Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 Buick Century

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2001 Buick Century. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission gear indicator (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2001 Buick Century

The Automatic Transmission problem

Brake system / abs braking system failed/ abs light illuminated. Replaced abs hub system.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Gear Indicator problem

Lost ability to read position of gear selection (prndl) on instrument cluster and odometer readings on 2001 Buick Century custom. This was an electronic prndl and odometer display. It was like shifting the transmission blind folded. Safety.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

We purchased this car (as is) for our grandson. On our way home from the dealer, as soon as the transmission warmed up (4-5 miles), the shifting was hard and jerking with a whine coming from the transmission.   Read details...


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