Power Train Related Problems of the 1996 Buick Riviera

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 1996 Buick Riviera. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Buick Riviera


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1996 Buick Riviera

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Modulator affects abs and traction control, can cause wheel lock-up and steering problems.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Auto-tran: while driving highway 55 mph, suddenly gears quit working, vehicle started coasting, no warning, 1st/2nd gears replaced, problem still exist, seems as as though a plastic ring in transmission is defective.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Speedometer failed.   Read details...


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