Anti-theft Controller problems of the 1996 Buick Park Avenue

Three problems related to anti-theft controller have been reported for the 1996 Buick Park Avenue. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Anti-theft Controller problem

Failure Date: 10/31/2005

The contact states there is a NHTSA recall campaign 95v204000 concerning the electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.

2 Anti-theft Controller problem

Failure Date: 03/23/2005

Consumer has same problem as recall #95v204000, electrical system ignition anti-theft controller. Manufacturer said consumer's VIN is not included in recall. Dealer said she would have to pay to get the part in car repaired (the capacitor), but would give her the remote for free. Consumer added that the capacitor is broken therefore the remote cannot be programmed to work.

3 Anti-theft Controller problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2004

: the contact stated the anti-theft controller malfunctioned. There is a NHTSA recall, regarding the anti-theft controller. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The interior lighting intermittently illuminates, alarm system indicator lamp illuminates and the horn does not work. The vehicle was taken to the local dealership for inspection and the local mechanic determined the mall module needed replaced. Updated 02/27/06.


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