What is the accident rate for the Buick Riviera?

The Buick Riviera has an accident rate of 17.6% based on 85 vehicles analyzed from 1981–1999. The salvage rate is 0.0% and the total loss rate is 2.4%.

Is the Buick Riviera reliable?

The Buick Riviera has an odometer issue rate of 3.5%, a frame damage rate of 5.9%, and an average of 2.1 owners. The theft rate is 0.0%.

Buick Riviera Statistics

85 vehicles analyzed (1981–1999)

Last updated: May 2026

The Buick Riviera has an accident rate of 17.6% based on 85 vehicles analyzed from 1981 to 1999. The salvage title rate is 0.0% and the total loss rate is 2.4%. Average mileage is 86,405 miles with 2.1 owners on average.

Safety & Risk Profile

17.6%

Accident Rate

2.4%

Total Loss Rate

5.9%

Frame Damage

0.0%

Salvage Title

3.5%

Odometer Issues

Ownership Data

Avg Owners2.1

Avg Mileage86,405 mi

Common Specs

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Accident Rate Over Time

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Year	Vehicles	Accident Rate
1985 Buick Riviera	13	23.1%
1995 Buick Riviera	12	0.0%
1997 Buick Riviera	12	16.7%

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