Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 9, 200202V328000 | Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid lockIF THE CABLE IS OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION, IT COULD INCREASE THE FORCE REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE AND A PERSON TRAPPED IN THE TRUNK MAY NOT… DetailsHide details for campaign 02V328000
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Owner complaints by component36
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 25 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 17 |
| Tires | 5 | 14 |
| Engine | 4 | 11 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 8 |
| Suspension | 2 | 6 |
| Power train | 1 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 3 |
| Gasoline | 1 | 3 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3 |
| Visibility | 1 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 3 |
5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Tires
“New tires installed on vehicle 12/10/24. Passenger rear tire blew out at 65mph on interstate on 12/16/24. Car was able to be controlled, some damage to vehicle. Could have resulted in severe injury and/or death.”
- Engine
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick park avenue. While driving at any speed the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed oil dripping down on the spark plugs.”
- Power train
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick park avenue. While driving 25 mph, the transmission slipped and caused the vehicle to malfunction. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue.”
Other Buick Park Avenue model years
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2003 Buick Park Avenue recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Buick Park Avenue have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Buick Park Avenue. The most recent, 02V328000 (reported December 9, 2002), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Buick Park Avenue?
Engine and engine cooling is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 36 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Buick Park Avenue?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Buick recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Buick dealer.
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