2020 BUICK REGAL — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
8
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 BUICK REGAL
The 2020 BUICK REGAL has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM, SEATS. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftimmobilizerproximitykeysender (1 complaint), Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftimmobilizerproximitysensor (1 complaint), and Tires (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 BUICK REGAL
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2020 BUICK REGAL, potentially affecting up to 47,809 vehicles.
Recall 22V465000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
| 23,734 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the EBCM software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at...
View full details →Recall 22V465000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
| 23,734 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the EBCM software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at...
View full details →Recall 19V762000 — SEATS
| 341 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Seats with improper welds may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crossbar welds on the front seats. If the crossbar is improperly welded, the seat back frame will be replaced, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 BUICK REGAL
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 BUICK REGAL. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftimmobilizerproximitykeysender | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftimmobilizerproximitysensor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Proximity door unlock system rarely works goes in and out even with key fob in pocket and within Proximity. I've reported the problem to buick/Chevrolet many times, changed fob batteries and etc with no fix
Proximity door unlock system rarely works goes in and out even with key fob in pocket and within Proximity. I've reported the problem to buick/Chevrolet many times, changed fob batteries and etc with no fix
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Regal GS equipped with Continental ProContact TX Tires, Tire Size: 245/40/R19, DOT Number: 6Y66WBR71819. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the TPMS warning light indicated that the rear driver’s side tire air pressure was low. The tire lost air pressure and became flat. Also, later the front passenger’s side tire developed bubbles and had to be replaced. Within the first 200 miles of driving the vehicle, a dealer employee experienced a blowout of the front passenger’s side tire. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with the tires when it was purchased new. The contact stated that three of the four tires had experienced a failure. The contact was informed that the tire size was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 21T001000 (Tires). The failure mileage was 200.
Safety Rating for the 2020 BUICK REGAL
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 BUICK REGAL in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 BUICK REGAL
General Motors, LLC has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 BUICK REGAL. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
21-NA-245 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing a Shift to Park Message Displayed in DIC.
PI0281J — SUSPENSION
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
PIT5994 — AIR BAGS
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.
PIC6014A — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have the door locks will unlock immediately after auto locking usually at startup or while driving. Technician will need to remove power from the Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If doors no longer unlock unwanted the Sensing and...
PIP5814 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Preliminary information communicates that there some service parts released to dealers missing software.
PIT5698C — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
PIC6418B — LANE DEPARTURE:LANE KEEP:NAVIGATION SYSTEM/SOFTWARE
This Preliminary information communicates steps to perform to determine if the concern relates to a Navigation loading concern that is under engineering investigation.
PIP5704A — EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates a work around when only 11 digit PUN (Part Unique Number) is seen on Service Solenoid Body Assembly.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 BUICK REGAL
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BUICK REGAL
- 2015 BUICK REGAL — 50 complaints
- 2016 BUICK REGAL — 61 complaints
- 2017 BUICK REGAL — 26 complaints
- 2018 BUICK REGAL — 33 complaints
- 2019 BUICK REGAL — 29 complaints
- 2020 BUICK REGAL (current)
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