Trim Report

Buick Century Custom1994

Includes:CENT|Custom
$1,895
Starting From
28
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 28 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,895
Max $7,608
From $1,895
Fresh
Safety

6 recall campaigns to check. See the safety breakdown below

Custom Market Overview

1994 Buick Century Custom Pricing

Price Trend

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Only 28 available nationwide.

Limited supply means limited chances. Get notified the moment new ones appear.

Where to Find Buick Century Custom

Location data for all 1994 Buick Century trims combined

13States

Washington has the most inventory at 19%, with options spread across 13 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Buick Century Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1994 Buick Century trims

High Concern

With 6 recalls and 147 complaints, the 1994 Buick Century rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

6
Recalls
147
Complaints
28
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
94V0080001994-12-01
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS

IN THE EVENT OF A PRIMARY ACCELERATOR CONTROL SPRING FAILURE, THE SECONDARY (BACK-UP) ACCELERATOR CONTROL RETURN SPRING WILL NOT RETURN THE THROTTLE TO THE FULLY CLOSED POSITION, AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM."

CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

View at NHTSA
94V0210001994-08-01
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

DURING ASSEMBLY, WATER MAY HAVE ENTERED THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL CABLE CONDUIT CAUSING IT TO DEVELOP A HIGH EFFORT AND/OR BINDING CONDITION IN VERY COLD WEATHER.

HIGH EFFORT OR BINDING CONDITIONS CAUSE LOSS OF NORMALTHROTTLE CONTROL OR THE THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.

View at NHTSA
94V1890001994-04-10
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

THE RIGHT HAND SPINDLE NUT WAS NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED DURING ASSEMBLY. THIS CAN CAUSE PREMATURE WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AND OVER TIME, THE SPINDLE CAN FRACTURE.

THIS WOULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE AXLE AND RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

View at NHTSA
View all 6 recalls
94V1590001994-31-08
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

WATER INTRUSION CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY.

A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

View at NHTSA
93V1620001993-27-09
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CONDUIT END FITTING WHILE ENGAGED AND ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD BE LOST.

LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL MAY NOT REDUCE ENGINE SPEEDTO A LEVEL ANTICIPATED BY THE DRIVER. ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE CAN STILL BE STOPPEDWITH THE SERVICE BRAKE, LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLECRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

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95V1730001995-15-09
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."

CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1994 Buick Century's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. It leads 147 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic19
02Air Bags15
03Vehicle Speed Control15
04Engine And Engine Cooling13
05Seat Belts11
147 total across 1 model years (1994–1994)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Buick Century Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1994 Buick Century trims

20–24mpg combined
·
17-22city
·
26-28hwy
·
$2,800-$3,400/yr

Fuel economy for the 1994 Buick Century ranges from 20 to 24 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Century - Automatic 3-spd
24mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Century Wagon - Automatic 3-spd
22mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Century - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.1L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Century Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.1L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Custom Worth It?

Common questions about the 1994 Buick Century Custom

How does the Custom compare to other Buick Century trims?

The Custom occupies a distinct position in the Buick Century range. See how it stacks up on the 1994 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1994 Buick Century Custom?

Maintenance costs for the Custom align with the broader Buick Century ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1994 model year has 6 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic. Check the 1994 Buick Century page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Buick Century Custom?

For the Custom, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Buick Century buyer's guide.

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