Model year guide

1995 Buick Riviera

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Buick Riviera is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1995 Buick Riviera — representative photo
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1995 Buick Riviera at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints148
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$5,490

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1995 Buick Riviera recalls 1

Seat Belts:front:webbing NHTSA Campaign #00V057000 · 28/02/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) DO NOT RETRACT. A RETAINER COULD SEPARATE FROM A REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR WHICH RESULTS IN THE RETRACTOR RETURN SPRING BECOMING DISENGAGED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS FOR CORRECT FUNCTION AND INSTALL A SPRING COVER RETAINING STRAP TO EACH RETRACTOR. IF A RETRACTOR DOES NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY, IT WILL BE REPLACED.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1995 Buick Riviera common problems

Owners have filed 148 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Traction Control System
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1995 Buick Riviera MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,350

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 1995 Buick Riviera worth?

Low
$650
Typical price
$5,490
High
$7,500

From 5 comparable 1995 Buick Riviera listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1995 Buick Riviera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,750
Fuel only$16,750
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1995 Buick Riviera trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

1995 Buick Riviera vehicles on record

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Other Buick Riviera model years

1998 1997 1996 1984

1995 Buick Riviera — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Buick Riviera have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1995 Buick Riviera. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Buick Riviera?

Owners have filed 148 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel system, gasoline.

What gas mileage does the 1995 Buick Riviera get?

The 1995 Buick Riviera has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 1995 Buick Riviera worth?

Comparable 1995 Buick Riviera listings run roughly $650–$7,500, typically around $5,490 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.