Research · 4 model years
Buick RivieraEvery model year, 1996–1999
Across the 4 model years we’ve synced, NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 122 owner complaints for the Buick Riviera. The 1996 model year has the most complaints (44).
Buick Riviera years compared
Recalls, complaints, NCAP overall and EPA combined MPG per year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | NCAP overall | MPG comb. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 | 6 | 1 | Not rated | 19 | |
| 1998 | 0 | 29 | 3 | Not rated | 19 | |
| 1997 | 0 | 43 | 3 | Not rated | 20 | |
| 1996 | 2 | 44 | 0 | Not rated | 20 |
- 19990 recalls · 6 complaints · 19 mpg
- 19980 recalls · 29 complaints · 19 mpg
- 19970 recalls · 43 complaints · 20 mpg
- 19962 recalls · 44 complaints · 20 mpg
Data from NHTSA recalls, complaints & NCAP; EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026
NHTSA complaints per model year
Newer years have had less time on the road
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026