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Buick Century repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (6%)

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Buick Century repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (47%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 30 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Buick Century

Engine not specified

Buick Century in British Columbia, Canada
Jul 2021 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022

25420 mi

C $2000
Motor wasn't fastened to the car!! 

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2004 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Buick Century in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2020 - Oct 2022
Jun 2022

128000 mi

US $50
Driver side window switch failed; replaced with part I bought from Amazon. 

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2003 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Buick Century in Texas, United States
- Apr 2012
Apr 2012

120000 mi

US $250
replaced serpentine belt, tensioner and harmonic balancer 
Buick Century in South Carolina, United States
- Nov 2009
Nov 2009

63500 mi

US $400
Rear brake on passengers side seized. Car would not move. Had to replace shoes, drums and actuating mechanism on both rear wheels. No rust or damage apparent. The brake didn't seize during operation but seized after sitting overnight. Very Strange 
Buick Century in Illinois, United States
- Jun 2007
Jun 2007

35000 mi

US $500
Rear passenger window doesn't go up and down anymore. Had the dealer replace the motor. 
Buick Century in Colorado, United States
Jun 2010 - Mar 2018
May 2010

115000 mi

US $500
I sold my car to a relative, they had to get cooling fixed 
Buick Century in Michigan, United States
Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
May 2018

178000 mi

US $450
replaced lower control arms 
Jun 2018

178000 mi

US $700
worn/loose bearings in the engine let go; engine is currently being replaced. 
Buick Century in Ontario, Canada
- Oct 2012
Oct 2012

102920 mi

C $700
EGR Tube (Line) had to be replaced as it was cracked and leaking. Car sounded loud due to this. Replaced Intake gasket manifold and head gasket. Typical GM 3.1L leaking coolant issue. Overall cost about $700. $500 for parts and $200 labour. 

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2002 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Buick Century in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2015 - Sep 2016
Jun 2016

113460 mi

C $35
Wheel bearing was shot. Replaced it. 
Aug 2016

113460 mi

C $175
Window cable snapped off motor. Had to replace the whole unit 
Buick Century in New York, United States
Sep 2007 - Dec 2016
Mar 2007

63000 mi

US $2550
Rebuilt transmission Replaced front passenger side Replaced front passenger side Wheel bearing 
Apr 2014

90000 mi

US $340
Replace drive side wheel bearing 
Sep 2016

112000 mi

US $30
Had to have abs sensor replaced 
Buick Century in Minnesota, United States
- Jan 2011
Sep 2009

62344 mi

US $577
Intake manifold gasket set....common on 3.1 
Oct 2010

US $45
Drivers side window switch panel 
Jan 2011

69988 mi

US $250
Drivers side axle and cv joints replaced  
Buick Century in Georgia, United States
- May 2013
May 2013

67000 mi

US $300
Driver's window stuck in the down position, then fell into door completely 
Buick Century in New York, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018

73000 mi

US $219
struts 
Buick Century in South Carolina, United States
Jul 2015 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016

199000 mi
Coolant getting clogged up and sludgy. 

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2001 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Buick Century in Alabama, United States
- Sep 2012
Mar 2005

16000 mi

US $360
The power window drivers side front failed. 
Sep 2008

22000 mi

US $89
I replaced the motor myself to save money. 
Jan 2011

2011 mi

US $119
BY now I can replace a window motor in under 20 minutes. 
Sep 2012

36000 mi

US $2450
Many repair due to pothole and design/manufacturer flaw with manifold gasket. The wheel bearing, linkage, bushings and manifold gasket replaced along with flush, alignment, oil change and coolant sensor replaced. 
Buick Century in British Columbia, Canada
Dec 2018 - Feb 2019
Feb 2019

86180 mi

C $300
One front spring was broken before buying the car. Acquired a pair of "quick struts" meaning new struts with new springs pre-installed. Had them replaced by Art. Car rides like new, and handles better too! 

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2000 Buick Century

Engine not specified

Buick Century in Georgia, United States
Jun 2017 - Nov 2018
Apr 2018

39000 mi

US $2000
full replacement of AC system 

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2000 Buick Century 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Buick Century in Arizona, United States
- Apr 2013
Apr 2012

US $413
Replaced window regulator which "fell apart" 
Apr 2013

US $245
Replaced ignition coil pack. Sorry I am not able to give mileage - car in storage for summer and we are traveling. 

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1998 Buick Century 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Buick Century in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018

160000 mi

US $10
Blower Motor Resistor replaced 

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