I was told that the intake manifold failed as well as the lower intake(plenum). (3.8l v6) the work was performed by a firestone retail store in myrtle beach, sc. Has anyone else had this problem and what were the repair costs? I sure am curious. As far as paint, I had the car painted for $1000.00.
1995 Buick Riviera engine complaints
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The ABS and traction light illuminated. The dealer replaced the ABS control module and the modulation valve. The wiring harness was replaced. The egr system failed. *ak
Nar 03-27-2003 mr engine coolant consumption or coolant leak inspect for material degradation/ replace intake manifolds. 1995-97 buick riviera, 1995-98- buick lesabre, park avenue, 1996-98 buick regal, 1998 chev lumina, monte carlo, 1995-98 oldsmobile 98, 1998 oldsmobile intrigue, 1995-98 pontiac bonneville, 1997-98 pontiac grand prix.
Heater/air conditioning and engine cooling fan were not operating, causing vehicle to overheat. Manufacturer was notifed. Feel free to provide any further information.
While driving, a fire started in the engine compartment, local fire department arrived to extinguish fire. Cause of the fire was not determined. Dealer and manufacturer were notified.
Vehicle stalls at any speed. *ak driveing this vehicle on free way could be dangerous, because it completely stalls.
Traction control light stayed on/needed for snowy conditions here in new england. Repl'd brake press. Mod.valve. Heat on drivers side doesn't throw out much hot air. Had it chk'd twice/o-rings repl'd/ and it still isn't working properly -(11/2000) new oil pan needed.
Both rear outboard seat belts do not retract, engine has severe skip when acsending hill in overdrive 9dealer cannot diagnose) and anti-lock/ traction light come on, occasionally brakes seem to stick after coming to stop.
While driving 25-50mpr, without warning, the engine shuts down, causing power steering loss, and the interior locks open and close rappidly. Only after coasting off the highway coming to a stop, putting the car in "park" turning off the ignition, and waiting a couple of minutes will the car restart. Dealer could not duplicate! Need a resolution, because the family refuses to enter the car.
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Backing out of driveway heard a loud noise. Had the vehicle towed to dealer, and dealer discovered that turbo charger which sits on top of the motor had failed.
Engine stalls, causing loss of steering and other vehicle functions. Problem is intermittent.dealers cannot duplicate.
Engine and extensive repairs done to stop leakage of rack and pinion and transmission pan.
While driving the serpentine belts broke, causing the vehicle to run very hot. The temperature gauge went up to 270 degrees. Owner will be contacting the manufacturer.
Four-inch super charger gasket has no dow or bolt that holds gasket in place. Consequence of defect: drop in acceleration/stalling and total loss of engine. Result: blew three inch hole in compartment area. Second incident occurred @ 21,000 miles.
Exhaust leak compromised the power steering line, resulting in a fire.
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