Tl* the contact owns a 1997 buick century. The contact was driving 65 MPH when the turn signal lights failed. The dealer was notified and stated they would not repair the vehicle. The vehicle was then taken to a personal mechanic who noticed that there was smoke coming from the wiring of the turn signals. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 89,887. ... Updated 08-07-12 *bf the turn signal switch inside the steering column was replaced. Updated 08/09/12
1997 Buick Century lights problems
10 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Headlights4
- Turn signal: switch1
- Turn signal1
- Tail lights1
- Headlights: concealment devices1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Buick Century lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Buick Century lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The owner manuals do not contain the requirement information pertaining to the vehicle headlamp aiming device. This does not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- Risk
- If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may not be able to properly aim the headlights.
- Remedy
- Owners will be mailed an owner manual's insert which contains the appropriate information.
Recall number 98V102000 · Recall details
What 1997 Buick Century owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tail lights will not operate correctly . Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Safety concern relative to head light lens fogging from the sun. (nar) *ph dealer notified.
Headlights have an accumulation of condensation building up inside the lens. *ak *sc
Consumer states while driving and with no warning the left turn signal will work intermittently. Dealer notified. Mr
On three occasions vehicle has been inspected by a repair facility because dashlights will intermittently become inoperable. Various parts have been replaced. Please provide further information.
Both headlight covers which came as clear plastic have developed a film in side of them which the dealer does not want to try to remove as he would have to break the seal. The problem has been getting slowly worse and is somewhat restricting the headlighs ability to let light pass through. Replacement cost at $288.oo each would be $604.80 including tax. A little steep for two pieces of plastic. Anyway I thought you might be interested. Thanks.
Day time running lights failed.mgm
Design of the head lamps create poor visibility.
Design of headlights creates shadow or dark area on each side of vehicle, impairs drivers vision, cannot see to left/right when making turns at intersection/around sharp corners, could cause crash. *ak
Questions about the 1997 Buick Century lights
Does the 1997 Buick Century have lights problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the lights of the 1997 Buick Century, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Buick Century lights problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Buick Century lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V102000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Buick Century have the most lights problems?
The Buick Century model years with the most lights complaints are 2003 (49 complaints), 1999 (24 complaints) and 2002 (24 complaints).
Other 1997 Buick Century problems
Electrical 20Visibility 16Seat belts 15Steering 15Engine 8Airbags 6Brakes 6Suspension 5Body 4Acceleration 3Fuel system 3Tires 3Transmission 2Wheels 1
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