1996 Buick Riviera Specifications

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    • Engine Location : Front
    Drive Type : Front Wheel
    Body / Chassis : Integral
    Production Years for Series : 1995 - 1999
    Price : $29,475
    Weight : 3690 lbs | 1673.756 kg
    V 6 90-degree | Series II
    Displacement : 3785 cc | 231.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.
    Power : 205 HP (150.88 KW) @ 5200 RPM
    Torque :230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 4000 RPM
    Bore : 3.8 in | 97 mm.
    Stroke : 3.4 in | 86 mm.
    Compression : 9.4:1
    Construction : Cast-iron block and head
    Sequential Port Fuel Injection
    Transmission:
    4 Automatic Electronically controlled w/overdrive

    Total Buick Production for 1996 : 342,538
    1996 Buick Riviera
    Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : 17,389
    Component

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

    Manufacturer

    GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Mfr Report Date19950301
    NHTSA Campaign ID95V204000
    SummaryTHESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A MALFUNCTION ALARM, LIGHTING AND LOCKING (MALL) MODULE THAT CAN CONTAIN A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THE CAPACITOR IS DAMAGED, THE 'KEY IN THE IGNITION' WARNING CHIME AND THE DRIVER SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED WARNING CHIME AND INDICATOR LAMP MAY NOT WORK. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION' AND FMVSS NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' IN ADDITION, OTHER CHIME REMINDER FUNCTIONS, INTERIOR LIGHTING CONTROLS, AND POWER DOOR LOCKING FEATURES ARE ALSO AFFECTED.
    ConsequenceCONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE; THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT THE KEY WAS LEFT IN THE IGNITION OR THAT THE SAFETY BELT WAS NOT BUCKLED.
    RemedyDEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACE THE MALL MODULE.
    NotesSYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION; ANTI-THEFT; FMVSS NO. 114 AND NO. 208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

    Component

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

    Manufacturer

    GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Mfr Report Date19950701
    NHTSA Campaign ID96V116000
    SummaryA BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
    ConsequenceTHIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
    RemedyDEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
    NotesVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V6 ENGINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATIONS BEGAN DURING JULY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

    Information provided by NHTSA
    Data updated June 2024
    1996 Averages
    Avg. Car Cost : $16,300
    Avg. Household Income : $36,300
    Avg. Home : $118,200
    Avg. Gallon of Gas : $1.22
    Avg. Stamp : $0

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    Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1996 Buick Riviera? A: The 1996 Buick Riviera has a wheelbase size of 113.80 inches.

    Q: What is the length of the 1996 Buick Riviera? A: The 1996 Buick Riviera has a length of 207.20 inches.

    Q: What is the width of the 1996 Buick Riviera? A: The 1996 Buick Riviera has a width of 62.50 inches.

    Q: How much did the 1996 Buick Riviera cost when new?A: The 1996 Buick Riviera had a base price of approximately $29,475 (USD).

    Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1996 Buick Riviera? A: The 1996 Buick Riviera was a Coupe.

    Q: How many vehicles did Buick produce in 1996? A: Buick produced 342,538 automobiles in 1996.

    Q: What engine did the 1996 Buick Riviera have? A: The engine powering the 1996 Buick Riviera was a V 6 (3785 cc | 231.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 205 HP (150.88 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 4000 RPM.

    Q: What transmission did the 1996 Buick Riviera have? A: The 1996 Buick Riviera had a 4 speed Automatic Electronically controlled w/overdrive gearbox.

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