Buick Skylark Reliability Problems

Skylark owners have made 27 complaints over 9 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 2nd in overall reliability out of 14 Buick models, with real engine and cooling system concerns.

The Most Common Skylark Problem

A list of some of the most common issues Skylark owners have to deal with.

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What Skylark Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

Full Lists on CarComplaints.com

Skylark Generations

The Skylark has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 5th generation (1987–1991).

Skylark Key Numbers

  1. 27 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  2. 88 service bulletins

    Documenting the process of troubleshooting common problems.

  3. 25 recall campaigns

    Time-sensitive, free repairs for widespread safety problems.

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