Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Buick Century owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl*- the contact owns a 2000 Buick Century custom and complained about the following problems: the lower intake manifold gasket, the thermostat, and water pump. These components had to be replaced because the vehicle was overheating. The rear brake shoes and a leaking cylinder also had to be replaced. The rear drums, and the switch on the driver's side for the power windows where replaced due to possible fire concerns. In addition, the right outer tie rod end on the passenger's side wheel was loose and had to be repaired. Since the vehicle was inherited in 2003 all the aforementioned failures had to be replaced or repaired starting in 2005. The contact spoke with the manufacturer, and they stated they would not reimburse the contact because there was no relationship established with the dealer since the vehicle was purchased. …
Tl contact owns a 2000 Buick Century. None of the rear seat belt buckles function. The rear driver and passenger side seat belt buckle assembly would not release. The middle seat belt buckle assembly has failed. Normally, the contact gets some silicone and fiddles with the vehicle for thirty minutes before she can get the seat belt to loosen up and come out. The contact was not informed if NHTSA campaign id numbers 01V109000 and 00V228003 (seat belts) apply to her VIN. In addition, all four window motors have been replaced, and the front window motors were replaced twice. Currently, the rear passenger window is rolled down and will not roll back up. The current mileage was 81,786 and failure mileage was 4,000.
2000 Buick Century, power windows fell down.1st one, and could not get it back up. Next day another fell down when I wasn't in car. Took to dealer and they said a 3rd fell down by it's self. They charged me over $1,300.00,saying each window broke for no reason. A month later,the last window,which had no problem would not go down and still doesn't. No way did 4 windows break all at once.I think whatever controls the windows broke and they didn't fix it and cheated me. Now I have the window on driver's side that will not go down. That makes all 4 power windows broken,one still unfixed.
Tl contact owns a 2000 Buick Century. The contact was experiencing issues with the window regulators in the vehicle. Three of the windows suddenly fell down while driving at an unknown speed. The dealer replaced the first window and paid for half of the repair cost. The second window was replaced for free. The contact has to pay for the third window to be repaired. All three windows failed within a year. The failure mileage was 29,000 and current mileage was 30,600.
Wife went to work and window was up. When she returned the window had fallen inside the door. All windows regulators have failed once for each window. Car only has 70,000 miles on it. Drivers window failed twice. This last time was not under warranty and total was $622. The regulator has$1.00 thin plastic piece holding the cable ends that pull the window up and down. Service manager explained the regulator was only good for about 6 years.
Windshield wipers work and go through their cycles but do not park and instead stick straight up. This is a visibility hazard and well known by the dealership mechanics in this model Century, yet as far as I know, there is no safety recall. I do not feel that I should have to pay for this repair.
Wiper motor failure and erratic functioning. This vehicle was built with a clear safety defect that will cause loss of life bad weather. General motor's corporation had a very recent and similar problem with GM manufactured trucks. This make and model should be recalled before loss of life!
Automatic windows. Several months ago the driver window quit working on my 2000 Buick Century. I had it replaced at a cost of around $400. Within the last 45 days the two back windows and as of this weekend the front passenger window are not working. They slid down in the track and the buttons don't work. Also within the last 45 days my husband 2001 malibu had a back window go out. It too slid down and the button doesn't bring it back up. That is a total of five windows not working. At that costs it is cheaper to tape them up than to take out a second mortgage to fix it. Is there a recall on the motor and regulator assembly for these windows?
When the rear windows of a Buick Century are wide open and the front windows closed, the car shakes violently, to the extent of causing panic. We tried first one window and then the other, finally both together, and the violent shaking continued. It would be impossible to drive this car even for a few minutes under these conditions. The salesman even took out a brand new car and it acted the same. I have asked friends who have a Buick Century to verify my description, and they all have the same reaction. When I called the manufacturer, I was told it was a design fault and basically told to live with it.
I own a 2000 Buick Century and have been having problems with my windshield wipers. They seem to have a mind of their own. They will go at whatever speed they want. They have progressively gotten worse, and are now at the point where they will completely stop but I can still hear the motor trying to run. I have tried to find out if there is a recall for this vehicle but am coming up blank. I am sure that I am not the only person with this problem.
Window & Wiper complaints in other Century years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2000 Buick Century?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2000 Buick Century, 11% of the model year's 193 complaints. The component named most often is power window devices and controls (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Buick Century window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 2000 Buick Century, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Buick Century window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 50,000 miles, and 11% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to windows, wipers & sunroof problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.