Model year guide

2002 Buick Century

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Buick Century is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 59 on record.

2002 Buick Century — representative photo
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2002 Buick Century at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints166
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$1,920

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2002 Buick Century recalls 2

Steering NHTSA Campaign #09E005000 · 17/02/2009

DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.

Fix: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices NHTSA Campaign #07E021000 · 12/03/2007

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Fix: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2002 Buick Century common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2002 Buick Century MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,950

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2002 Buick Century worth?

Low
$800
Typical price
$1,920
High
$3,600

From 52 comparable 2002 Buick Century listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Buick Century costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$800
Total$15,550
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,920) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,114), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Buick Century trims & engines on record

Trims
Custom · Limited
Engines
3.1L 6-cyl

2002 Buick Century vehicles on record

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Other Buick Century model years

2005 2004 2003 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1993

2002 Buick Century — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Buick Century have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Buick Century. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Buick Century?

Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Buick Century get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Buick Century at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2002 Buick Century worth?

Comparable 2002 Buick Century listings run roughly $800–$3,600, typically around $1,920 (from 52 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.