Stalling Due to Mass Air Flow or Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure on Buick Riviera

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The mass air flow or crankshaft position sensor may fail causing the engine to intermittently stall. It may be necessary for the engine to cool down before it will restart.

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Buick Riviera vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 137,230 miles
(56,000 - 198,000)

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