Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1984 Buick Century. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:SHOE AND DRUM SYSTEM
- Summary
- SOME WAGONS WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A JA2 REAR SYSTEM INSTEAD OF THE JA3 BRAKE SYSTEM. THESE STATION WAGONS MAY EXCEED THE MAXIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIRED BY FMVSS 105. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING SHOULD A STOPPING DISTANCE CONFORMING WITH FMVSS 105 BE REQUIRED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
- Remedy
- INSTALL CORRECT BRAKE SYSTEM.
FUEL:FUEL LINES FITTINGS:METALLIC
- Summary
- THE FUEL SYSTEM MAY LEAK AT THE THROTTLE BODY INJECTION FUEL FEED PIPE CONNECTION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS LEAKAGE COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE WHICH COULD SPREAD TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE BURN INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE FUEL FEED PIPE.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:FRONT BUCKET SEAT LATCH
- Summary
- SOME VEHICLES HAVE BUCKET SEAT BACK LOCKS THAT DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. IN EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BACK LOCK MAY NOT FUNCTION.
- Remedy
- INSPECTION OF SEAT BACK LOCKS WILL BE PERFORMED. LOCKS THAT HAVE BENT, BROKEN OR MISSING HOOKS WILL BE REPLACED.
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Owner complaints (8)
8 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 50% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 25% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 25% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 12.5% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 12.5% |
| Structure | 1 | 12.5% |
How 1984 compares with other Century years
Best and worst Century years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 | 3 |
| 1982 | 3 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 |
| 1984 | 8 | 3 |
| 1985 | 7 | 0 |
| 1986 | 22 | 2 |
| 1987 | 28 | 0 |
| 1988 | 16 | 3 |
| 1989 | 40 | 1 |
| 1990 | 33 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 407 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 21 / 31 / 25 | $3,850 | 407 | |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 21 / 29 / 24 | $4,000 | 424 | |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 21 / 31 / 24 | $4,000 | 424 | |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 | |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 | |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 17 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 | |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 | |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 | |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1984 Century for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1984 Buick Century FAQ
How many recalls does the 1984 Buick Century have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 85V104000 (brake), 85V034000 (fuel system), 84V011000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1984 Buick Century problems?
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (4), Electrical system (2), Engine and engine cooling (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1984 Buick Century get?
EPA rates the 4.3 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic version at 21 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1984 Century compare with other years?
Among the 1981–1990 Buick Century model years at least five years old, the 1981 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1989 the most (40). The 1984 drew 8. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.