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1997 Buick Park Avenue recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue, covering 255,821 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Seat belts: front: webbingReported April 18, 2000 · 77,952 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have front seat shoulder belts that may twist, allowing the webbing to become jammed in the retractor.
Risk
When the shoulder belt webbing becomes jammed in the retractor, the belt may be unusable.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for the presence of updated front shoulder belt bezels and where necessary, install new front seat shoulder belt opening bezel kits.

Recall number 00V117000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported April 28, 1997 · 156,910 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module can cause the antilock brake system (ABS) to cycle during a non-ABS brake application.
Risk
This condition can result in an increase in vehicle stopping distance increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module.

Recall number 97V064000 · Recall details

Seats: mid/rear assemblyReported March 11, 1997 · 20,959 vehicles affected
What is wrong
These vehicles were assembled with center rear seat belt anchor bolts not properly installed. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system would not withstand the required load and injury to the seat occupant could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the center rear seat belt anchor bolts to specification.

Recall number 97V036000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1997 Buick Park Avenue recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1997 Buick Park Avenue have?

3, covering seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic and seats.

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