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Buick Skylark Recalls & Complaints by Model Year

NHTSA lists 50 safety recalls and 522 owner complaints across 29 model years of the Buick Skylark (1966–2000). The most-complained-about year is 1995.

50
safety recalls, all years
522
owner complaints, all years
1980
year with most recalls
1995
year with most complaints

Pick your Buick Skylark model year

Model yearRecallsComplaints
2000 Buick Skylark01
1998 Buick Skylark124
1997 Buick Skylark379
1996 Buick Skylark485
1995 Buick Skylark185
1994 Buick Skylark268
1993 Buick Skylark146
1992 Buick Skylark332
1991 Buick Skylark138
1990 Buick Skylark119
1989 Buick Skylark24
1988 Buick Skylark314
1987 Buick Skylark10
1986 Buick Skylark18
1985 Buick Skylark16
1984 Buick Skylark38
1983 Buick Skylark11
1982 Buick Skylark33
1981 Buick Skylark21
1980 Buick Skylark90
1979 Buick Skylark10
1978 Buick Skylark20
1977 Buick Skylark20
1975 Buick Skylark10
1971 Buick Skylark10
1970 Buick Skylark10
1968 Buick Skylark10
1967 Buick Skylark20
1966 Buick Skylark10

What Buick Skylark owners complain about

Across all model years, owners have filed 522 complaints with NHTSA. The 1995 model year has the most, with 85.

All Buick Skylark recalls (50)

Every NHTSA safety campaign that lists a Buick Skylark, most recent first, with the model years each one covers.

  1. Switch (electrical system)

    NHTSA 04V036000 Reported 1,415,231 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    On certain passenger vehicles. If the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch, and check that your car will start with a properly charged battery and, if necessary, replace the…

    Model years: 1998

  2. Switch (electrical system)

    NHTSA 02V070000 Reported 1,589,948 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    On certain passenger vehicles. If the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch. Owner notification began march 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an…

    Model years: 1996, 1997

  3. Starter assembly (electrical system)

    NHTSA 00V287000 Reported 699,617 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the engine starter fails to engage and the driver hold the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, producing heat that can melt switch parts.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a relay kit and verify that the vehicle will start with a properly charged battery in good operating condition (adequate reserve capacity, or cold cranking amps). This campaign does not cover…

    Model years: 1994, 1995

  4. Interior lighting

    NHTSA 98V027000 Reported 249,420 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with the potential for the interior lamps to come on unexpectedly while the vehicles are being driven. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, "controls and displays."

    Remedy: Dealers will run a diagnostic test on the lamp control module and, if necessary, replace it.

    Model years: 1996

  5. Electrical system: front underhood

    NHTSA 97V059000 Reported 3,464 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The protective cover for the underhood fuse center was omitted. Without this cover, the positive terminal bolt on the fuse block is exposed and can contact the insulated negative battery cable. If the insulation on the negative cable becomes sufficiently worn, an electrical short circuit can occur between the positive terminal and…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles for the presence of the protective cover and, if necessary, install a protective cover to the underhood fuse center.

    Model years: 1997

  6. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 96V249000 Reported 424 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The steering column lower pinch bolt was not properly tightened during assembly.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering column pinch bolt for correct torque and, if necessary, tighten the bolt to the specified torque.

    Model years: 1996

  7. Tank assembly (fuel system)

    NHTSA 96V212000 Reported 245 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    During assembly of the left rear quarter panel, some welds were missed. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for the missing welds and, if necessary, place three whelds between the involved panels applying primer, sealer and anti-corrosion materials.

    Model years: 1997

  8. Air bags: frontal

    NHTSA 96V211000 Reported 48,689 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    During deployment of the passenger air bag, the air bag fabric can snag on a reinforcement inside the instrument panel, causing the expanding air bag to lift the instrument panel pad and then deploy under the instrument panel instead of through the door in the instrument panel.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the instrument panel pads and, if necessary, install a plastic edge protector to the instrument panel pad reinforcement. On certain early-production vehicles, the instrument panel pad will be…

    Model years: 1996

  9. Tank assembly (fuel system)

    NHTSA 94V122000 Reported 1,681 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    These vehicles were constructed with welds in the rear compartment pan assembly that are not sufficient to comply with the requirements pertaining to fuel tank leakage in the event of a rear impact collision. The fuel tank assemblies do not comply with FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

    Remedy: Dealer will install rivets adjacent to the locations where the suspect welds are located.

    Model years: 1994

  10. Switch (electrical system)

    NHTSA 93V153000 Reported 1,103 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The neutral start safety switch could have been fractured during installation.

    Remedy: The dealer will replace the neutral start switch. The manual switch of the automatic transaxle assembly will be inspected and replaced if an oversized condition exists.

    Model years: 1993

  11. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 92V150000 Reported 108,836 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Front fuel feed hose assembly could crack or separate at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Replace front fuel feed hose assembly.

    Model years: 1988, 1989

  12. Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)

    NHTSA 92V106000 Reported 20 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The vehicles were assembled with an incorrect suspension upper spring seat at the right-rear position. If the vehicle is involved in a rear impact accident, the right-hand rear wheel house flange could sever the fuel tank filler pipe and spill fuel.

    Remedy: Inspect and replace incorrect upper spring seat with the correct part.

    Model years: 1992

  13. Power window devices and controls (visibility)

    NHTSA 92V043000 Reported 37,030 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Moisture can enter the express-down electronic control module and cause a short circuit that causes window operation without operator control, and leaves the window in the down position.

    Remedy: Replace the window express-down electronic control module.

    Model years: 1991

  14. Recliner (seats)

    NHTSA 91V182000 Reported 1,851 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The passenger's side easy-entry seat adjuster may fail fully lock into position after the seat back has been tilted forward and the seat slid forward, then returned to its original postition.

    Remedy: Replace the adjuster assembly on the seat.

    Model years: 1992

  15. Column shift assembly (power train)

    NHTSA 91V184000 Reported 1,573 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    A misadjustment of the park lock cable in the column shift assembly makes it possible for the steering column to lock while the vehicle is in motion and the ignition switch is in the off position.

    Remedy: Adjust the park lock cable, and reroute and restrain the brake transmission shift interlock harness and connector.

    Model years: 1992

  16. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 90V119000 Reported 3,202 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Improperly torqued connections of front fuel feed and return hoses to fuel pipes at the body rail could loosen and leak fuel into the underhood area.

    Remedy: Properly torque the front fuel feed and return hoses at the body rail lines to prevent fuel leakage.

    Model years: 1990

  17. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 90V042000 Reported 61,765 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Front fuel feed hose assembly could crack or separate at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Replace front fuel feed hose assembly.

    Model years: 1988, 1989

  18. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 88V032000 Reported 22,300 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The fuel feed or fuel return hose at the engine may rub against a shift lever on the 5 speed transaxle.

    Remedy: Replace the fuel feed and return hose/pipe assemblies.

    Model years: 1987

  19. Switch (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 88V014000 Reported 179,390 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Under extended headlamp usage, circuitry in the headlamp switch panel might experience increased resistance and excessive heat buildup.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch with modified switch.

    Model years: 1986

  20. Switch (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 87V169000 Reported 101 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Unexpected loss of tail lamp and side marker lamp function may occur, reducing other drivers ability to see the vehicle.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch panel.

    Model years: 1988

  21. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 85V034000 Reported 121,095 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The fuel system may leak at the throttle body injection fuel feed pipe connection. Consequence of defect: this leakage could result in an underhood fire which could spread to the passenger compartment and cause burn injuries to occupants.

    Remedy: Replace the fuel feed pipe.

    Model years: 1984

  22. Suspension: rear

    NHTSA 84V153000 Reported 9,290 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The rear axle control arm locates and helps control axle movement; it attaches to the frame with a bracket. The rear control arm bracket attaching bolts used on some of the involved vehicles may fracture. Fracture of all four bolts on one side of the vehicle can result in the control arm dropping enough to cut the rear brake hose. A…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace all eight control arm bracket bolts free of charge.

    Model years: 1984

  23. Springs (vehicle speed control)

    NHTSA 84V132000 Reported 2,130 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The throttle linkage may bind because during normal operation, the throttle body case may interfere with the linkage. This interference could prevent the throttle from closing even though the driver has removed his foot from the accelerator pedal.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect vehicles and improve the clearance between the accelerator linkage and throttle body casing if needed, at no charge to owner.

    Model years: 1985

  24. Recliner (seats)

    NHTSA 84V011000 Reported 76,586 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, anchorage of seats. In event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.

    Remedy: Inspection of seat back locks will be performed. Locks that have bent, broken or missing hooks will be replaced.

    Model years: 1984

  25. Differential proportional valve (service brakes)

    NHTSA 83V105000 Reported 352,036 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. This would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

    Model years: 1983

  26. Foundation components (service brakes)

    NHTSA 83V018000 Reported 239,799 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Under certain conditions, vehicles may experience premature rear wheel skid during braking. Rear wheel skidding is most likely to occur on a wet or slick surface.

    Remedy: Depending on the transmission type and the brake components that have been installed, dealers will inspect and replace or repair, as necessary, certain front brake components, and the parking brake cables. The rear…

    Model years: 1980

  27. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 83V007000 Reported 15,495 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Rear brake hoses may have been manufactured incorrectly when the metal end fittings were installed. Some rear brake hoses may separate from the metal end fittings when subjected to the pulling force specified by federal motor vehicle safety standard 106, "brake hoses".

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and replace, if necessary, the rear brake hoses at no charge to owners.

    Model years: 1982

  28. Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)

    NHTSA 82V021000 Reported 519,329 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. The fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe to hose connections. Leakage can occur during refueling, or while driving, if the fuel tank is above 3/4 full.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.

    Model years: 1982

  29. Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) (power train)

    NHTSA 82V018000 Reported 4,987 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The clutch cable may rub against the master cylinder brake pipe when the clutch pedal is operated. Continued operation of the vehicle may result in wear through of the insulation on the clutch cable. The resulting metal on metal contact could lead to failure of the brake pipe, loss of brake fluid, and partial loss of brake action.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct system by providing a minimum 1/2 inch clearance between clutch cable and brake pipe to avoid metal on metal contact.

    Model years: 1982

  30. Differential proportional valve (service brakes)

    NHTSA 81V095000 Reported 47,371 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Under certain conditions, the rear brakes could lock up without prior warning during high deceleration braking. The problem may be caused by defective proportioner valves in the braking system.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect the brake system proportioner valves and if necessary install new valves.

    Model years: 1980

  31. Cables (electrical system)

    NHTSA 81V038000 Reported 105,130 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The engine-to-body ground cable on certain vehicles may have been damaged during manufacture. The cable could eventually break due to the relative motion between the engine and body during vehicle operation.

    Remedy: A new ground cable will be installed free of charge.

    Model years: 1981

  32. Hose, piping, and connections (steering)

    NHTSA 80V129000 Reported 25,463 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The involved vehicles may have been assembled with the power steering hose incorrectly routed. The power steering hose may then contact the exhaust manifold, resulting in deterioration and eventual failure of the hose and leakage of power steering fluid onto the exhaust manifold.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the hoses and inlet pipe and add a clip at no charge to owner.

    Model years: 1981

  33. Flasher unit (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 79V234000 Reported 236 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The turn signal flasher unit installed on the involved vehicles fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment". This incorrect unit causes the flash rate to be too fast or renders inoperative the feature which causes the turn signal indicator light(s) in the…

    Remedy: Dealer will install the correct flasher unit without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1980

  34. Rack and pinion (steering)

    NHTSA 79V221000 Reported 161,225 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The steering gear mounting plate on the involved vehicles may develop fatigue cracks at high mileage which would allow the steering gear attachment to become loose. If this condition exists, the driver may notice considerable "free play" in the steering wheel.

    Remedy: The dealer will install an improved type of steering gear mounting bracket without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1980

  35. Cooling unit and lines (power train)

    NHTSA 79V220000 Reported 224,892 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The automatic cooler line hoses on some of the suspect vehicles may contain material voids, which combined with a high thermal expansion at elevated temperatures, could result in hose failure and transmission fluid leakage.

    Remedy: The dealer will replace the cooler line hoses using hoses with kevlar braided reinforcement.

    Model years: 1980

  36. Electrical system: wiring

    NHTSA 79V141000 Reported 4,208 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The engine oil pressure switch may cause a random internal electrical short which could result in the engine starting by itself when the ignition switch is turned to the "on" position.

    Remedy: Dealer will replace the oil pressure switches on all suspect vehicles at no cost to owner.

    Model years: 1979

  37. Coil springs (suspension)

    NHTSA 79V098000 Reported 23,725 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The front suspension coil spring may have a larger than desired inside diameter of the lower coil where it rests on the spring seat. This could allow the spring to be forced over the lower spring seat due to suspension forces.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and replace incorrect front suspension coil springs without charge.

    Model years: 1980

  38. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 79V090000 Reported 4,382 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    There is a potential for interference between the clutch control cable and brake pipe in the master cylinder. This can result in rubbing contact when the clutch pedal is operated. Also, the brake pipe clearance to the transmission case may be inadequate. If this condition exists, it could eventually result in a failure in the brake…

    Remedy: The clutch cable routing will be revised to prevent contact with the master cylinder, without charge.

    Model years: 1980

  39. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 79V091000 Reported 4,626 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Fuel hoses may be incorrectly positioned and contact the right front drive axle boot during vehicle operation. After a period of time, the rotating boot could wear a hole in the fuel hose, resulting in fule leakage.

    Remedy: If proper clearance is not present, the metal fuel pipe will be reformed upwards to correct the problem, without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1980

  40. Seats

    NHTSA 79V073000 Reported 35 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicles do not comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "anchorage of seats". The lock bar in the front seat adjuster assemblies may not engage properly and the ability of the seat adjuster to maintain the seat in a latched position during an accident may be reduced.

    Remedy: Both front seat adjuster assemblies will be replaced at no charge to owner.

    Model years: 1980

  41. Fan (engine and engine cooling)

    NHTSA 78V139000 Reported 333,619 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The hub portion of the fan blade assembly could crack due to high stress levels generated during engine operating conditions. Eventually, the blade could break apart at the hub and blade pieces could be propelled into the engine. If the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments would be free to fly from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealer will replace the fan blade assembly without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1978

  42. Suspension: rear

    NHTSA 77V163000 Reported 31,979 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The rear axle shafts on the involved vehicles may have a flaw in the metal. As a result, the shaft may break, which would allow the tire and wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install one or both new rear axle shafts, without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1977, 1978

  43. Carburetor system (fuel system)

    NHTSA 76V160000 Reported 811,180 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1966

  44. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 76V132000 Reported 55,564 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1977

  45. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 75V094000 Reported 3,069 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1975

  46. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 70V143000 Reported 12,600 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1971

  47. Cables (vehicle speed control)

    NHTSA 70V010000 Reported 19,917 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1970

  48. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 69V012000 Reported 468 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1967

  49. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 68V085000 Reported 310,290 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1968

  50. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 66V032004 Reported 68,184 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1967

Other Buick models

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.