Tl*the contact owns a 1992 buick roadmaster. The contact stated that after receiving a recall notice in reference to recall 97v217000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock), the vehicle was taken in for service. The dealer stated that they would not replace the module that was referenced in the recall, but perform a fix to it so that it would not leak anymore. The manufacturer was also contacted who offered no assistance. The ABS module had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000.
The worst 1992 Buick Roadmaster problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes26
- Seat belts11
- Airbags10
- Engine10
- Body9
- Transmission8
- Acceleration4
- Electrical4
- Visibility4
- Suspension3
- Tires2
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Seats1
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Recalls 3
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The antilock brake system (ABS) modulator can corrode and leak fluid from the front brake circuit.
- Risk
- Brake fluid leakage can reduce brake effectiveness and increase stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the ABS modulator.
Recall number 97V217000 · Recall details
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- The shoulder belt guide loop plastic covering may crack and expose the steel sub-plate.
- Risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the exposed steelsub-plate can cut the safety belt webbing resulting in increased possibilityand/or severity of injury to the affected seat occupant.
- Remedy
- Install new shoulder belt guide loops.
Recall number 92V094000 · Recall details
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- What is wrong
- Secondary hood latch assemblies can corrode, causing a high latch release effort and possibly preventing the hood from latching properly when it is closed.
- Risk
- If the secondary hood latch is not properly engaged, andthe primary hood latch was also not engaged, the hood could open and contact thewindshield while the vehicle was in motion, reducing the forward vision area ofthe driver and resulting in a possible vehicle accident without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Install a new secondary hood latch assembly.
Recall number 91V186000 · Recall details
See all 3 recalls for the 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Defect investigations
R seat belt webbing length
There is no summary currently available
PE92079
Dash reflcts in windshield
There is no summary currently available
PE91109
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Buick Roadmaster 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. tt
- Doors lock/unlock erratically when using remote transmitter (install new remote door/rear compartment...
- Unknown
- Wiper chatter during cold weather. tw
1992 Buick Roadmaster fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
| 5.0L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
What 1992 Buick Roadmaster owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Excessive rust throughout the entire undercarriage. Recently had a new fuel pump installed and the rust on the straps that hold the gas tank in place was so bad one of them fell off several days later. While being repaired the service center informed me the chassis was about to rust through and the vehicle would no longer pass inspection. I've never heard of this before. My vehicle has 185,000 miles and has been cared for very well. There is also much rust under the hood on the wheel wells and around the trunk lid.
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 buick roadmaster. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact applied the brakes but the vehicle did not slow down and crashed into the rear end of a vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle was injured and a police report was filed. The contact inspected the vehicle and repaired the brake line. The vehicle had not been inspected by an authorized dealer when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000. The current mileage was approximately 156,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 buick roadmaster estate wagon. While driving approximately 25 MPH the brake pedal failed to stop the vehicle at the proper distance which caused the contact to rear end a vehicle. The contact stated that the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator caused the crash since it was corroded and leaking fluid from the brake circuit. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was 17 years old and there was nothing they could do to repair it. The contact is responsible for paying the repair costs. There was no need to notify the police. The failure mileage was 178,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 buick roadmaster. The contact stated that the ABS modulator failed. The dealer stated that her vehicle is not included in recall number 97v217000 (service brakes: hydraulic antilock). The purchase date and power train were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.
Tl* - the contact stated that she owns a 1992 buick roadmaster, and that on january 7 2007 she had to push the brakes all the way down to the floor to get the vehicle to stop. The service light on came on at that time. She was leaving a gas station at the time and driving 5-10 MPH. The contact took the vehicle to the mechanic ,who told her told her that there was recall 97v217000 .on her vehicle. The contact called a buick dealership and was told that the vehicle was is not included in the recall. Due to the VIN. Updated 02/16/07.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 10 MPH, the vehicle accelerated while the brake pedal was being depressed on 3 occasions. The contact thought the problem could be with the cruise control and had the cruise control disconnected. The vehicle continued to accelerate once more after the cruise control was disconnected. The dealership could not duplicate the problem. Updated 11/21/06.
Dt: consumer complained about a brake problem. . His local mechanic found recall, 97v217000. When he contacted buick, oldsmobile, general motors, and also a local dealer, they are all stated that they had no idea what that number was and they have never heard of it. There were no recalls. The vehicle will not stop. This happened for approximately two weeks. The brake light came on. Mechanic could not find what was wrong with the vehicle. Consumer stated had to stand on the brakes to stop vehicle. He replaced the master cylinder, the wheel cylinder, and had the brakes realigned. The problem was constant, the vehicle will not stop. *ak
Consumer stated that trunk has a very sharp edge that's hidden. As a result, consumer cut his hand.
The rear passenger seat belt did not retract and the locking mechanism didn't work properly. This problem continued for 8 months. *ak the right rear seat retractor and the lock had broken. *scc
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Questions about the 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Is the 1992 Buick Roadmaster reliable?
Owners have filed 87 complaints about the 1992 Buick Roadmaster, 1.7 times a typical Roadmaster model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Buick Roadmaster?
Brakes, with 26 complaints, typically around 147,000 miles. Next is seat belts (11).
How many recalls does the 1992 Buick Roadmaster have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, seat belts and latches/locks/linkages.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Buick Roadmaster get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Buick Roadmaster range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.7L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.
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