1993 buick skylark defected driver seat recliner assembly. Consumer states that he was involved in an accident which the seat back collapsed. Consumer would like more information of this problem. Use odi # 813444 as a reference.
The worst 1993 Buick Skylark problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes10
- Engine6
- Transmission6
- Acceleration4
- Electrical4
Problems by type
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- Brakes10
- Engine6
- Transmission6
- Acceleration4
- Electrical4
- Steering4
- Seat belts3
- Seats3
- Suspension2
- Visibility2
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- The neutral start safety switch could have been fractured during installation.
- Risk
- A fractured switch can result in a no-start condition.also, a vehicle with a fractured switch can be started in gear, causing thevehicle to move unexpectedly, possibly resulting in an accident.
- 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.
Recall number 93V153000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Buick Skylark 20
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
- Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as...
- ABS front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E or 4T65-E transaxles may comment on a...
- Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies
- Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4T60-E transxales may comment on a grinding and / or...
- Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow
- Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- Complaints that the ABS indicator lamp is "on"
1993 Buick Skylark 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19 | 29 | 23 |
| 3.3L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 |
What 1993 Buick Skylark owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle stalled while driving in traffic. *bf the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic but he was unable to duplicate the problem.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with vehicle. Vehicle was taken to a dealer, and fuel pump was replaced. But consumer was still having the same problem with the vehicle shutting off on the middle of the street or the highway with no warning at all.
Consumer states that when turning the keys in the ignition, vehicle hestiages to turn over, and consumer has too turn keys several times, which result in keys getting hot. Please provide information. Mr
The sensor that controls temperature may be defective and may cause a major overhat.
When applying brakes vehicle not stop brakes locks up and vehicle shimmied. Had repaired, but problem still exists. Please add VIN.
Consumer was having the same problem as mentioned in recall 02-070-001 concerning ignition switch, but this vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN. *ak consumer adds with vehicle in park and key removed from ignition, vehicle continues to run causing the antifreeze to leak, hose to pop off and all sensors and fan motor had to be replaced.
Vehicle would stall while driving at highway speed of 50-60 MPH. Dealer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer was driving at about 25 MPH and all of a sudden vehicle accelerated. No one was hurt.
Consumer was driving slowly and all of a sudden vehicle accelerated with no warning. No one was hurt.
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Questions about the 1993 Buick Skylark
Is the 1993 Buick Skylark reliable?
Owners have filed 46 complaints about the 1993 Buick Skylark, close to a typical Skylark model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Buick Skylark?
Brakes, with 10 complaints. Next is engine (6).
How many recalls does the 1993 Buick Skylark have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
What year does the Buick Skylark have bad brakes?
The Buick Skylark model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (17 complaints), 1996 (16 complaints) and 1997 (16 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Buick Skylark get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Buick Skylark range from 21 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 29 highway.
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