NHTSA Complaint #11667836 — 2016 BUICK REGAL

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11667836
Vehicle	2016 BUICK REGAL
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	April 1, 2025
Date Filed	June 18, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

My Buick stops when driving unknown when it’s a surprise lights and dash go off almost got hit took to mechanics it’s the 2016-17 “throw away motor” ad they call it does not last and gets”metal pieces” to ruin motor and turbo as I have noticed speed issues and dying unexpectedly it’s the regal turbo 2.0 v-6 motor a should be recall I’ve seen online since at mechanic and a large issue why no recall and I’m reporting this ty

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