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2G4WS52J3Y1••••••2000 Buick CENTURY
This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 2000 Buick CENTURY build (9 vs 4).
9on this build
148on the model
37builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 4Service Brakes 2Suspension 2Electrical System 2
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherOct 2017
I have had to replace three different window regulators and now I am replacing the fouth one. The driver's window regulator has been replaced twice and now I am having to replace the window switch. Very costly. I also saw a buick like mine and they had three windows closed with…
Electrical SystemJun 2015
The contact owns a 2000 buick century. On several occasions, while driving, the headlights failed to illuminate without warning. Additionally, when the high beam switch was activated, the check engine, ABS, and traction control warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not…
Fuel SystemJan 2011
Bought 2000 buick century and like many other complaints on the list I have repaired the manifold, water pump, fuel filter at 83,000. I have experienced the whinning and hard shifting the entire time I owned the car. I had intermittent dash light failure which is real dangerous…
Power TrainMay 2008
Automatic transmission jerks and clunks when shifting gears
SuspensionApr 2005
The vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular maintenance, and it was determined that the front left lower control arm separated, which could break off the front of the vehicle. Repair was performed by the shop. *ak the rear mount of the lower control arm was traditional…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2G4WS52J3Y1271783 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.