Model year guide

2000 Buick Park Avenue

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2000 Buick Park Avenue is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2000 Buick Park Avenue — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2000 Buick Park Avenue at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints82
Combined19–20 mpg
Typical price$1,292

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2000 Buick Park Avenue recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery NHTSA Campaign #04V090000 · manufacturer #03054B · 24/02/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-…

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer NHTSA Campaign #00V346000 · manufacturer #00094 · 30/10/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 104, "WINDSHIELD WIPING AND WASHING SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A WIPER SYSTEM MICROPROCESSOR THAT IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO VOLTAGE TRANSIENTS, WHICH CAN CAUSE A "LATCH-UP" CONDITION IN THE SYSTEM CONTROLLER.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER WHICH CONTAINS THE MICROPROCESSOR.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components NHTSA Campaign #00V114000 · manufacturer #00035 · 17/04/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2000 Buick Park Avenue common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2000 Buick Park Avenue MPG & running costs

Combined19–20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,850
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Forced inductionSupercharged
Passenger volume111 cu ft
Cargo volume19 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2000 Buick Park Avenue worth?

Low
$700
Typical price
$1,292
High
$1,900

From 18 comparable 2000 Buick Park Avenue listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2000 Buick Park Avenue costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,250
Fuel only$19,250
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
206.7 in
Width
74.8 in
Height
58.3 in
Wheelbase
113.8 in
Curb weight
3,807–3,946 lb
Front track
62.6 in
Rear track
62.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2000 Buick Park Avenue — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 3

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE Closed

BY LETTER DATED MARCH 12, 2008, GENERAL MOTORS CORP. (GM) HAS NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL (IDENTIFIED BY NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 08V-118) TO ADDRESS A DEFECT IN APPROXIMATELY 207,542 MODEL YEAR (MY) 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL GS AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GTP VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE L67 SUPERCHARGED VERSION OF GM'S 3800 SERIES II V6 ENGINE. THE RECALLED REGAL GS VEHICLES WERE BUILT FROM AUGUST 1996…

NHTSA #EA07008 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Jun 2007 · closed May 2008

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES Closed

EA02-030 IS CLOSED WITH GMEA02-030 IS CLOSED WITH GM¿S ACTIONS IN 03V-473 AND 04V-090 RECALLING APPROXIMATELY 529,000 MY 1998-99 C- AND H-BODY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DEFECTIVE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS. THESE VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLDS THAT ARE UNABLE TO CONTAIN PRESSURES THAT OCCUR IN SOME BACKFIRE EVENTS AND DEFECTIVE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH LEAKING DIAPHRAGMS THAT CAN PROVIDE A SOURC…

NHTSA #EA02030 · Fuel System, Gasoline · opened Oct 2002 · closed Mar 2004

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES Closed

NHTSA #PE02050 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Jun 2002 · closed Oct 2002

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 233

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 233.

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester  and Vehicle Data Record…

Bulletin PIP4723J · Electrical System · Oct 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a…

Bulletin PIC5453D · Sep 2022

HIGH SPEED SHAKE OR VIBRATION. *EH

Bulletin 3249 · Suspension · Jun 2022

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment…

Bulletin PIP5358A · Equipment, Structure · May 2021

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmissi…

Bulletin PIP5640A · Wheels · Apr 2021

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician wil…

Bulletin PIP5163E · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2021

This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the l…

Bulletin PIP5540G · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2021

This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. …

Bulletin PIP5725A · Equipment · Mar 2021

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PARK AVENUE. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2000 Buick Park Avenue. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Engine

On certain vehicles, a combination of a low battery condition and fuel in the upper intake manifold while the ignition key is activated at engine start could cause an elevated rate of manifold over-pressurization events. The operator may experience a loud bang / intake backfire that could rupture the intake manifold, resulting in emitting dust from under the hood and a no-start…

Transport Canada #2003283 · Nov 2003

Visual System

Certain vehicles do not comply with CMVSS 104 - Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems. Malfunctioning microprocessor may cause a "latch-up" condition in the wiper system controller. If this occurs, the operator will not be able to operate the system in both the low and high-speed modes required by the standard. Correction: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover w…

Transport Canada #2000271 · Nov 2000

Brakes

Certain vehicles may have internal fluid leaks in the brake hydraulic control unit. When the rear brake proportioning, antilock brake, traction control, or stability control feature is activated in some driving situations, the feature may not perform as designed and the driver could lose vehicle control. Correction: ABS hydraulic modulator unit will be inspected and replaced if…

Transport Canada #2000104 · Apr 2000

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Buick Park Avenue

The Buick Park Avenue is a full-size car built by Buick. The nameplate was first used in 1975 for an appearance option package on the Electra 225 Limited. It became an Electra trim level in 1978 and its own model starting in the 1991 model year after the Electra was discontinued.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2000 Buick Park Avenue trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Ultra
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

2000 Buick Park Avenue vehicles on record

Other Buick Park Avenue model years

2000 Buick Park Avenue — frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Buick Park Avenue have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2000 Buick Park Avenue. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Buick Park Avenue?

Across all 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2000 Buick Park Avenue get?

The 2000 Buick Park Avenue has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–20 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2000 Buick Park Avenue worth?

Comparable 2000 Buick Park Avenue listings run roughly $700–$1,900, typically around $1,292 (from 18 vehicles).

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