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2G4WS52J6Y1••••••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 reportedService Brakes 2Hydraulic 2Electrical System 2Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainJan 2007
The contact owns a 2000 buick century. While driving 2-20 mph, the vehicle jerked extremely hard when shifting from one gear to another. The mechanic stated that the solenoid valve was defective. As of october 31, 2007, the dealer had not inspected or repaired the vehicle. The…
Service BrakesDec 2006
2000 buick century with anti lock brake failure**cc the alternator drive belt was replaced
Vehicle Speed ControlNov 2004
Dt: the consumer experienced unwanted acceleration on 2000 buick century. Sporadically, there were super high revs when the vehicle was first started. Then the consumer had to stop the car and restart it again in order for the revving to go to a correct idle speed. The car has…
Exterior LightingFeb 2004
Turn signal switch failed and had to be replaced after 59000 miles and 3 1/2 years of car life. I have never replaced this item on any car I have owned. Part costed $400.00
Air BagsJul 2001
The front inside corner of the passenger air bag was elevated slightly. Within a few months of purchase the consumer visited the dealer and ask if the cover could be fastened down. The dealer didn't know how to fasten the cover down. *dt
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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 2G4WS52J6Y1152772 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.