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2016 BUICK REGAL — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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5/5

★★★★★

Safety Rating

61

Owner Complaints

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

21

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2016 BUICK REGAL

The 2016 BUICK REGAL has received a total of 61 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Steering (10 complaints), Electrical System (6 complaints), and Engine (5 complaints).

Recalls for the 2016 BUICK REGAL

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 BUICK REGAL, potentially affecting up to 74 vehicles.

Recall 16V108000 — STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

| 74 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.

Consequence: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this...

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Owner Complaints for the 2016 BUICK REGAL

61 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 BUICK REGAL. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Steering
Complaints: 10
Electrical System
Complaints: 6
Engine
Complaints: 5
Power Train
Complaints: 5
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 5
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 5
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control
Complaints: 2
Structurebody
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Wheels
Complaints: 2
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 1
Structure
Complaints: 1
Suspension
Complaints: 1
Tires
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11667836 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
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
#11667836 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | N/A miles
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
#11667836 | WHEELS | | N/A miles
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
#11642262 | STEERING | | N/A miles
My steering failed and started pulling left into traffic. It was hard to keep it in my lane. Had to have it towed by AAA. Took to my mechanic and he said it was the electric belt drive rack &pinion steering. He told me there was a recall on it. When I checked I was told that my vin # was not included. I think it should have been because its the same problem.it is not safe to drive.
#11616371 | TIRES | | N/A miles
My tires were Black when I bought them at Wittlins in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin in 2020. They have been continualy turning brown on the outside of tire. Now they are a beige color on the outside of tire. It seems the tires are aging terribly. I complained to Wittlins a few times about tires discoloration and the manager keeps telling me the tires are wearing fine and said discoloration is normal. Maybe a little discoloration but not like this and I do not even live in a warm climate. 235/50R18/SL (Tires)

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Safety Rating for the 2016 BUICK REGAL

The 2016 BUICK REGAL received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Test Category Rating
Overall Rating ★★★★★ (5/5)
Frontal Crash ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Side Crash ★★★★★ (5/5)
Rollover ★★★★☆ (4/5)

Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 BUICK REGAL

General Motors, LLC has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 BUICK REGAL. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

01-08-42-001Q — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.

PIT5994 — POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communication provides information to the technician with diagnostic tips for diagnosing reduced or low engine power with no Driver Information Center messages, that may be caused by an inaccurate brake pedal position sensor.

130310001G — TIRES

This service bulletin provides information on tire cold weather cracking and the proper techniques on taking care of the tires and proper use.

16NA058 — SERVICE BRAKES

This Technical Bulletin provides procedure information to correct a condition of Brake Grinding Noise or grooved rotors.

18NA358 — POWER TRAIN

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the upper and lower valve body housings to correct the customer concern of launch shudder.

18NA246 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to change the oil if excessive fuel has been found in the oil and the cause of the DTC set. Also replacing the PCV valve in camshaft cover and updating the ECM with latest software.

18NA246 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to change the oil if excessive fuel has been found in the oil and the cause of the DTC set. Also replacing the PCV valve in camshaft cover and updating the ECM with latest software.

PIC6073D — STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the Media Oriented Systems Transport Bus Diagnostic Tool Kit (EL-51578) has been released to help diagnose any of the Media Oriented Systems Transport bus concerns. The kit contains header connectors that are installed to bypass Media Oriented Systems Transport bus...

PIC5822D — STRUCTURE:BODY

This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of mildew odor or water on front floor on either side of the vehicle. Technician will gain access to the front wheelhouse of the affected side. The front wheel house flange may have a...

16-NA-338 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers required to contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns.

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 BUICK REGAL

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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