Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Buick / Regal / 1996
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007111413 BUICK REGAL 1996 My daughter was driving the 1996 buck regal on i-77 north near chelyan, wv another daughter was in the passenger seat. the rear driver's side wheel
007107886 BUICK REGAL 1996 Tl*the contact owns 1996 buick regal. the contact stated that the check engine light illuminated during an oil change. after the oil change, the
007106802 BUICK REGAL 1996 Tl*the contact owns a 1996 buick regal. the contact's vehicle caught fire after being parked for approximately fifteen minutes. the current and
006088880 BUICK REGAL 1996 I bought a used car in boardman, ohio area and i now have a 1490.00 repair bill after salesman told me it was checked out. they replaced a burned out
006088521 BUICK REGAL 1996 While making a turn, the steering in my 1996 buick regal became very stiff and would not return to neutral. it has only been two days now that this
006069220 BUICK REGAL 1996 LARGE PIECES OF PAINT CAME OFF THE HOOD OF MY CAR. *JB
006062040 BUICK REGAL 1996 Dt*: the contact stated while starting the vehicle the plastic upper intake manifold exploded. there is a nhtsa recall, # 96v116000, regarding the
901060929 BUICK REGAL 1996 CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE INFORMATION ON THE 1996 BUICK REGAL. *TS *NM
006055762 BUICK REGAL 1996 A recall was issued regarding the rack and pinion steering on our 1996 buick. the problem was supposedly fixed by the previous owner of the car. my
006053511 BUICK REGAL 1996 On january 21, 2006 at 7:10 am, while i was driving on u.s. 1, a busy street during rush-hour traffic, my driver side air bag deployed. there was no
005044479 BUICK REGAL 1996 Failure of both brake lights and turn signals. emergency flashers operate so bulbs and wiring are ok. fuses checked. not repaired yet but was told
005043674 BUICK REGAL 1996 Had an electric fuel pump failure after a period of problems with difficulty starting and poor acceleration. when the fuel pump was removed, there is
005034870 BUICK REGAL 1996 Dt: the contact received recall 03v527000 in 2-04 regarding the power steering lower pinion bearing. he took the vehicle to the dealer on 2-17-04 for
005034869 BUICK REGAL 1996 Dt: the contact received recall 03v527000 in 2-04 regarding the power steering lower pinion bearing. he took the vehicle to the dealer on 2-17-04 for
005033624 BUICK REGAL 1996 Left hand return went out, my car, a 1996 buick regal, has a bulletin # 03062 issued for this problem and a recall for this part, however on notifying
005026998 BUICK REGAL 1996 my seatbealts don't hold you at all . if there was a accident like the one we had in our toyota.the outcome could be tragic!!!! i would like to
005009830 BUICK REGAL 1996 After turning the ignition to start the vehicle there was an explosion, the engine was on fire. the fire department was called, and the fire was
005009829 BUICK REGAL 1996 After turning the ignition to start the vehicle there was an explosion, the engine was on fire. the fire department was called, and the fire was
005009828 BUICK REGAL 1996 After turning the ignition to start the vehicle there was an explosion, the engine was on fire. the fire department was called, and the fire was
005002855 BUICK REGAL 1996 The consumer is experiencing problems with the gear shift. changing gears are very difficult. when going from park to drive the consumer must apply a
004315592 BUICK REGAL 1996 When trying to start the vehicle, there was an explosion and the vehicle caught fire. the fire was put out by the consumer, however, it was nearly
001313210 BUICK REGAL 1996 EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH PAINT, AS A RESULT WE CAN NOT TRADE OR SELL THE VEHICLE UNLESS VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY PAINTED. *BF *TC
004311032 BUICK REGAL 1996 While attempting to start the vehicle the consumer heard an explosion. *nm a hole was discovered blown through the intake manifold and a crack was
001309098 BUICK REGAL 1996 Anti freeze leaked inside the engine due to faulty intake manifold gaskets which were made of plastic. this happened frequently, even after antifreeze
004307713 BUICK REGAL 1996 VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, IT WAS TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP SAT FOR ABOUT 24 HOURS, WHEN TRYING TO START IT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD EXPLODED.
004302342 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle stalled intermittently while driving 30-40 mph, and the wiring connected to the horn overheated and become inoperative. dealer was not
004302341 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle stalled intermittently while driving 30-40 mph, and the wiring connected to the horn overheated and become inoperative. dealer was not
004300443 BUICK REGAL 1996 Front driver's side pinion shaft produced a whining noise when driving at any speed. recall 03v527000 was issued. however the dealer stated that was
004298920 BUICK REGAL 1996 The consumer was having a problem with his vehicle making a dragging/spinning type noise. he stated it sounded as if it was not connecting with
004298919 BUICK REGAL 1996 The consumer was having a problem with his vehicle making a dragging/spinning type noise. he stated it sounded as if it was not connecting with
999294913 BUICK REGAL 1996 Bought a 1996 buick regal in 1999. the paint has been litterly peeling off the car all over. is there a recall for this or is there anything i can do
003292945 BUICK REGAL 1996 OTHER SYSTEM
002291233 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving 35 mph white smoke emitted from under the hood. the consumer was informed that coolant was in the engine oil and blew out a head gasket
004283904 BUICK REGAL 1996 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED BACKWARDS WITHOUT WARNING. *AK
003276757 BUICK REGAL 1996 Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the cost ranging from $
003276756 BUICK REGAL 1996 Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the cost ranging from $
003276755 BUICK REGAL 1996 Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the cost ranging from $
003274616 BUICK REGAL 1996 Car broke down 2 days after i bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop. they kept the car for two days to fix it and i received it back. the
003274615 BUICK REGAL 1996 Car broke down 2 days after i bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop. they kept the car for two days to fix it and i received it back. the
003274614 BUICK REGAL 1996 Car broke down 2 days after i bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop. they kept the car for two days to fix it and i received it back. the
0000262209 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer was trying to make a left turn onto a street when the steering wheel became stiff. this made it hard for the driver to complete the turn
0000262018 BUICK REGAL 1996 Recall 03v527000 concerning steering gear bearings. consumer read a newspaper article about the gmc power steering recall. the consumer had not
000260826 BUICK REGAL 1996 Burning smell, and smoke comes from under the hood of the car when ever the heat is being used. or i have traveled over 50 miles. a rattling sound
003260819 BUICK REGAL 1996 Ball joints need to be replaced. 2 different auto repair shops informed me that they were in bad shape, and will result in wheels to fall half way
003260818 BUICK REGAL 1996 Ball joints need to be replaced. 2 different auto repair shops informed me that they were in bad shape, and will result in wheels to fall half way
000260813 BUICK REGAL 1996 EXTERIOR LIGHTS, TAIL LIGHTS LEAKS, CAUSING BULBS TO CONSTENTLY HAVE TO BE REPLACED.*AK
004260047 BUICK REGAL 1996 THERE WAS A SEVERE WINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL THAT INTENSIFIED WHEN TURNING. *AK *SC *JB
0000259888 BUICK REGAL 1996 abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes. after repairs were done the rear
0000259887 BUICK REGAL 1996 abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes. after repairs were done the rear
0000259886 BUICK REGAL 1996 abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes. after repairs were done the rear
0000259775 BUICK REGAL 1996 Upon starting the vehicle there was a noise in the steering column that became worse when steering the wheel was turned. the mechanic determined
0000259309 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle had a defective water pump, oil pan, and engine's emission control. *la the engine light had come on and there was a noise when turning
0000259308 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle had a defective water pump, oil pan, and engine's emission control. *la the engine light had come on and there was a noise when turning
003255411 BUICK REGAL 1996 Hard to turn left in my 1996 buick regal, steering went tight. caused me to hit the curb and over the sidewalk, damaging the 2 front tires, rims,
0000255043 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving on the highway vehicle lost power and the lights went out. then, vehicle will continued to drive without being restarted. dealer
004254161 BUICK REGAL 1996 My 1996 buick regal has had two intake manifold gasket failures--one at 52,000 miles, and the most recent, at 111,000 miles. in the first instance,
002250180 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving at any speed, the vehicle would intermittently stall. just before the vehicle stalled, the check engine and battery light had come on
002250179 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving at any speed, the vehicle would intermittently stall. just before the vehicle stalled, the check engine and battery light had come on
003243623 BUICK REGAL 1996 WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. THEN, VEHICLE RESTARTED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM.*AK
003243078 BUICK REGAL 1996 When the driver put the key in the ignition, the air bag deployed. the driver sustained minor facial burns and bruises and was taken to the hospital
003243010 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving at 55 mph vehicle swerved to miss a deer and consumer lost control of vehicle. vehicle broke through a guard rail and down an
003243009 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving at 55 mph vehicle swerved to miss a deer and consumer lost control of vehicle. vehicle broke through a guard rail and down an
0000240105 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer called complaining about having problems with his vehicles drivers seat. the seat broke were the motor moves the seat front and back. the
001238775 BUICK REGAL 1996 Automatic transmission has a lot of plastic parts inside, they melted down due to vehicle overheating. this transmission should be made like that of
003237705 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving 55 mph, the driver slammed on the brakes after seeing a deer on the road. the vehicle had gone off the road and rolled over into a
003237704 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving 55 mph, the driver slammed on the brakes after seeing a deer on the road. the vehicle had gone off the road and rolled over into a
003235501 BUICK REGAL 1996 Buick regal 1996.engine and engine cooling:cooling system hortly after just 72,000 miles, a leak developed near the upper intake manifold, causing
003232198 BUICK REGAL 1996 The air bag deployed without impact while driving at 35 mph. the dealer notified. *ak prior to the incident, the air bag light had come on. the
0000212868 BUICK REGAL 1996 THE BRAKES AND ROTORS EXPERIENCED PREMATURE FAILURE. *JB
003210542 BUICK REGAL 1996 THE VEHICLES SEAT BELTS DID RESTRAIN PROPERLY. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM
003207783 BUICK REGAL 1996 The engine was not running properly which caused a crack in upper intake manifold forcing excessive coolant into the top end of the engine and upper
003203970 BUICK REGAL 1996 THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THE FIRE WAS CAUSED BY AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.*JB
002201964 BUICK REGAL 1996 Lever that controls the 'tilt wheel' broke off at the steering column. the auto was purchased new by me and i only have 44,000 miles on it. i called
002201963 BUICK REGAL 1996 Lever that controls the 'tilt wheel' broke off at the steering column. the auto was purchased new by me and i only have 44,000 miles on it. i called
003198923 BUICK REGAL 1996 On 02/02/03, i noticed a large piece of my hood was exposed due to peeling paint. (the gray metal of the car's structure is exposed) the car is a
003198277 BUICK REGAL 1996 WHEN AT A STOP AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD.*AK
001190939 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer noticed antifreeze leaking on garage floor. took to dealer. dealer says upper intake manifold needs replacing. please provide any further
0000182078 BUICK REGAL 1996 Brake rotors wear in the rear with low mileage accumulation. when brakes are applied they drag, screech and perform poorly. owner is aware of others
002173693 BUICK REGAL 1996 There was a popping sound when going over a seam in the road. took to dealer, and they stated it was the torsion bar, six weeks later lower ball
0000172549 BUICK REGAL 1996 FRONT DRIVERS DOOR HINGE HAS RUSTED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
002170830 BUICK REGAL 1996 While vehicle was parked there was a loud noise that came from engine. when consumer opened the hood, the engine was on fire. contacted dealer. *ak
000170259 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer states that the intake manifold has blown up once before in the vehicle while the vehicle was being started up. contacted dealer and the
002168484 BUICK REGAL 1996 WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN A REPAIR SHOP A BURNED UP FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED IN FUEL TANK. FUEL PUMP AVAILABLE FOR ANALYSIS. *AK *YH
0000164583 BUICK REGAL 1996 BRAKE ROTORS ARE RUSTING AND PREMATURELY WEARING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
0000164579 BUICK REGAL 1996 When vehicle is parked over night horn is inoperable until after vehicle has completely warmed up, cause unknown. please give any further details.*
001146387 BUICK REGAL 1996 When consumer started vehicle there was a loud bang that came from front of vehicle. smoke started coming from underneath hood, and the vehicle
001141981 BUICK REGAL 1996 Excessive wear of brake pads/ front rotors and drums. rotors / drums overheating which is causing them to warp. dealer notified. feel free to
001141980 BUICK REGAL 1996 Excessive wear of brake pads/ front rotors and drums. rotors / drums overheating which is causing them to warp. dealer notified. feel free to
001136994 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle would not start. took vehicle to an independent mechanic who found fuel pump and fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. *ak there was
001136993 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle would not start. took vehicle to an independent mechanic who found fuel pump and fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. *ak there was
000131475 BUICK REGAL 1996 Driver's side seat belt latch fell off end of the safety belt, which left occupant without any restrain. ; dealer notified, and informed
000130445 BUICK REGAL 1996 BOLT IN OIL PAN HAS STRIPPED AND SEPARATED FROM OIL PAN. ENTIRE UNIT HAS TO BE REPLACED. *AK
000128649 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle was involved in a frontal side collision. uopn impact, airbags did not deploy, resulting in major injuries. manufacturer has been notified.*
000122594 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle won't be able to crank at the time, and no electrical function. vehicle had to be towed to technician, and he said that fuel pump had melted
000120121 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving front tire exploded, then drove off the road where tread separated from tire, and consumer kept control of vehicle. firestone tires 205
001100810 BUICK REGAL 1996 Car paint peeled off in sheets when car was only 3 years old - created dangerous driving conditions, as i witnessed drivers behind me swerving to
000042914 BUICK REGAL 1996 Engine failed going uphill, valve failure, repairman says normal with type of buick. buick knows engine is bad, recalled other engine model for this
002027466 BUICK REGAL 1996 THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN OIL LEAK AT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD, THE ENGINE ALSO DEVELOPED ROD BEARING AND/OR WRIST PIN NOISE. NLM
001026067 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer stated the drive selector movement was becoming stiff and was getting progressively worse, the drive detents could hardly be felt and
999019942 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle has experienced several braking problems and failures, dealer has replaced worn brake pads, front rotors, and brake hoses, on one occasion,
999019941 BUICK REGAL 1996 TIRES NEEDED REPLACED, NO SPECIFIC INFORMATION GIVEN.(DAUGHTER ON BEHALF OF MOTHER). *SLC
999019940 BUICK REGAL 1996 TIRES NEEDED REPLACED, NO SPECIFIC INFORMATION GIVEN.(DAUGHTER ON BEHALF OF MOTHER). *SLC
999019939 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle has experienced several braking problems and failures, dealer has replaced worn brake pads, front rotors, and brake hoses, on one occasion,
997019932 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumers has been experiencing numerous problems with the hydraulic system, the rotors, and brake pads have been turned and/or replaced due to them
997019931 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumers has been experiencing numerous problems with the hydraulic system, the rotors, and brake pads have been turned and/or replaced due to them
998000612 BUICK REGAL 1996 SPARK PLUG WIRES FAILED. YH
995189739 BUICK REGAL 1996 DRIVER AND PASSENAGER SEATBACKS RECLINE BACKWARDS, CAUSING CONTROL PROBLEM. *AK
995189738 BUICK REGAL 1996 DRIVER AND PASSENAGER SEATBACKS RECLINE BACKWARDS, CAUSING CONTROL PROBLEM. *AK
995183421 BUICK REGAL 1996 LOUD THUMPING NOISE UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED, RESULTING IN HITTING A POLE. TT
995183420 BUICK REGAL 1996 LOUD THUMPING NOISE UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED, RESULTING IN HITTING A POLE. TT
999153985 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving at 60mph, and in the process of passing another vehicle, transmission slipped out of gear and went into neutral, and engine
0000152490 BUICK REGAL 1996 While driving applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. it felt like they were going to respond, but vehicle kept rolling into an intersection,
0000146869 BUICK REGAL 1996 WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED PEDAL GETS HARD, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE BRAKES 4 TIMES. *AK
997143979 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle was involved in a collision at 30mph. upon impact, seat belts did not retract, and the airbags did not deploy. driver received a broken
997143978 BUICK REGAL 1996 Vehicle was involved in a collision at 30mph. upon impact, seat belts did not retract, and the airbags did not deploy. driver received a broken
999142985 BUICK REGAL 1996 WINDOW WON'T ROLL DOWN ON DRIVER'S SIDE DUE TO THE PROBLEM'S WITHIN THE TRACKS ON THE DOOR. *AK
998139199 BUICK REGAL 1996 While coasting at 10mph to signal light, applied the brakes and they failed to work. had to pump brakes at least 3 times before they worked. on 19
999138781 BUICK REGAL 1996 WATER IS GETTING INTO TAIL LIGHT, CAUSING THE TAIL LIGHT TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. *AK
997135202 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer expriencing ongoing problem with braking system. whenever driving a winding noise appears to be coming from the wheel, and when the brakes
0000134678 BUICK REGAL 1996 When applying the abs brakes the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak
998131269 BUICK REGAL 1996 Driver's power seat burned, including bottom and back due to a fire. dealer contacted, and stated the wiring harness was at fault. no repairs have
998130208 BUICK REGAL 1996 Alternator went dead, just burnt out, and made the battery go dead and not charged. dealer contacted and stated the problem is normal. also, not under
998130207 BUICK REGAL 1996 Four struts in and the car could not be aligned because an adjustment bar was bent and hardware was missing, bottom of car was scrapping. specialist
998129705 BUICK REGAL 1996 Consumer experienced air bag deployment while backing out the vehicle. horn started to sound off, and suddenly the driver's air bag deployed for
998126787 BUICK REGAL 1996 The metal brake line is rubbing against the bolt in the engine compartment, causing the vehicle to lose brake fluid. also, the brake goes down to the
998123879 BUICK REGAL 1996 CONSUMER STATES AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
996123091 BUICK REGAL 1996 Appears that calipers were defective, no contact between calipers and disc, resulting in pulsation and presence of rust on the disc. inspected left
996123090 BUICK REGAL 1996 Appears that calipers were defective, no contact between calipers and disc, resulting in pulsation and presence of rust on the disc. inspected left
996123089 BUICK REGAL 1996 Appears that calipers were defective, no contact between calipers and disc, resulting in pulsation and presence of rust on the disc. inspected left
997120516 BUICK REGAL 1996 On three occasions the vehicle accelerated out of control. after second occasion, vehicle was towed to dealership. dealer could not find a problem.
997120515 BUICK REGAL 1996 On three occasions the vehicle accelerated out of control. after second occasion, vehicle was towed to dealership. dealer could not find a problem.
0000118722 BUICK REGAL 1996 REAR BEARINGS HAVE FAILED, AND THE ROTORS WERE WARPED. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE REAR BEARING.*AK
0000118721 BUICK REGAL 1996 REAR BEARINGS HAVE FAILED, AND THE ROTORS WERE WARPED. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE REAR BEARING.*AK
997111345 BUICK REGAL 1996 In an accident between 40-60 mph, 12:00 position, car hit gaurdrail and driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy. driver sustained a broken rib
996100582 BUICK REGAL 1996 WHILE MAKING RIGHT TURNS THE VEHICLE EXPEIENCES A LOSS OF POWER. *AK
996100126 BUICK REGAL 1996 DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON FRONT END IMPACT, DRIVER LOST CONTROL, HIT TELEPHONE POLE, SPEED 25 MPH.*AK
997090558 BUICK REGAL 1996 CAR ALL RECALLED 6/96. COMPLAINED TO DEALER AND GM. THEY SAID SHORTED IGNITION WIRES ARE NORMAL.
997090557 BUICK REGAL 1996 CAR ALL RECALLED 6/96. COMPLAINED TO DEALER AND GM. THEY SAID SHORTED IGNITION WIRES ARE NORMAL.
997090556 BUICK REGAL 1996 CAR ALL RECALLED 6/96. COMPLAINED TO DEALER AND GM. THEY SAID SHORTED IGNITION WIRES ARE NORMAL.
997089904 BUICK REGAL 1996 The front seat is extremely uncomfortable at any driving distance. i have checked with multiple dealerships, and this is not a unique problem as many
999084609 BUICK REGAL 1996 LOUD TICKING NOISE AT STARTUP: CAMSHAFT AND LIFTERS FAILED. *AK
999079295 BUICK REGAL 1996 After having reported a steady burning "engine check light" to the dealer, approximately two weeks prior to engine problem and upon being advised to
996070030 BUICK REGAL 1996 SUN ROOF FAILED.
997070016 BUICK REGAL 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILED.
996069928 BUICK REGAL 1996 RADIO FAILED.
0000069658 BUICK REGAL 1996 CHIP IN THE ON BOARD COMPUTER FAILED.
996069276 BUICK REGAL 1996 EXHAUST SYSTEM BUSHING BETWEEN PIPES FAILED.
996068359 BUICK REGAL 1996 REAR TURN SIGNAL BULB FAILED.
996067712 BUICK REGAL 1996 ENGINE SERVICE LIGHT COMES ON.
996067658 BUICK REGAL 1996 ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED 3 TIMES.

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