Buick Regal recalls and problems
24 recalls and 1,298 owner complaints for 16 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
24
Complaints
1,298
Crashes reported
49
Fires reported
130
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Buick Regal by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Regal | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Regal | 2 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Regal | 3 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 Regal | 0 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Regal | 1 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Regal | 0 | 33 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 Regal | 2 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Regal | 5 | 91 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 Regal | 6 | 92 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2011 Regal | 4 | 280 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2005 Regal | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Regal | 2 | 66 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Regal | 3 | 101 | 5 | 14 | 7 | 0 |
| 2002 Regal | 3 | 117 | 2 | 23 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 Regal | 6 | 187 | 5 | 48 | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 Regal | 8 | 184 | 12 | 30 | 5 | 0 |
Most reported Buick Regal problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 354 | |
| Engine | 329 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 153 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 105 | |
| Steering | 103 | |
| Power Train | 100 | |
| Unknown or Other | 82 | |
| Service Brakes | 76 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 49 | |
| Air Bags | 48 |
All Buick Regal recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-113 | Feb 26, 2026 | 2012–2013 | Suspension | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012â2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky… |
| 22V-465 | Jun 30, 2022 | 2018–2020 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. |
| 21V-633 | Aug 12, 2021 | 2013 | Suspension | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky… |
| 20V-764 | Dec 21, 2020 | 2012–2013 | Suspension | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois… |
| 18V-576 | Aug 30, 2018 | 2018–2019 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and… |
| 18V-230 | Apr 12, 2018 | 2018 | Seat Belts | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. |
| 16V-517 | Jul 7, 2016 | 2011 | Seats, Electrical System | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured November 3, 2009, to March 25, 2011, equipped with 8-way power adjustable front seats. |
| 16V-502 | Jul 5, 2016 | 2011 | Electrical System, Power Train | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. |
| 16V-108 | Feb 24, 2016 | 2016 | Steering | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. |
| 15V-701 | Oct 26, 2015 | 2000–2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo… |
| 15V-201 | Apr 6, 2015 | 2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9, 2003, to June 1, 2003, 2004 Chevrolet Impala vehicles… |
| 14V-447 | Jul 23, 2014 | 2011–2012 | Seats | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power… |
| 14V-409 | Jul 2, 2014 | 2014 | Steering | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. |
| 14V-092 | Feb 21, 2014 | 2014 | Power Train | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. |
| 13V-173 | May 6, 2013 | 2012–2013 | Electrical System | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. |
| 12V-484 | Oct 4, 2012 | 2011–2013 | Exterior Lighting | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. |
| 12V-093 | Mar 7, 2012 | 2012 | Exterior Lighting | General motors (Gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 buick regal vehicles manufactured from february 22, 2011, through february 22, 2012 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety… |
| 09V-116 | Apr 8, 2009 | 2000–2003 | Engine and Engine Cooling | General motors is recalling 1,497,516 my 1997-2003 buick regal, my 1998-2003 chevrolet lumina, monte carlo and impala, my 1998-1999 oldsmobile intrigue, my 1997-2003 pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6… |
| 08V-118 | Mar 12, 2008 | 2000–2003 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Gm is recalling 207,542 my 1997-2003 buick regal and pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l supercharged V-6 engine. |
| 01V-109 | Apr 6, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, equipped with sunvisor located air bag labels, fail to conform to federal motor vehicles safety standard no. |
| 00V-371 | Nov 13, 2000 | 2000–2001 | Air Bags | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
| 00V-228 | Aug 7, 2000 | 2000–2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. |
| 00V-160 | Jun 16, 2000 | 2000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
| 00V-143 | May 17, 2000 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Buick Regal?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2011 Buick Regal has the most reports (280). Check the 2011 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Buick Regal have?
NHTSA lists 24 safety recalls covering Buick Regal model years 2000–2004, 2011–2014, 2016, 2018–2020.
What are the most common Buick Regal problems?
Owners report electrical system, engine, exterior lighting problems most often.