1997 Buick Park Avenue Problems: 1 Issues Every Owner Should Know

What are the most common Buick Park Avenue problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1997-1997 Buick Park Avenue has 1 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Park Avenue 3800 V6 Lower Intake Manifold (LIM) Gasket Leak. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.

Is the Buick Park Avenue reliable?

The 1997-1997 Buick Park Avenue has 1 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Buick Park Avenue problems?

Repair costs for known Buick Park Avenue issues range from $400 to $1,200, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 1995-2005 Buick Park Avenue Park Avenue 3800 V6 Lower Intake Manifold (LIM) Gasket Leak?

The 3800 Series II (and early III) V6 in Park Avenue, LeSabre, Riviera, Regal, Lucerne — and shared Pontiac Bonneville/Grand Prix, Olds 88/LSS, Chevy Monte Carlo/Impala — suffers infamous lower intake manifold gasket failure. Plastic intake material softens under coolant exposure… Repairs typically run $400-$1,200. Severity: critical.

1997 Buick Park Avenue Problems: 1 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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What are the most common Buick Park Avenue problems?

Is the Buick Park Avenue reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common Buick Park Avenue problems?

What is the 1995-2005 Buick Park Avenue Park Avenue 3800 V6 Lower Intake Manifold (LIM) Gasket Leak?