Complaints by model year
Distinct federal complaints filed against each model year of the Buick Regal, to date. Hover a bar for the count. Older years have had longer to accumulate filings; the rankings below correct for that.
1985
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
2020
Highest totals within an 8-year windowAll other years
Model years compared
Ranked from the same federal record on an equal exposure window. Click any year for its full file.
Highest complaint totals
- 2011 Buick Regal - 217 complaints in its first 8 years (280 to date)
- 1998 Buick Regal - 203 complaints in its first 8 years (302 to date)
- 1996 Buick Regal - 172 complaints in its first 8 years (204 to date)
Ranked on distinct complaints filed within eight years of the model year, so old and new years get the same exposure window. Not adjusted for sales volume; a best-selling year files more complaints at the same failure rate.
Lowest totals among mature years
- 2015 Buick Regal - 30 complaints in its first 8 years (33 to date)
- 2014 Buick Regal - 31 complaints in its first 8 years (38 to date)
- 2003 Buick Regal - 33 complaints in its first 8 years (101 to date)
Same eight-year window, among model years old enough to have completed it and with at least 25 complaints in it. Model years before 1990 are excluded because the federal file begins in 1995. A low total is not proof of reliability.
What owners report, all years combined
Every model year
| Model year | Complaints to date | Within 8 years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Buick Regal | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 Buick Regal | 19 | 19 | 3 |
| 2018 Buick Regal | 19 | 19 | 3 |
| 2017 Buick Regal | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2016 Buick Regal | 41 | 39 | 1 |
| 2015 Buick Regal | 33 | 30 | 0 |
| 2014 Buick Regal | 38 | 31 | 2 |
| 2013 Buick Regal | 91 | 73 | 6 |
| 2012 Buick Regal | 92 | 57 | 7 |
| 2011 Buick Regal | 280 | 217 | 4 |
| 2010 Buick Regal | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Buick Regal | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 Buick Regal | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 Buick Regal | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 Buick Regal | 66 | 12 | 2 |
| 2003 Buick Regal | 101 | 33 | 3 |
| 2002 Buick Regal | 117 | 56 | 3 |
| 2001 Buick Regal | 187 | 80 | 6 |
| 2000 Buick Regal | 184 | 103 | 8 |
| 1999 Buick Regal | 246 | 148 | 6 |
| 1998 Buick Regal | 302 | 203 | 6 |
| 1997 Buick Regal | 136 | 88 | 7 |
| 1996 Buick Regal | 204 | 172 | 3 |
| 1995 Buick Regal | 173 | 158 | 8 |
| 1994 Buick Regal | 110 | 89 | 3 |
| 1993 Buick Regal | 85 | 74 | 2 |
| 1992 Buick Regal | 144 | 122 | 2 |
| 1991 Buick Regal | 200 | 133 | 6 |
| 1990 Buick Regal | 77 | 52 | 8 |
| 1989 Buick Regal | 106 | 64 | 7 |
| 1988 Buick Regal | 123 | 69 | 10 |
| 1987 Buick Regal | 25 | 4 | 2 |
| 1986 Buick Regal | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| 1985 Buick Regal | 9 | 0 | 8 |
| 1984 Buick Regal | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| 1983 Buick Regal | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 Buick Regal | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Recall campaigns, all years
Every campaign filed against this model, with the model years it covers. Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN.
| Campaign | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V113000 | 2012-2013 | Suspension | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of... |
| 22V465000 | 2018-2020 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control... |
| 21V00F000 | 2012-2013 | Suspension | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware,... |
| 21V633000 | 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... |
| 20V764000 | 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,... |
| 19V762000 | 2019-2020 | Seats | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. The driver or passenger front seat frames may have a lower crossbar that was improperly welded. |
| 18V576000 | 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,... |
| 18V230000 | 2018 | Seat Belts | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster... |
| 16V517000 | 2011 | Seats | 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... |
| 16V502000 | 2011 | 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... |
| 16V108000 | 2016 | Steering | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. |
| 15V701000 | 1997-2004 | 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... |
| 15V201000 | 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,... |
| 14V447000 | 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... |
| 14V409000 | 2014 | Steering | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. |
| 14V092000 | 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... |
| 13V173000 | 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. |
| 12V484000 | 2011-2013 | Exterior Lighting | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. |
| 12V093000 | 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... |
| 09V116000 | 1997-2003 | 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... |
| 08V118000 | 1997-2003 | 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. |
| 04V375000 | 1999 | Exterior Lighting | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. |
| 03V527000 | 1996-1998 | Steering | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. |
| 01V109000 | 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. |
| 00V371000 | 2000-2001 | Air Bags | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING... |
| 00V228003 | 2000-2001 | Seat Belts | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. |
| 00V189000 | 1988-1991 | Structure | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS,... |
| 00V171000 | 1995 | Air Bags | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CORROSION OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR'S INTERNAL WIRING, WHICH CAN OCCUR OVER TIME, COULD CAUSE THE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER'S AIR... |
| 00V160000 | 2000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CLAMP THAT SECURES THE FLEXIBLE FUEL FILL HOSE TO THE METAL FILL TUBE MAY BE LOOSE AND COULD SEPARATE. |
| 00V143000 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DRUM BRAKES. THE BOLT HEAD(S) ON THE REAR SPINDLE ROD CAN SEPARATE. |