Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Buick / Regal / 1997
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
006068846 BUICK REGAL 1997 Unable to remove key from ignition. the safety mechanism that prevents the ignition key from being removed from the ignition switch while driving has
006065675 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dt*: the contact stated while driving at low speeds the vehicle was difficult to steer left and right. this occurred intermittently. the
006060586 BUICK REGAL 1997 My wife is complaining of a hard left steer on her 1997 buick regal. the problem does not occur on each turn at this time, but could result in loss of
003052542 BUICK REGAL 1997 I noticed that i was having problems steering while turning left and right - very stiff and hard to manipulate steering wheel while at low speeds. i
005047881 BUICK REGAL 1997 Unable to make left turn with ease. left turns are very hard and at times does not turn left at all. steering wheel does not automatically return to
005045450 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dt: the contact was pulling out of driveway and the brakes would not work. when he applied the brakes the pedal went completely to the floor.
005033774 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dt: the consumer's vehicle was stalling while going down a hill. the consumer had the crank shaft sensor and the ignition control module replaced
005033773 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dt: the consumer's vehicle was stalling while going down a hill. the consumer had the crank shaft sensor and the ignition control module replaced
005033584 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dt: the rack and pinion steering gear malfunctioned. the consumer took vehicle to the dealer to be repaired , but the consumer did not like that
997017951 BUICK REGAL 1997 1997 buick regal sedan developed various problems since purchase. *mr there was a continuous oil leak. the repairs consisted of the replacement
997017950 BUICK REGAL 1997 1997 buick regal sedan developed various problems since purchase. *mr there was a continuous oil leak. the repairs consisted of the replacement
997017949 BUICK REGAL 1997 1997 buick regal sedan developed various problems since purchase. *mr there was a continuous oil leak. the repairs consisted of the replacement
005008468 BUICK REGAL 1997 Driver noticed that the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. a loud winding noise was coming from the front of the vehicle
005007868 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving on the freeway at approximately 65 mph the pulley wheel from the motor came off. this caused the power steering to go out. owner had
004315820 BUICK REGAL 1997 The tensioner pulley froze up and disintegrated, causing the serpentine belt to fray badly. it rubbed up against and scraped a hole in the power
004305766 BUICK REGAL 1997 The air bag sensor light came on and stayed on without warning. the dealer stated the air bag module needs to be replaced. please provide additional
004302432 BUICK REGAL 1997 CONSUMER STATED WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION POWER STEERING FAILED DUE TO RACK AND PINION MALFUNCTIONING. *AK
004301311 BUICK REGAL 1997 I have a 1997 buick regal gs [xxx]. the car has approximately 94,000 miles. i bought it used from a dealer in may of this year. i have had the car in
004298989 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in nhtsa recall 99v348000. the windshield wipers may stop working due to a separation
004293152 BUICK REGAL 1997 I was driving and when i went to use the turn signal the car stalled and it started right back up again but when i use my directionals the car stalls
004289880 BUICK REGAL 1997 Buick regals - 1989 and 1997 - the '89 blew a head gasket at 190,000 miles and the '97 after 141,000 miles and cracked both heads - with perfect
004283948 BUICK REGAL 1997 After the dealership performed steering gear bearing recall 03v527000 repairs the steering wheel made a clicking noise . the noise occurred when
004279354 BUICK REGAL 1997 WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL ARM FAILED. A RECALL WAS ISSUED. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *NM
004271962 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer received recall 03v527000 notice regarding rack and pinion failure. vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. dealer replaced
002268731 BUICK REGAL 1997 On 7-6-02, owner had a problem with the steering. however, owner was told by g.m. that because she had previously installed aftermarket parts, they
004263928 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving at any speed steering column vibrated and shook violently. also, when turning left there was a pulling resistance in the steering. *ak
004261507 BUICK REGAL 1997 INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, AND USING THE TURN SIGNAL TO MAKE A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. *AK
003250176 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving on the highway vehicle stalled without warning. when this occurred vehicle lost power steering/brakes, and the automatic door locks
003249445 BUICK REGAL 1997 THE STEERING WHEEL IS HARD TO TURN ON COLD MORNINGS AND MAKES A CLUNCKING SOUND WHEN ON CENTER. *LA
001246247 BUICK REGAL 1997 STEERING RACK LOCKED UP AT 40,000-60,000 MI HAD IT REPLACED AND IT SEEMS TO BE STARTING AGAIN AT 115,000 MI. *LA
003244024 BUICK REGAL 1997 WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE, STEERING LOCKED UP MAKING IT UNABLE TO STEER CAUSING CAR TO HIT CENTER DIVIDER. *LA
003236557 BUICK REGAL 1997 97 BUICK REGAL--LOCKED UP STEERING--SITTING IN MY GARAGE--WAITING TO BE REPAIRED CALLED CARDEALER EST:1,000. TO REPAIR
003236346 BUICK REGAL 1997 1997 BUICK REGAL - POWER STEERING PROBLEM
003235826 BUICK REGAL 1997 THE HVAC UNIT ON MY 1997.5 BUICK REGAL HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND ITS NOW OUT AGAIN.
0000207483 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. the left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal
0000207482 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. the left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal
0000207481 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. the left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal
003201814 BUICK REGAL 1997 Loss of power steering assist when turning to the left. dealer says power steering rack is binding when turned to the left. will have to replace, my
003201150 BUICK REGAL 1997 THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ERRATIC STEERING CONTROL, WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE.*JB
003198106 BUICK REGAL 1997 While traveling on the highway the oil light appear on the dashboard. and with in seconds the vehicle caught on fire. please fill in additional
001189903 BUICK REGAL 1997 The vehicles horn starts to blow on its own. took to a mechanic and they replaced the whole airbag system. september 2002 consumer recieved a recall
001149492 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer was driving 30mph going uphill when airbag deployed without warning. consumer couldnot see what caused a crash, and consumer hit guardrail on
001142253 BUICK REGAL 1997 Transmission was making winding noise as shifting through the gears. dealer said it needed a new transmission. dealer will pay for parts, but
000116869 BUICK REGAL 1997 BRAKES FAILED WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC DUE TO A MELTDOWN. MECHANIC SAID THAT BRAKE LIE MELTED DUE TO ENGINE HEAT. NO WARNING. *AK *ML
002091814 BUICK REGAL 1997 ON-OFF LOSS OF POWER STEERING DURING TURNS. SOMETIMES A STRANGE SHAKE IN STEERING WHEEL AT LOW SPEED WHEN FIRST STARTING TO DRIVE.*AK
001085290 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085289 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085288 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085287 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085286 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001082302 BUICK REGAL 1997 Turned air conditioner on, heard a rattling noise. smoke started to come out of the front - passenger side. stopped the car, opened hood and air
001070062 BUICK REGAL 1997 STEERING RACK LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING RENDERING VEHICLE UNSTABLE WHILE TRAVELING APROX. 35 MPH AND CREATING A POTENTIALLY LETHAL SITUITION.*AK
001067004 BUICK REGAL 1997 My windshield wiper assembly failed during cold weather conditions. i contacted buick customer service about my issue and their response was they
000059422 BUICK REGAL 1997 Tranmission was replaced while car under warranty w/remanufactured transmission which is now needing to be replaced...dealership did not advise it was
000057580 BUICK REGAL 1997 Whooping sound tire blowout/ saw tread in rearview mirror as i was trying to get to the side of the interstate, i had my two children with me at the
000037713 BUICK REGAL 1997 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH IS DEFECTIVE. THIS IS A $600+ REPAIR PER THE DEALER. *AK
0000021988 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer states front tires experienced band separation, causing steering wheel to wobble during low and moderate speeds under 50 mph, the rear tires
0000021987 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer states front tires experienced band separation, causing steering wheel to wobble during low and moderate speeds under 50 mph, the rear tires
000013038 BUICK REGAL 1997 FIRESTONE TIRE (P215/70R15) EXPERIENCED BLOWOUT. *SLC
0000005424 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer has taken vehicle in for service more than 15 times for vibration issues, attempts to cure the problem have included swapping the car's axles
0000005423 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer has taken vehicle in for service more than 15 times for vibration issues, attempts to cure the problem have included swapping the car's axles
999154396 BUICK REGAL 1997 WATER PUMP WENT, CAUSING ANNTI-FREEZE TO LEAK. DEALER HAS REPALCED THE WATER PUMP. *AK
999144991 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving vehicle stalled unexpectedly and lost all power which could have resulted in a crash. dealer replaced power control modul/ crank
997134747 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer experiencing ongoing problem with horn; whenever consumer tries to activate the horn on steering wheel he has a problem pushing the horn to
997131233 BUICK REGAL 1997 The driver's and passenger's sides rear seat belts lock up, belts get very tight, preventing the occupants in the seat to move. consumer has
997129188 BUICK REGAL 1997 When driving the vehicle and the sun is shining there's is a relection that comes off the dashboard, making it hard to see out of the windshield. in
997129187 BUICK REGAL 1997 When driving the vehicle and the sun is shining there's is a relection that comes off the dashboard, making it hard to see out of the windshield. in
997113574 BUICK REGAL 1997 While vehicle was on a medium incline , ignition on and the shift indicator in the drive position, driver took foot off brake pedal and vehicle
997083460 BUICK REGAL 1997 Low speed thumping noise from rear suspension. car returned to dealer, consumer refused to accept vehicle after multiple repair attempts over the
0000078763 BUICK REGAL 1997 Excessive oil consumption, needs to add a quart of oil afer 2000 miles. this is not acceptable. this is an added expense and will not get better. we
998077515 BUICK REGAL 1997 I was assigned this buick regal with 33,000 miles on the odometer. the vehicle has always had a chatter while turning corners. i was informed by the
0000074837 BUICK REGAL 1997 OIL SENDING UNIT.
0000072236 BUICK REGAL 1997 CUP HOLDER FAILED. *YC
997071972 BUICK REGAL 1997 POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. YH
997071971 BUICK REGAL 1997 REAR STABLIZERS FAILED. YH
998071874 BUICK REGAL 1997 FUEL PUMP FAILED. MJS
997071696 BUICK REGAL 1997 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH MALFUNCTION. YH
998071386 BUICK REGAL 1997 POWER STEERING PART REPLACED BECAUSE OF LEAKAGE. YH
998071385 BUICK REGAL 1997 STOP LIGHT FAILED. YH
997045580 BUICK REGAL 1997 0WIPER BLADE ASSEMBLY GEAR STRIPS OUT.
0000043154 BUICK REGAL 1997 PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG STICKS UP ON LEFT SIDE. OIL PAN SEAL LEAKS.
997042221 BUICK REGAL 1997 STEERING WHEEL WOBBLES.
997041068 BUICK REGAL 1997 LOOSE TORSION NUT ON THE POWER STEERING HOSE CAUSED THE POWER STEERING FLUID TO LEAK OUT COMPLETELY.
997040201 BUICK REGAL 1997 HVAC SWITCH AND KNOB FAILED.
997040200 BUICK REGAL 1997 STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ON LEFT HAND TURNS.
003216637 BUICK REGAL 1997 FUEL GAUGE INCORRECTLY REGISTERS EMPTY WHEN TANK IS 1/4 FULL. *AK
003211819 BUICK REGAL 1997 Front passenger seat heater burned black coil patterns though the leather on the seat (beige seat), when discovered the seat was extremely hot to
003211339 BUICK REGAL 1997 Front passenger seat heater burned black coil patterns though the leather on the seat (beige seat), when discovered the seat was extremely hot to
0000207962 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. the left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal
0000207961 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. the left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal
0000207960 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. the left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal
002202350 BUICK REGAL 1997 Steering seemed to lock at near full travel either direction on several occasions, but would "release" with a hard pull back toward center. last
002201877 BUICK REGAL 1997 Steering seemed to lock at near full travel either direction on several occasions, but would "release" with a hard pull back toward center. last
001189914 BUICK REGAL 1997 The vehicles horn starts to blow on its own. took to a mechanic and they replaced the whole airbag system. september 2002 consumer recieved a recall
0000184730 BUICK REGAL 1997 VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF WITHOUT ANY NOTICE AT ANY SPEED. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WASNOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK
002178926 BUICK REGAL 1997 ABS LIGHTS FLASH ,CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. VEHICAL IS BEING INSPECTED.*AK
001154234 BUICK REGAL 1997 While traveling and without any indication vehicle would stall at any speed. *ak consumer states vehicle seems to stall at high and low speeds,
001154227 BUICK REGAL 1997 While traveling and without any indication vehicle would stall at any speed. *ak consumer states vehicle seems to stall at high and low speeds,
001148942 BUICK REGAL 1997 There was a popping noise coming from vehicle. consumer took car to dealer. dealer stated that air conditioner is leaking water onto cradle
001148941 BUICK REGAL 1997 There was a popping noise coming from vehicle. consumer took car to dealer. dealer stated that air conditioner is leaking water onto cradle
001148940 BUICK REGAL 1997 There was a popping noise coming from vehicle. consumer took car to dealer. dealer stated that air conditioner is leaking water onto cradle
001144069 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving about 70 mph engine stalled for second time without a prior warning. taken vehicle to dealer, and dealer found out that cause was
0000132330 BUICK REGAL 1997 Passenger's side airbag console is rising up. manufacturer has issued tsb for defect. *ak the dealer firts installed a cover for the air bag but
000116876 BUICK REGAL 1997 BRAKES FAILED WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC DUE TO A MELTDOWN. MECHANIC SAID THAT BRAKE LIE MELTED DUE TO ENGINE HEAT. NO WARNING. *AK *ML
001085299 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085298 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085297 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085295 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085292 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001085291 BUICK REGAL 1997 Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. most recent failure locked steering
001070069 BUICK REGAL 1997 STEERING RACK LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING RENDERING VEHICLE UNSTABLE WHILE TRAVELING APROX. 35 MPH AND CREATING A POTENTIALLY LETHAL SITUITION.*AK
001067011 BUICK REGAL 1997 My windshield wiper assembly failed during cold weather conditions. i contacted buick customer service about my issue and their response was they
000060326 BUICK REGAL 1997 WATER PUMP REPLACED AT APPROX. 30,000, FRONT TIRES - STEEL BELTS WORE THROUGH. *AK
000060320 BUICK REGAL 1997 WATER PUMP REPLACED AT APPROX. 30,000, FRONT TIRES - STEEL BELTS WORE THROUGH. *AK
000060319 BUICK REGAL 1997 WATER PUMP REPLACED AT APPROX. 30,000, FRONT TIRES - STEEL BELTS WORE THROUGH. *AK
000059429 BUICK REGAL 1997 Tranmission was replaced while car under warranty w/remanufactured transmission which is now needing to be replaced...dealership did not advise it was
000059423 BUICK REGAL 1997 Tranmission was replaced while car under warranty w/remanufactured transmission which is now needing to be replaced...dealership did not advise it was
000046532 BUICK REGAL 1997 NO SUMMARY
000037719 BUICK REGAL 1997 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH IS DEFECTIVE. THIS IS A $600+ REPAIR PER THE DEALER. *AK
999034213 BUICK REGAL 1997 At low speeds (under braking conditions), brakes make loud grinding noise and completely fail to stop the car. abs light, low tracking light and
999034209 BUICK REGAL 1997 At low speeds (under braking conditions), brakes make loud grinding noise and completely fail to stop the car. abs light, low tracking light and
000013042 BUICK REGAL 1997 FIRESTONE TIRE (P215/70R15) EXPERIENCED BLOWOUT. *SLC
000006055 BUICK REGAL 1997 Dealer replaced entire failed hub assembly, consumer started experiencing lurching problems with brakes again, took to another dealer who said the
0000005428 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer has taken vehicle in for service more than 15 times for vibration issues, attempts to cure the problem have included swapping the car's axles
0000005427 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer has taken vehicle in for service more than 15 times for vibration issues, attempts to cure the problem have included swapping the car's axles
999145010 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving vehicle stalled unexpectedly and lost all power which could have resulted in a crash. dealer replaced power control modul/ crank
999144990 BUICK REGAL 1997 While driving vehicle stalled unexpectedly and lost all power which could have resulted in a crash. dealer replaced power control modul/ crank
997134764 BUICK REGAL 1997 Consumer experiencing ongoing problem with horn; whenever consumer tries to activate the horn on steering wheel he has a problem pushing the horn to
0000132323 BUICK REGAL 1997 Passenger's side airbag console is rising up. manufacturer has issued tsb for defect. *ak the dealer firts installed a cover for the air bag but
997131250 BUICK REGAL 1997 The driver's and passenger's sides rear seat belts lock up, belts get very tight, preventing the occupants in the seat to move. consumer has
997129205 BUICK REGAL 1997 When driving the vehicle and the sun is shining there's is a relection that comes off the dashboard, making it hard to see out of the windshield. in
997129204 BUICK REGAL 1997 When driving the vehicle and the sun is shining there's is a relection that comes off the dashboard, making it hard to see out of the windshield. in
0000114110 BUICK REGAL 1997 THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG COVER ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE HAS CAME LOOSE ABOUT A 1/2 INCH FROM DASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK
997113586 BUICK REGAL 1997 While vehicle was on a medium incline , ignition on and the shift indicator in the drive position, driver took foot off brake pedal and vehicle
999086252 BUICK REGAL 1997 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
997083470 BUICK REGAL 1997 Low speed thumping noise from rear suspension. car returned to dealer, consumer refused to accept vehicle after multiple repair attempts over the
0000078771 BUICK REGAL 1997 Excessive oil consumption, needs to add a quart of oil afer 2000 miles. this is not acceptable. this is an added expense and will not get better. we
998077523 BUICK REGAL 1997 I was assigned this buick regal with 33,000 miles on the odometer. the vehicle has always had a chatter while turning corners. i was informed by the
0000074087 BUICK REGAL 1997 WATER LEAK ON LEFT REAR DOOR.
0000074079 BUICK REGAL 1997 WATER LEAK ON LEFT REAR DOOR.
0000074000 BUICK REGAL 1997 THE SIDE MIRRORS BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES SHOULD BE DESIGNED 1/2 INCH LOWER THAN THE PRESENT POSITION FOR BETTER VIEWING. YH
0000072244 BUICK REGAL 1997 CUP HOLDER FAILED. *YC
997071979 BUICK REGAL 1997 POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. YH
997071980 BUICK REGAL 1997 REAR STABLIZERS FAILED. YH
997071704 BUICK REGAL 1997 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH MALFUNCTION. YH
0000071662 BUICK REGAL 1997 RIGHT SIDE SEAT BELT TIGHTENS ON DRIVING. YH
0000071654 BUICK REGAL 1997 RIGHT SIDE SEAT BELT TIGHTENS ON DRIVING. YH
997045588 BUICK REGAL 1997 0WIPER BLADE ASSEMBLY GEAR STRIPS OUT.
997042229 BUICK REGAL 1997 STEERING WHEEL WOBBLES.
997041076 BUICK REGAL 1997 LOOSE TORSION NUT ON THE POWER STEERING HOSE CAUSED THE POWER STEERING FLUID TO LEAK OUT COMPLETELY.

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