The Lemon IndexBuick Regal recalls.
Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2011–2020 Buick Regal, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.
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Every recall 17
1 filed in the last 12 months. A new recall has had the least time to be fixed, so it's the one most likely still open on a used car.
- Suspension · recall issued Feb 2026 · model years 2012–2013 New: most likely still open
The rear suspension toe links may have received improper corrosion protection, which can result in rear toe link fracture.
17,050 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V113000
- Brakes · recall issued Jun 2022 · model years 2018–2020
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.
23,734 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V465000
- Suspension · recall issued Dec 2021 · model years 2012–2013
These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and brea.
- Suspension · recall issued Aug 2021 · model year 2013
These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road de.
32,894 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V633000
- Suspension · recall issued Dec 2020 · model years 2012–2013
These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when.
220,006 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V764000
- Other · recall issued Oct 2019 · model years 2019–2020
The driver or passenger front seat frames may have a lower crossbar that was improperly welded.
- Brakes · recall issued Aug 2018 · model years 2018–2019
The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
210,628 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V576000
- Seat belts · recall issued Apr 2018 · model year 2018
During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.
8,738 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V230000
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- Electrical · recall issued Jul 2016 · model year 2011
The power seat wiring harness may contact the seat frame, causing the wires to chafe.
42,984 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V517000
- Electrical · recall issued Jul 2016 · model year 2011
As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Sta.
8,367 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V502000
- Steering · recall issued Feb 2016 · model year 2016
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
74 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V108000
- Seats · recall issued Jul 2014 · model years 2011–2012
In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
414,333 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V447000
- Steering · recall issued Jul 2014 · model year 2014
Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
106 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V409000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Feb 2014 · model year 2014
In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjuster may disengage from the transmission shift lever.
355 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V092000
- Electrical · recall issued May 2013 · model years 2012–2013
These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly.
42,904 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V173000
- Lights · recall issued Oct 2012 · model years 2011–2013
These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal.
120,426 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 12V484000
- Lights · recall issued Mar 2012 · model year 2012
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK REGAL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 22, 2011, THROUGH FEBRUARY 22, 2012 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STA…
3,633 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 12V093000
Recalls by model year. Campaigns that cover each year.
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What they fix. Campaigns by system.
Is one open on your Regal?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does the Buick Regal have?
17 recall campaigns across model years 2011–2020, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 28.
Which Buick Regal year has the most recalls?
The 2012, with 7 campaigns. 2013: 6, 2011: 4, 2019: 3.
What are most Buick Regal recalls about?
Suspension: 4 of the 17 campaigns. Then electrical (3) and brakes (2).
What is the newest Buick Regal recall?
Suspension, filed Feb 2026 (NHTSA 26V113000): The rear suspension toe links may have received improper corrosion protection, which can result in rear toe link fracture.
What is the biggest Buick Regal recall?
NHTSA 14V447000 (seats, Jul 2014) covers 414,333 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
How do I check if my Buick Regal has an open recall?
Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Buick dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Buick Regal: problems and best years · All Buick recalls · Recall check
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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