We found the following complaints for BUICK REGAL (1988)
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Front end frame snapped, causing it to be too much weight on engine and transmission.front cradle bolts broke prior to receiving recall notice 00v189000.however dealer would not fix stating that the frame cradle was broke due to rust (not due to the cradle bolts) and dropped 2 inches causing the steering gear to separate from the steering shaft causing loss of control. Ignition module and coil pack had to be replaced.fuel injectors replaced twice.door hinge replaced twice.
Consumer was driving the vehicle and the engine cut off caused the consumer to have a near accident.tt
Consumer was driving the vehicle and the engine cut off caused the consumer to have a near accident.tt
Computer failed.
Key in the ignition swtich would not startvehicle.key would keep on turning. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
- the contact owns a 1988 buick regal which she purchased recently.the odometer on the vehicle did not work.the contact claimed that the dealer did notinspect the vehicles before they sold them.they repaired the rear brakes, and the driver's side front brakes, but the brakeswere still not operating properly.the vehicle could not pass an inspection, and now the vehicle did not start.the mechanic believed that the failure may be in the fuel filter, fuel pump or something else.the vehicle would turn over, but would not start.when she tried to turn on the ignition she could smell gas fumes.the wiring was cut by the previous owner and the power locks did not work.the dealer refused to give the contact the receipt for parts purchased to repair the brakes, and refused to make any further repairs on the vehicle.the current and failure mileage were 155,925 .
While driving enginemounts broke, causing the engine and transmission to fall. Consumer could no longer control steering. The dealer has been contacted.
Oil pan gasket failed.
One of the rear cradle boltsbroke off. And if the other break, the engine and transmission will drop. Front cradle bolts have broken and been repaired.
Motor mounts failed, causing accident, recall item #b97016-s.
The passenger side power window didn't work when driving down a hill applied the brake car vibrate look at the rear brake and it was corroded .tt
Oil was leaking from the vehicle due to faulty crankshaft.nlm
Oil pan gasket is not supported enough/loose.yh
Due to the corrosion, cradle bolts broke/loose from their retainers and caused steering wheel to failed.
Vehicle stalled;upon restarting, vehicle caught on fire.
Egr valve/map unit failed.
The car fell off the jack bending the latter in the process and damaging it beyond repair.
Brake light in rear window holds to much moisture.yh
Cruise control engaged suddenly after the brakes were released. Also brake lights malfunctioned.
Would have no rear signal light unless the signal switch is held in a certain way and position. This would also effect the brake lights. Transmission fails to show proper gear while driving. When driving approximately 60 mph or more, the gear shows it's in reverse instead of the drive position.
Brake light switch contacts burnt. *dsh
Would have no rear signal light unless the signal switch is held in a certain way and position. This would also effect the brake lights. Transmission fails to show proper gear while driving. When driving approximately 60 mph or more, the gear shows it's in reverse instead of the drive position.
- the contact owns a 1988 buick regal which she purchased recently.the odometer on the vehicle did not work.the contact claimed that the dealer did notinspect the vehicles before they sold them.they repaired the rear brakes, and the driver's side front brakes, but the brakeswere still not operating properly.the vehicle could not pass an inspection, and now the vehicle did not start.the mechanic believed that the failure may be in the fuel filter, fuel pump or something else.the vehicle would turn over, but would not start.when she tried to turn on the ignition she could smell gas fumes.the wiring was cut by the previous owner and the power locks did not work.the dealer refused to give the contact the receipt for parts purchased to repair the brakes, and refused to make any further repairs on the vehicle.the current and failure mileage were 155,925 .
Fuel pump failed.*skd
Front end frame snapped, causing it to be too much weight on engine and transmission.front cradle bolts broke prior to receiving recall notice 00v189000.however dealer would not fix stating that the frame cradle was broke due to rust (not due to the cradle bolts) and dropped 2 inches causing the steering gear to separate from the steering shaft causing loss of control. Ignition module and coil pack had to be replaced.fuel injectors replaced twice.door hinge replaced twice.
Fuel gauge failure.
Odometer and fuel gauge malfunctioned.
Gas guage failed, giving inaccurate reading.
Gas gauge reading inaccurate.
- the contact owns a 1988 buick regal which she purchased recently.the odometer on the vehicle did not work.the contact claimed that the dealer did notinspect the vehicles before they sold them.they repaired the rear brakes, and the driver's side front brakes, but the brakeswere still not operating properly.the vehicle could not pass an inspection, and now the vehicle did not start.the mechanic believed that the failure may be in the fuel filter, fuel pump or something else.the vehicle would turn over, but would not start.when she tried to turn on the ignition she could smell gas fumes.the wiring was cut by the previous owner and the power locks did not work.the dealer refused to give the contact the receipt for parts purchased to repair the brakes, and refused to make any further repairs on the vehicle.the current and failure mileage were 155,925 .
Brake release cable and handle are weak.yh
Odometer and fuel gauge malfunctioned.
Vehicle experiences transmission problems.
Noisy transmission.
Neutral switch failed.
The transmission failed within 3 months of ownership. The cause has yet to be determined.please provide any additional information. *nlm
Would have no rear signal light unless the signal switch is held in a certain way and position. This would also effect the brake lights. Transmission fails to show proper gear while driving. When driving approximately 60 mph or more, the gear shows it's in reverse instead of the drive position.
Noisy transmission.
Vehicle shift indicator showed park however vehicle backed up pinned consumer between door of the vehicle and garage wall resulting in injuries.
The gauge indicator showed that the vehicle was in park when it was actually in reverse. The driver put vehicle into park, got out with engine running,and the vehicle backed up and pinned driver against the door and the wall of garage.
Driveshaft would thump or jerk when engaged.dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Shift indicator shows reverse, but show park, shows neutral and indicator needle points to reverse, resulting in a rollaway and hitting the owner, causing injuries.
Vehicle was in a collisionand the seat belt did not hold the driver,driver hit the steering wheel..
Seat belt buckle cracked, tape is holding it together.tt
Seat belt buckles broken, causing excessive physical effort to buckle them. *dsh
Replaced all 4 steel wheels due to cracks.
Replaced front shoulder guide loop attachment nuts.
Driver and passenger seat belts come over neck area instead of chest, needs to redesigned for shorter adults.tt
The contact owns a 1988 buick regal.while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle struck a guardrail and was destroyed.the contact sustained neck injuries and a police report was filed.she thought the vehicle had antilock brakes, but realized it did not after the crash occurred.the contact stated that the manufacturer should have a permanent label to indicate that the vehicle has antilock brakes since it is an optional feature.she further stated that it could cause numerous fatal crashes because the brakes have to be applied a certain way depending on the antilock brake system.the dealer informed her that she had antilock brakes.the vin was unknown.the failure mileage was 60,000.
Ltr on behalf of elle kelly (nj) concerned that some 1988-1993 chevrolet lumina, buick regal pontiac grand prix, oldsmobile cutlass vehicles with defective brakes were still on the road. *mr *scc
Under normal weather conditions when the brakes were applied, brake pedal to the floor,the brakes resisted, causing the vehicle to keep on going. The dealer was not able to locate the problem.
When applying brakes car stops on the front 2 wheels only. The rear wheels keep going. Dealer rebuilt rear calipers twice, but problem keeps reoccurring.original and replacement parts keep failing, mechanic said it is a design problem. *ml
Vehicle accelerates from sitting at a stop light or sign with foot pressing the brake pedal when engaging in drive position, almost ran over the owner.tt
Vehicle accelerates from sitting at a stop light or sign with foot pressing the brake pedal when engaging in drive position, almost ran over the owner.tt
Brakes constantly wear down.tt
Rear brakes failed. Yh
The front and rear brake was corroded.tt
While driving, experienced rear disc brake failure, when upon applying brake, pedal went to floor, no prior warning.tt
Rear brakes don't contact disc w/rust entirely covering system. New disc and rotors are necessary with pressure put onto front brakes. Please desccribe details.
Brake pads and rotors are too close together, causing premature wearing, andbrakes to lock.please give any further details.
Corroded disc brakes, causing excessive wear of front brakes.tt
The rear disc brakes are corroded.they have had to be replaced because they have locked up and froze on one complete side. Please describe.tt
- the contact owns a 1988 buick regal which she purchased recently.the odometer on the vehicle did not work.the contact claimed that the dealer did notinspect the vehicles before they sold them.they repaired the rear brakes, and the driver's side front brakes, but the brakeswere still not operating properly.the vehicle could not pass an inspection, and now the vehicle did not start.the mechanic believed that the failure may be in the fuel filter, fuel pump or something else.the vehicle would turn over, but would not start.when she tried to turn on the ignition she could smell gas fumes.the wiring was cut by the previous owner and the power locks did not work.the dealer refused to give the contact the receipt for parts purchased to repair the brakes, and refused to make any further repairs on the vehicle.the current and failure mileage were 155,925 .
Vehicles braking system have to constantly have rotors and pads fixed every month.tt
Front brakes locks up when applied; brakes drag; replaced 3 times within 2 years.tt
Corroded rear disc brakes, replaced twice.tt
Rear brakes corroded/calipers rusted/rotors warped, pe94-038 active.tt
The rear disc brake corroded.tt
Failure on the rear disc brakes corroded rear disc brake pe94-063.
Front brakes replaced.
Warped front/rear pads and rotors, causing vibration when braking..
Experience corrosion of rear brakes drags when brakes are applied, replacement parts calipers and disc pads and drums, and rotors repaired 8 times, pe94-063.
Experienced problem with rear disc rotors/pads/calipers, in for repair corrosion of calipers, pe94-063 active.tt
Corroded disc brakes causing, reduction in braking ability. Repaired 3 times. Please describe details.tt
Rear brake problems may be caused by rear disc corrosion.tt
Corroded rear brake calipers, excessive wear of front brakes.tt
When applying brakes car stops on the front 2 wheels only. The rear wheels keep going. Dealer rebuilt rear calipers twice, but problem keeps reoccurring.original and replacement parts keep failing, mechanic said it is a design problem. *ml
Calipers pistons stuck. *sd
The front brake was replaced seven and four on the rear and had rotor and cailper replaced.tt
Premature wear of front brake pads, causing vibration; also, front brkes warped caused by overheating and calipers failed.
Pe94-063 active, brake failure corrosion of the rear disc brakes in for rear sliders, pads replace, calipers.tt
The rear calipers are corroded and it causes the front brakes only to stop the car which increases stopping distances. Please describe.
The brake caliper don't have slider.tt
Rear brake caliper closed up on pads notice metal to metal sound. Heat destroyed rotors on drivers side.tt
Brake calipers failed.
Corroded rear brakes, calipers are rusted.tt
Rear brake calipers/rotors rusted, causing premature tire wear.*aw
Rear brake caliper pins/sleeves froze,causing brake failure. Tt
Ea94-041 active, corrosion of rear disc brakes, causing lock up of rear brakes, replacement of calipers and rear brake pads.tt
Left rear caliper froze, causing premature wear on rear rotors and pads.
The car has disc brakes and the calipers and rotors keep failing and the brakes do not stop the car and has caused two accidents. Please describe.tt
Brake calipers keep failing prematurley , calipiers will only last 1 year. Do not last through winter, possible due to poor quality. Please provide further information.
Brake calipers/pins/bushings/pads replaced.
Rear calipers failed due to locked up caliper slide. *dsh
Replacement of rear calipers due to rust, resulting in lockup.tt
Rear calipers locked up, leaked and/or corroded, resulting in brake failure.
The front and rear brakes constantly go out and do not stop the car. The owner has replaced them every 15 months. He has to change the calipers and rotors also.
Rear calipers failed since purchasing the vehicle. Yh
While driving could here a grinding noise, and smoke coming out back near caliper.
Rear brake calipers/rotors failed due to corrosion.*skd
Rear barke caliper freezes up, and then the rotor corroded, resulting in stopping problem, replace caliper/rotors/slider in calipers about 3 times.tt
The consumer has been experiencing problems withrear brakes. Caliper assembly freezes up, which causes the rotors to rust.the defects are described in investigation numbers 1555ea94041 and 2823pe94063.
Brake pads/calipers replaced.
All four brake calipers replaced. *sd
Brake rotors and pads failed. Yh
Premature wear of front brake pads, causing vibration; also, front brkes warped caused by overheating and calipers failed.
Ea94-041 active, corrosion of rear disc brakes, causing lock up of rear brakes, replacement of calipers and rear brake pads.tt
Rear brake pads replaced due to rust.*skd
Corroded rear disc brakes, dragging of pads, making loud noise when braking.tt
Brake pads/calipers replaced.
Replaced rear brake pads due to lining material separating from metal backing.
Pe94-063 active, brake failure corrosion of the rear disc brakes in for rear sliders, pads replace, calipers.tt
Front brake pads/rotors replaced.
Brake rotors/pads/calipers replaced.*skd
The front and rear brakes constantly go out and do not stop the car. The owner has replaced them every 15 months. He has to change the calipers and rotors also.
Rotors resurfaced.
Brakes pulsate/rotors replaced.*sd
Premature wear of front brake pads, causing vibration; also, front brkes warped caused by overheating and calipers failed.
Rotors warped/rusted. *sd
The car has disc brakes and the calipers and rotors keep failing and the brakes do not stop the car and has caused two accidents. Please describe.tt
Rear barke caliper freezes up, and then the rotor corroded, resulting in stopping problem, replace caliper/rotors/slider in calipers about 3 times.tt
Rear brakes frozen due torust.*skd
Had brake lining change found that rotors and disc brakes were completely rusted.tt
The front brake was replaced seven and four on the rear and had rotor and cailper replaced.tt
Brake rotors and pads failed. Yh
Rear brake assembly hangs up. Explain in more detail.tt
- the contact owns a 1988 buick regal which she purchased recently.the odometer on the vehicle did not work.the contact claimed that the dealer did notinspect the vehicles before they sold them.they repaired the rear brakes, and the driver's side front brakes, but the brakeswere still not operating properly.the vehicle could not pass an inspection, and now the vehicle did not start.the mechanic believed that the failure may be in the fuel filter, fuel pump or something else.the vehicle would turn over, but would not start.when she tried to turn on the ignition she could smell gas fumes.the wiring was cut by the previous owner and the power locks did not work.the dealer refused to give the contact the receipt for parts purchased to repair the brakes, and refused to make any further repairs on the vehicle.the current and failure mileage were 155,925 .
The suspension don't ride right and the rear brake are corroded.tt
Rear brake corrosion failure. Please explain.tt
Rear brake system corroded.*skd
Experience corrosion of rear brakes drags when brakes are applied, replacement parts calipers and disc pads and drums, and rotors repaired 8 times, pe94-063.
The front and rear brake was corroded.tt
Noisy rear brakes after three repairs.*aw
Rear brakes failed, causing excessive wear to front brakes. *dsh
The passenger side power window didn't work when driving down a hill applied the brake car vibrate look at the rear brake and it was corroded .tt
Rear brakes rusted/stick.
Brakes continued to fail resulting in vehicle collision, due to failure of the vaccum intake manifold to the compressor.
Power booster failed, causing accident, resulting in injury and death.
When trying to turn off the ignition, the vehicle keeps running and will not shut off.replaced steering column shaft once.
Engine almost fell out of vehicle because of carriage bolts pulling through. Vehicle lost steering power and went into a ditch to avoid an accident.
Dealer does not want to fix recall, is unaware of problem, did not even try to verify if it was really a recall. Consumer took vehicle to coker buick jeep eagle 903-793-4623.
Front end frame snapped, causing it to be too much weight on engine and transmission.front cradle bolts broke prior to receiving recall notice 00v189000.however dealer would not fix stating that the frame cradle was broke due to rust (not due to the cradle bolts) and dropped 2 inches causing the steering gear to separate from the steering shaft causing loss of control. Ignition module and coil pack had to be replaced.fuel injectors replaced twice.door hinge replaced twice.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall (00v-189) component prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *mjs
Recall 00v189000/ manufacturer's recall 00061/65. Contacted dealer.dealer stated cannot perform recall, and will get back in touch. Consumer heard nothing.
Cradle bolts failed prior to recall notice 00v-189 causing loss of control and and accident.nlm
Faulty cradle bolts cause noise when the consumer put the vehicle into gear and when going around corners, the recall 00v-189 was received by the consumer but has not been repaired.nlm
Headliner came off. (2nd vehicle on 601895)
Driver's side door hinges are corroded (rusted) and passenger's side can't open because of the rust .
Front end frame snapped, causing it to be too much weight on engine and transmission.front cradle bolts broke prior to receiving recall notice 00v189000.however dealer would not fix stating that the frame cradle was broke due to rust (not due to the cradle bolts) and dropped 2 inches causing the steering gear to separate from the steering shaft causing loss of control. Ignition module and coil pack had to be replaced.fuel injectors replaced twice.door hinge replaced twice.
The contact owns a 1988 buick regal.the vehicle was taken to be inspected and the contact was informed that the rear frame was rotted.she was further informed not to drive the vehicle.the current and failure mileages were 49,600.
Ft bolts pulled through subframe (engine cradle) letting engine fall to pavement and seperating steering shaftcausing total loss of steering
Engine almost fell out of vehicle because of carriage bolts pulling through. Vehicle lost steering power and went into a ditch to avoid an accident.
Mounts rusted, engine and frame are hanging out from under vehicle.
While driving about 25-30 mph, front cradle boltsgave way, causing the engine to drop and loss of control. The rear cradle bolts were replaced under recall # 97v05800 on july 1, 1997. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. The vehicle has not been repaired.*ml
Recall work scheduled for rear cradle bolts, however before repair work rear and front cradle bolts failed resulting in extensive damage to vehicle work denied due to front cradle bolts not included in recall notice.
While driving the frame separated from the vehicledue to rust, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.the dealer and manufacturerhave been notified.
While driving 35 mph, the front cradle frame dropped. The consumer managed to pullover and had the vehicle towed. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide more information.
Consumer received recall97v058000 concerning cradle bolts.while pulling out of a parking lot at 5 mph vehicle suddenly lost steering control. Vehicle was towed to a repair shop, andmechanic determined that the vehicle lost cradle bolt support. Consumer contacted the dealer, who informed consumer that the vehicle was no longer covered under that recall.
Consumer has received recall notice #b97016-s, which refers to the rear cradle bolts pulling through the retainers, causing insufficient support and separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear. Consumer had this problem to occur on with the rear bolt, feels recall should be on all bolts.
There is noise coming from underneath vehicle, a sqeaking and thumping noise.
The right rear strut arm detached from the body of car due to corrosion of the frame parts it was attached to.*jg
The right rear strut arm detached from the body of car due to corrosion of the frame parts it was attached to.*jg
The suspension don't ride right and the rear brake are corroded.tt
Goodyear tires worn prematurely.*skd
Firestone tires failed, 3 separated 1blew out.
While driving the right front tire blewout damaging the fender well and suspension, it appears that the tread came off causing the tire to fail (cooper trendsetter tire 205.70.14 with only 1000 miles.nlm
While driving the right front tire blewout damaging the fender well and suspension, it appears that the tread came off causing the tire to fail (cooper trendsetter tire 205.70.14 with only 1000 miles.nlm
Pe00 020;consumerwas traveling about 20mphand vehicle felt like it was to gettingaway from him. Also,steering wheel jerked.right front tires blewout. They were firestone#p, 21570r15.he called firestone.
Vehicle accelerated rapidly and suddenly in reverse conditions, causing the vehicle to run into garage, resulting in loss ofcontrol.
Cruise control engaged suddenly after the brakes were released. Also brake lights malfunctioned.
Upon starting vehicle suddenly accelerated, hitting two parked cars and a wall before stoppingwith the engine still racing, cause unknown.please give any further details.
Consumer went to put his key inignition switch to warm up car. Upon gettinginside ofvehicle and puttingcar in drive, vehicle took off and went into two parked cars/ into a wall.all this timedriver's foot was on the brakes and vehicle was in drive.
Heater failed twice. *dsh
Power window inoperative.
Driver's side does not pull in far enough for good visibility.yh
The gasket around the windsheild was put in wrong which lets water seep in and the rust the frame; it expands and cracks the windsheild. Please describe.
Recall related 94v041001, while driving passenger side wheel separated, never received the recall notice.
Dealer does not want to fix recall, is unaware of problem, did not even try to verify if it was really a recall. Consumer took vehicle to coker buick jeep eagle 903-793-4623.
Received recall on tire #94v041002 consumer already had that problem .tt
The steel plateconnecting the wheel to the studs separated, almost causing a fatal accident.
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