10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1996 Buick Riviera transmission problems

transmission problem

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1996 Buick Riviera Owner Comments

problem #4

Sep 242002

(reported on)

Riviera

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Traction light stays on with cause unknown. The owner was told by the dealership that he probably ran through some water.

- Trotwood, OH, USA

problem #3

Sep 092002

(reported on)

Riviera

  • miles
Traction light came on and stayed on, which could indicate a problem with engine or brakes per owner's manual. Contacted dealer.

- Sullivan, IL, USA

problem #2

Jul 052002

Riviera

  • miles
Modulator affects ABS and traction control, can cause wheel lock-up and steering problems.

- Largo, FL, USA

problem #1

Oct 011996

Riviera

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Traction control failed.

- Los Angele, CA, USA

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