We found the following complaints for BUICK REGAL (1996)
Read complaints for BUICK REGAL (1996)
While driving air bag light will come on unexpectedly.dealerdid not know what could be causing the light to come on.this happens quite often making the driver nervous.
The air bag deployed without impact while driving at 35 mph.the dealer notified. Prior to the incident, the air bag light had come on.the consumer had gone to two separate service dealers who suggested that it was okay to drive the vehicle until the repairs could be made.the consumer was told that the module coil and wire needed to be replaced along with the entire air bag assembly. The air bag deployed while the consumer was driving and caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle. *scc
The air bag deployed when i started the car.other than the shock of what happened , i only sustained a scratch on my face as a result of the deployment. The dealer want to charge $800 to repair the air bag which seems unfair due to the apparent defect of the air bag system. I reported this incident after seeing action # ea99-026 with a suject of " inadvertent air bag deployment" in your monthly defect investigation report thinking this incident may be related?thanks.
When turning steering wheel, in any direction,there's a "rubbing" noise from within steering column.mechanic diagnosedthe clockspring was rubbing against some internal wires and if the wires short the air bag may deploy without warning. Ph
Air bag light on instrument panel on. Carried to have checked. Problem located with a module on the drivers side. Carried to someone else to check. Replaced coil, but that didn't correct the problem. Tried to order another part for the air bag. Part was on backorder due to a recall of 1995 buick regal. The same part required to fix my problem with same product code is the same product that has been recalled for the 1995 buick regal. Why hasn't the 1996 buick regal airbag problem been recalled. I have talked to buick air bag hotline. They say it could be a while to get the part because of the recall. Why hasn't the airbag for my car been recalled yet or will it? i see where nhtsa is investigating this already. Action #ea99026 for the 1996 buick regal. Campaign # 00v171000.i wanted to report the problem with my car to further aid in a possible recall. Thank you.
Dual airbags did not deploy upon front end impact, driver lost control, hit telephone pole, speed 25 mph.
On july 17, 2019 at 8:40am, i got into my car in my driveway. I turned the key in the ignition and the airbag exploded. (the car was not started.) the airbag sounded like a shotgun being fired and a powder like substance immediately filled the car. The airbag itself hit me in the abdominal area. I found the door handle, opened the door, and rolled out of the car onto the ground. At this time, i yelled for my son. My son picked me up off the ground and called an ambulance due to me being in a severe amount of pain and in shock. I was taken to the hospital via ambulance and observed for the remainder of the day. I had several follow-up appointments that continue to this day. Insurance came to look at car, filled out paperwork, and said they were going to total the vehicle. The car has not been moved since this incident.
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal. The contact stated that as the vehicle was started, the air bags deployed erroneously. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was 55,035.
While driving at 55 mph vehicle swerved to miss a deer andconsumer lost control ofvehicle. Vehicle broke through a guard rail and down an embankment.then, it flipped twice before coming to a rest.bothfront seat belts broke, and front air bagsfailed to deploy.consumer sustainedfacial bruising/abrasions, and a broken nose.
While driving 55 mph, the driver slammed on the brakes after seeing a deer on the road.the vehicle had gone off the road and rolled over into a ditch.both of the front seat belts failed and the front air bags did not deploy.the passenger's nose was broken and an artery was punctured in this right eye.*scc
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal.after inserting the key into the ignition, the driver's side frontal air bag spontaneously deployed without an impact or crash.he is in the process of notifying the dealer to determine the cause of the failure.the failure and current mileages were 157,000.
When the driver put the key in the ignition, the air bag deployed. The driver sustained minor facial burns and bruises and was taken to the hospital emergency room.a buick engineer determined there was a defect in the air bag, but could not determine what caused air bag deployment.
Vehicle was involved in a collision at 30mph.upon impact,seat belts did not retract, and the airbags did not deploy.driver received a broken breast bone.*yd
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph, wen the front driver side air bag deployed inadvertently without impact to the vehicle. The contact sustained abrasions to the left forearm. The vehicle was driven with caution to his residence. The contact was in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 182,000. Updated10/20/10 updated 10/26/10
Design of vehicle is such that shorter people are in danger of injury from being too close to air bag when it inflates. *dsh
In an accident between 40-60 mph, 12:00 position, car hit gaurdrail and driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy. Driver sustained a broken rib and otherinjuries.
Consumer experienced air bag deployment while backingout the vehicle. Horn started to sound off, and suddenly the driver's air bag deployed for unkown reason. Dealer/mfr. Notified.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal side collision. Uopn impact, airbags did not deploy, resulting in major injuries.manufacturerhas been notified.
Dual airbags did not deploy upon front end impact, driver lost control, hit telephone pole, speed 25 mph.
Consumer states as a result of an accident the driver's side air bag did not deploy. Please provide further details.
On january 21, 2006 at 7:10 am, while i was driving on u.s. 1, a busy street during rush-hour traffic, my driver side air bag deployed. There was no crash involved nor did my car come into any contact with any object. I didn't even apply the brakes. There was absolutely no reason for the air bag to deploy.when the air bag deployed, it hit me in the face and burned my hand. For about five to seven seconds i did not know what had happened. It was like i heard an explosion and then whoosh, the whole bag was in my face. I was cruising in the middle lane of light traffic, and fortunately, was able to stop, then pull over out of traffic to find out what happened. I then called my local buick dealer and complained to service writer "paul." he told me to get my car to him at my cost next tuesday, and he wanted to charge me for diagnostic. This means ihave to pay for something that was buick's fault -- investigating a defective product. I do not believe this is acceptable customer service.
Consumercranked the engine and driver's side airbag deployed. Vehicle did not have any contact with any object. Airbag explosion caused minor injuries to consumer.
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal. The contact stated that the brake and abs warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent facility for diagnostic testing and failure codes: c1265 (rear abs motor circuit shorted to ground) and c1286 (ebcm/ebtcm failed to illuminate the red brake warning indicator) were located. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (don brown chevrolet, 2244 s kings highway blvd, st. Louis, mo 63110, (314) 282-7887) where it was determined that the codes indicated that there was a rear motor short to the ground and the electric brake control module activated the brake warning indicators. Further diagnostic testing would be performed by the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Failure of both brake lights and turn signals.emergency flashers operate so bulbs and wiring are ok.fuses checked.not repaired yet but was told it probably is a switch/component in the steering column.
Vehicle caught on fire. Rear end of vehicle was incinerated. Cause unknown.the automotive specialistshave determined the origion of the fire was electrical or electric trunk release or trank light assembly failure.
When trying to start the vehicle, there was an explosion and the vehicle caught fire.the fire was put out by the consumer, however, it was nearly destroyed.
The vehicle caught on fire while parked, the fire department stated the fire was caused by an electrical short.
Car all recalled 6/96.complained to dealer and gm.they said shorted ignition wires are normal.
While driving at any speed, the vehicle would intermittently stall.just before the vehicle stalled, the checkengine and battery lighthad come on.the vehicle had been to the dealerthree times for this problem, but the dealer was unable to resolve the problem.the stalling would also occur when making left turns. *sc
After turning the ignition to start the vehicle there was an explosion, the engine was on fire.the fire department was called, and the fire was extinguished.this vehicle was not included in the intake manifold nhtsa recall 96v116000.the egr valve was inoperative and on another occasion the vehicle had to be jump started. *sc
Alternator went dead, just burnt out, and made the battery go dead and not charged. Dealer contacted and stated the problem is normal. Also, not under warranty.
Car all recalled 6/96.complained to dealer and gm.they said shorted ignition wires are normal.
Vehicle stalled intermittently while driving 30-40 mph, and the wiring connected to the horn overheated and become inoperative. Dealer was not contacted.
Whenvehicle is parked over night horn is inoperable until after vehicle has completely warmed up, cause unknown.please give any further details.
While making right turns the vehicle expeiences a loss of power.
Spark plug wires failed. Yh
While driving on the highway vehicle lost power and the lightswent out.then, vehicle will continued to drive without beingrestarted.dealer attempted to repair the problem ,but the problem recurred.
Ignition failure.
When ignition was turned on the consumer noticed a burning smell.
Consumer state after sticking key in the ignition switch without out any indication vehicle air bag deploys. Dealer has been contacted. Please further information. Ts
It is not easy to put the ignition key in the ignition switch,because the ignition switch is hidden by part of the wheel.
Vehicle stalled intermittently while driving 30-40 mph, and the wiring connected to the horn overheated and become inoperative. Dealer was not contacted.
Driver's power seat burned, includingbottom and back due to a fire. Dealer contacted, and stated the wiring harness was at fault. No repairs have been made, warranty still effective.
When at a stop and without warning vehicle caught fire under the hood.
Burning smell, and smoke comes from under the hood of the car when ever the heat is being used. Or i havetraveled over 50 miles.a rattling sound comes from the steering wheel or steering column when ever i make a turn.the sun roof just hums when ever the switch is pushed to open or close it, it doesn't work at all. (cannot open sun roof).
Harness assembly replaced.
Car all recalled 6/96.complained to dealer and gm.they said shorted ignition wires are normal.
Brake lights failed to work when head lights are on.
Chip in the on board computer failed.
While merging onto the freeway, i was taking my car to be smogged. At speed, i noticed a little white puff of smoke emit from the right side of the engine bay. As i proceeded to start moving to the shoulder, this puff had turned into a gray plume. As i finally reached the shoulder, the entire front of the engine bay was billowing black smoke. As i tried to stop, the brake pedal went to the floor, so it seemed the fire had burnt through a brake line. I managed to engage the emergency brake slowly and managed to stop on the shoulder. Opening the hood, i found a small fire burning at the rear of the engine, but in front of the firewall. I had nothing with me, so i called the fire department and it was extinguished. However, by the time they got there, the entire engine compartment was totaled beyond extensive repair.
My car started to not start after being driven and shortly after did not want to start in a simple idle. Somehow fuel has been getting trapped in a pressurized line and i'm having to release the fuel out. Oil leaked into the spark plugs caused a pilot flame. I have read multiple accounts of this happening to that specific make and year as well a few of the other 90 models. Every account says it is a flaw in the engine and fuel system.
I bought a used car in boardman, ohio area and i now have a 1490.00 repair bill after salesman told me it was checked out. They replaced a burned out bulb with another burned out bulb which i can prove. I need help to stop this practice.
Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the costranging from $700.00 to $1200.00.also the motor mounts need to be replaced. Tape player does not eject tape properly, been a problem since i got the car.brakes - have had complete brakes replaced.have been told buick regals are bad on brakes.air conditionung cooling coil in front of raditor has developed a leak.estimated cost to repair is $400.00.have not taken it to dealer.i got the car used in 1997 with about 72500 miles on it.
Anti freeze leaked inside the engine due to faulty intake manifold gaskets which were made of plastic. This happened frequently, even after antifreeze was refilled.fumes from the antifreeze oil mixture were entering the cabin of the vehicle from the engine.
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal.the contact noticed that the vehicle sporadically experienced a no-start condition.there was also a backfire that occurred when the vehicle was started.the upper intake manifold failed prior to the upper intake manifold.the dealer stated that his vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 96v116000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system).the contact would not assume responsibility for the repair.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure and current mileages were 78,117.updated 02/05/09.*ljcoolant was found in the oil when repairs were made on the manifold. Updated 02/10/09.
Vehicle had a defective water pump, oil pan, and engine's emission control. *la the engine light had come on and there was a noise when turning corners.the consumer requested reimbursement. *sc
Car broke down 2 days after i bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop.they kept the car for two days to fix it and i received it back.the next morning, the engine light was on, and it continues to be on, dan nelson network refuses to take the car back, and expects full payments on a vehicle that does not run properly
Vehicle back fire through the intake and smoke rolls out from under the hood when trying to start the vehicle, normally start good after sitting over night, but go to start it again it will back fire or the engine idle is very erratic before it will smooth out. I replace spark plug, spark plug wires, cam sensor, pcv valve, fuel filter check battery connection.
While driving 35 mph white smoke emitted from under the hood. The consumer was informed that coolant was in the engine oil and blew out a head gasket. The engine was not cover under the manufacturers recall. Please provide any further information.
Buick regal 1996.engine and engine cooling:cooling system hortly after just 72,000 miles, a leak developed near the upper intake manifold, causing excessive coolant loss (up to 1 gallon per week).i believe this to be a saftey hazard resulting from a design flaw. The owner's manual includes several warnings that coolant contains ethylene glycol that will burn if it comes in contact with hot engine parts. I am also concerned this problem may have caused engine damage that will manifest itself later. I believe gm should address this as a safety hazard before someone is killed or seiously injured by an engine fire.thank you.djs
The engine was not running properly which caused a crack in upper intake manifold forcing excessive coolant into the top end of the engine and upper combustion chamber.this is an on-going problem with the 1996 buick regal.this could have resulted in a fire as indicated by the previous recall notice for the same problem. As a result of this incident, the following service was required:repair electrical failure, clean excessive coolant from upper combustion chambers, remove coolant from top end of engine, replace upper intake assemble and manifold, replace spark plugs, perform injector service, replace the pcv valve, oil and oil filter.although i have an extended warranty, i was still charged $557.17 for the repair.due to the numerous service bulletins, consumer complaints, and previous recall notice for the same situation, this defect should have been detected on march 7, 2002.at that time, i had the routine 60,000 mile service performed even though the car only had 50,480 miles.the total cost for the routine service was $807.00. For these reasons, i should be entitled to a reimbursement of the $557.01 charge.if needed, i will be more than happy to forward a copy of my service records for your review.additionally, i am concerned this recent event has caused damage to the engine and will have long term effects on engine performance requiring additional maintenance.it??s hard to believe this did not cause damage to the valves and/or lifters. Once the extended warranty expires, i will no longer have financial protection for repairs resulting from faulty manufacturing.i hope this safety hazard is resolved before someone is killed by an engine fire.thank you for your assistance in this matter. *nlm
On engine start, loud explosion in engine compartment. Inspection reveled engine cover broken, upper intake manifold (plenum) split in two pieces. Smell of gas, broken vacuumand fuel lines.must replace upper intake manifold, fuel rail, 2 injectors, various lines.old parts are available.
Plastic connection hose ofoil filter tomanifold on motor blockbroke off.consumer tookvehicle intodealer, and they fixed the hose.
Broken valve spring in the engine.
While driving at any speed, the vehicle would intermittently stall.just before the vehicle stalled, the checkengine and battery lighthad come on.the vehicle had been to the dealerthree times for this problem, but the dealer was unable to resolve the problem.the stalling would also occur when making left turns. *sc
Loud ticking noise at startup:camshaft and lifters failed.
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal.the contact's vehicle caught fire after being parked for approximately fifteen minutes. The current and failure mileages were 186,000.updated 02-01-08.updated 02/19/10. *ljupdated 09/2810
Engine failed going uphill, valve failure, repairman says normal with type of buick.buick knows engine is bad, recalled other engine model for this year.
Bolt in oil pan has stripped and separated fromoil pan. Entire unit has to be replaced.
After having reported a steady burning "engine check light" to the dealer, approximately two weeks prior to engine problem and upon being advised to be sure to tighten gas cap to create the proper vacuum, the light went out and the car ran like a top.upon stopping at the store and hearing a little chug, the engine then rattled, etc. And had no power on start-up and was towed to dealer. The dealer found a broken valve spring in the engine. Much to our consternation when we thought we had purchased a 100,000 mile virtually maintenance free engine, there seems to be no explanation for this occurrence and we wonder if:(1) others have complained of such a problem, (2) this is a defect in the original equipment, and (3) this might be a dealer defect to be corrected by the dealer.
While driving 40 mph vehicle stalled. Then,vehicle restarted without any problem.
Vehicle would not start, it was towed to repair shop sat for about 24 hours, when trying to start it the intake manifold exploded.
Vehicel stalled several times.
Vehicle stalls whendriving,. Once it stalls the vehicle will not restart; have to get it towed. Vehicle stalls at any given speed. Contacted the dealer, and they are aware of the problem.
When applying brakes in wet conditions,the vehicle will stall. Also experiences a power surge ,which could cause an accident.
Burning odor coming from the engine area.
The vehicle experienced an oil leak at the intake manifold, the engine also developed rod bearing and/or wrist pin noise. Nlm
Engine required replacement due to acceleration problems, several repair attempts prior to final diagnosis. Mjs
When the car is driven for a long period of time, it will begin stalling and cut off while driving, and will not restart for about 20 minutes.took to the dealer 3 times for this problem, but they can't duplicate the problem.
While driving 1100 milesalmost a quart of oil will be gone. Oil consumption is very high. Dealer claims this isa normal characterisic. Please provide further information.
While driving the vehicle stalls without prior warning which almost caused an accident.dealer cannot determine problem.
Groaning/growling noise coming from the engine.
Exhaust system bushing between pipes failed.
Manifold makes noise. Cracked. Mr
The exhaust system makes a loud noise.
Vehicle had a defective water pump, oil pan, and engine's emission control. *la the engine light had come on and there was a noise when turning corners.the consumer requested reimbursement. *sc
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal le. The contact stated there was an unusual loud explosion immediately after the vehicle was started. She opened the hood to further investigate and was exhumed with thick smoke emitting from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the top manifold melted. The mechanic replaced the manifold, injectors, sensor wires, pcv valves, and hoses. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. The approximate current mileage was 130,000.
While attempting to start the vehicle the consumer heard an explosion. A hole was discovered blown through the intake manifold and a crack was discovered a crack in the dust cover.the consumer requested reibursement.*sc
My 1996 buick regal has had two intake manifold gasket failures--one at 52,000 miles, and the most recent, at 111,000 miles.in the first instance, the local buick dealership refunded half my money of the cost of the $607 repairs because they agreed that it was highly unusual for a gasket to fail at such low mileage.my son, who did the most recent repai andr is a materials science engineer, inspected the most recent failure and found several places on the gasket where it was deformed and had let antifreeze escape.his opinion was that it was badly designed, with inferior materials.
After turning the ignition to start the vehicle there was an explosion, the engine was on fire.the fire department was called, and the fire was extinguished.this vehicle was not included in the intake manifold nhtsa recall 96v116000.the egr valve was inoperative and on another occasion the vehicle had to be jump started. *sc
Car broke down 2 days after i bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop.they kept the car for two days to fix it and i received it back.the next morning, the engine light was on, and it continues to be on, dan nelson network refuses to take the car back, and expects full payments on a vehicle that does not run properly
Engine service light comes on.
Radio failed.
Water is getting into tail light, causing the tail light to become inoperative.
Exterior lights, tail lights leaks, causing bulbs to constently have to be replaced.
The right turn signal does not turn off.
Rear turn signal bulb failed.
Vehicle back fire through the intake and smoke rolls out from under the hood when trying to start the vehicle, normally start good after sitting over night, but go to start it again it will back fire or the engine idle is very erratic before it will smooth out. I replace spark plug, spark plug wires, cam sensor, pcv valve, fuel filter check battery connection.
Twice when vehicle was parked facing downhill the vehicle could not be started the following morining, when the fuel tank is less than 1/4 full.
Consumer states that the intake manifold has blown up once before in the vehicle while the vehicle was being started up. Contacted dealer and the dealer noted that the vechile is not part of therecall. Nlm
At 55mph, fuel line snapped,causing fluid to leak onto the motor. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. The plastic connectors at the motor manifold broke off. Dealer was notified but no call was returned to consumer.the steel tubing from the gas tank is connected to the steel manifold at the motor block with a thin walled plastic tubing.under the vehicle, the plastic tubing is heat-shrunk to the steel tubing in which no fittings are used.at the motor manifold, plastic fittings are used.the fitting broke, and fuel was spilling onto the hot motor block and formed a puddle of hot fuel, one person inhaled the gas fumes.*jg
Vehicle won't be able to crank at the time, and no electrical function.vehicle had to be towed to technician, and he said that fuel pump had melted inside offuel tank. When a part melts like that it just makes sparks.
Vehicle would not start.took vehicle to an independent mechanic who found fuel pump and fuel sending unit needed to be replaced.there was electrical problem with the fuel pump.
Had an electric fuel pump failure after a period of problems with difficulty starting andpoor acceleration. When the fuel pump was removed, there isevidence of arcing at the connector. Seems to be afire hazard, as the pump is inside the fuel tank.
Car fails to accelerate past 30mph under normal driving conditions. Increasing pressure on gas pedal at 30mph yields no response from car.when car hits passing gear, finally accelerates past 30mph.in addition, at interstate speeds ie. 70-75 mph car develops almost a stutter and cannot maintain speed and starts to decelerate.both problems occur in both drive and overdrive.has been in for repairs to 4 differentrepair shops, 2 of them authorized buick dealers.they have replaced throttle position sensor, cleaned fuel injectors, new fuel pump and fuel filter, new knock sensor and blown carbon out of engine twice.car still does not accelerate as described.
While vehicle was in a repair shop a burned up fuel pump was replaced in fuel tank. Fuel pump available for analysis.
The fuel pump shorted, causing an electrical arc in the gas tank. The fuse did not break the current. Manufacturer contacted , owner was notpleased with outcome.
Car fails to accelerate past 30mph under normal driving conditions. Increasing pressure on gas pedal at 30mph yields no response from car.when car hits passing gear, finally accelerates past 30mph.in addition, at interstate speeds ie. 70-75 mph car develops almost a stutter and cannot maintain speed and starts to decelerate.both problems occur in both drive and overdrive.has been in for repairs to 4 differentrepair shops, 2 of them authorized buick dealers.they have replaced throttle position sensor, cleaned fuel injectors, new fuel pump and fuel filter, new knock sensor and blown carbon out of engine twice.car still does not accelerate as described.
Car fails to accelerate past 30mph under normal driving conditions. Increasing pressure on gas pedal at 30mph yields no response from car.when car hits passing gear, finally accelerates past 30mph.in addition, at interstate speeds ie. 70-75 mph car develops almost a stutter and cannot maintain speed and starts to decelerate.both problems occur in both drive and overdrive.has been in for repairs to 4 differentrepair shops, 2 of them authorized buick dealers.they have replaced throttle position sensor, cleaned fuel injectors, new fuel pump and fuel filter, new knock sensor and blown carbon out of engine twice.car still does not accelerate as described.
While vehicle was parked there was a loud noise that came from engine. When consumer opened the hood, the engine was on fire. Contacted dealer.consumer had tried to start the vehicle, once he turned the key a loud noise errupted from the hood area.vehicle was under recall for backfire during engine starting, dealer refuses to repair without payment. *jgreferenced in ea02-030
Dt*: the contact stated while starting the vehicle the plastic upper intake manifold exploded.there is a nhtsa recall, # 96v116000, regarding the fuel injection system.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.updated 5/3/2006 - when the consumer started the vehicle an explosion was heard.the consumer exited the vehicle and opened the hood to find the engine on fire.the consumer was able to extinguish the fire with a garden hose.
After turning the ignition to start the vehicle there was an explosion, the engine was on fire.the fire department was called, and the fire was extinguished.this vehicle was not included in the intake manifold nhtsa recall 96v116000.the egr valve was inoperative and on another occasion the vehicle had to be jump started. *sc
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal.the contact noticed that the vehicle sporadically experienced a no-start condition.there was also a backfire that occurred when the vehicle was started.the upper intake manifold failed prior to the upper intake manifold.the dealer stated that his vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 96v116000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system).the contact would not assume responsibility for the repair.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure and current mileages were 78,117.updated 02/05/09.*ljcoolant was found in the oil when repairs were made on the manifold. Updated 02/10/09.
Whenconsumer started vehicle there was a loud bang that came fromfront ofvehicle.smoke started coming from underneathhood,and the vehicle was on fire.the cause of this defectwas that the fuel did not go intofuel relay system, andinjector sprayedfuel backwards onto intake manifold which ignited the fuel.this happened once before july 28, 2000 and again on may 13, 2001.
Whenever the fuel tank is filled, it would leak.leakage is occurring along the seam offuel tank due to corrosion. Once filled & driving away, fuel vapors can be smelled inside the vehicle.
Vehicle caught on fire. Rear end of vehicle was incinerated. Cause unknown.the automotive specialistshave determined the origion of the fire was electrical or electric trunk release or trank light assembly failure.
Vehicle would not start.took vehicle to an independent mechanic who found fuel pump and fuel sending unit needed to be replaced.there was electrical problem with the fuel pump.
While merging onto the freeway, i was taking my car to be smogged. At speed, i noticed a little white puff of smoke emit from the right side of the engine bay. As i proceeded to start moving to the shoulder, this puff had turned into a gray plume. As i finally reached the shoulder, the entire front of the engine bay was billowing black smoke. As i tried to stop, the brake pedal went to the floor, so it seemed the fire had burnt through a brake line. I managed to engage the emergency brake slowly and managed to stop on the shoulder. Opening the hood, i found a small fire burning at the rear of the engine, but in front of the firewall. I had nothing with me, so i called the fire department and it was extinguished. However, by the time they got there, the entire engine compartment was totaled beyond extensive repair.
My car started to not start after being driven and shortly after did not want to start in a simple idle. Somehow fuel has been getting trapped in a pressurized line and i'm having to release the fuel out. Oil leaked into the spark plugs caused a pilot flame. I have read multiple accounts of this happening to that specific make and year as well a few of the other 90 models. Every account says it is a flaw in the engine and fuel system.
While driving the main hood latch failed. The secondary safety latch let go. The hood flew up over the windshield, causing poor visibility. The hood/its supporting parts/hinges, and inside light were destroyed. Also, there was a dent put in the roof.
While drvingthe hood latch released from the lock which caused the hood to fly up, cause unknown.please give any further details.
The trunk opens while driving.
Transmission is leaking fluid.
Transmission makes loud whining noise.
Transmission slipped out of drive into neutral.
While drivingat 60mph, and in the process of passing another vehicle, transmission slipped out of gear and went into neutral,and engineaccelerated. Contacted dealer, and was told that they couldn't find the cause.
Automatic transmission has a lot of plastic parts inside, they melted down due to vehicle overheating. This transmission should be made like that of the old ones, with metal parts to make it last longer.*la
The consumer is experiencing problems with the gear shift.changing gears are very difficult. When going from park to drive the consumer must apply a lot of pressure for the gears to shift.the owner took the vehicle to the dealer, where grease was applied to the defective part, however, the problem recurred.the gear shift was hard to move form park to drive.the cables were found dry. *sc
Shift lever is difficult to operate, must use both hands to move out of park position.
Safety recall--brakes. Adjust side door for proper closing. 231 flash e-prom and install label ma-96-v9943. Safety recall--backfire. Replaced torque converter switch.
Rear bearings have failed, and the rotors were warped. Dealer has replaced the rear bearing.
The vehicles seat belts did restrain properly.the dealer was notified.*nlm
My seatbealts don't hold you at all .if there was a accident like the one we had in our toyota.the outcome could be tragic!!!! i would like to know what to do, and where to go ??i,m afraid to drive for fear of being in another accident . Please advise me what to do . Thanks, rosamond bennett
While driving 55 mph, the driver slammed on the brakes after seeing a deer on the road.the vehicle had gone off the road and rolled over into a ditch.both of the front seat belts failed and the front air bags did not deploy.the passenger's nose was broken and an artery was punctured in this right eye.*scc
Seat belt twists constantly.
The front seat is extremely uncomfortable at any driving distance.i have checked with multiple dealerships, and this is not a unique problem as many owners experience this problem.the seat design is without significant support.the dealership and manufactuers zone representative have tried a couple of adjustments without success.the seat pain is at a level that after 3 or 4 hours, you just can't drive any further.
Seat belts located on rear side panel for front occupants is dangerous for rear seat passengers, causing passengers to stumble.
Front seat belts located on rear side panel cause head/hair to get caught, also belt tension is very uncomfortable.
While driving at 55 mph vehicle swerved to miss a deer andconsumer lost control ofvehicle. Vehicle broke through a guard rail and down an embankment.then, it flipped twice before coming to a rest.bothfront seat belts broke, and front air bagsfailed to deploy.consumer sustainedfacial bruising/abrasions, and a broken nose.
Driver's side seat belt latch fell offend of the safety belt, which leftoccupant without any restrain. ; dealer notified, and informed consumerthat nothing could be done. That part was not covered under a manufacturer's recall, and any repairs would be at consumer's cost. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Vehicle was involved in a collision at 30mph.upon impact,seat belts did not retract, and the airbags did not deploy.driver received a broken breast bone.*yd
Driver's seat belt fails to retract.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with his vehicles drivers seat.the seat broke were the motor moves the seat front and back.the manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle had no warranty and that if the consumer wanted to get it repaired he wouldhave to pay out of pocket.*nlm
Driver and passenager seatbacks recline backwards, causing control problem.
Driver and passenager seatbacks recline backwards, causing control problem.
While backing out of the drivewaydriver's seat collapsed backwards without warning.
The contact owns a 1996 buick regal. The contact stated that the brake and abs warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent facility for diagnostic testing and failure codes: c1265 (rear abs motor circuit shorted to ground) and c1286 (ebcm/ebtcm failed to illuminate the red brake warning indicator) were located. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (don brown chevrolet, 2244 s kings highway blvd, st. Louis, mo 63110, (314) 282-7887) where it was determined that the codes indicated that there was a rear motor short to the ground and the electric brake control module activated the brake warning indicators. Further diagnostic testing would be performed by the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
While merging onto the freeway, i was taking my car to be smogged. At speed, i noticed a little white puff of smoke emit from the right side of the engine bay. As i proceeded to start moving to the shoulder, this puff had turned into a gray plume. As i finally reached the shoulder, the entire front of the engine bay was billowing black smoke. As i tried to stop, the brake pedal went to the floor, so it seemed the fire had burnt through a brake line. I managed to engage the emergency brake slowly and managed to stop on the shoulder. Opening the hood, i found a small fire burning at the rear of the engine, but in front of the firewall. I had nothing with me, so i called the fire department and it was extinguished. However, by the time they got there, the entire engine compartment was totaled beyond extensive repair.
Brakes failed, avoided three cars, hit a car in the intersection and then hit a pole.vehicle was totaled.
Brake rotors failed causing consumer to hear a loud noise from the front and rear brakes.nlm
Brake rotors failed causing consumer to hear a loud noise from the front and rear brakes.nlm
Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the costranging from $700.00 to $1200.00.also the motor mounts need to be replaced. Tape player does not eject tape properly, been a problem since i got the car.brakes - have had complete brakes replaced.have been told buick regals are bad on brakes.air conditionung cooling coil in front of raditor has developed a leak.estimated cost to repair is $400.00.have not taken it to dealer.i got the car used in 1997 with about 72500 miles on it.
Safety recall--brakes. Adjust side door for proper closing. 231 flash e-prom and install label ma-96-v9943. Safety recall--backfire. Replaced torque converter switch.
The brakes and rotors experienced premature failure.
Multiple brake failure.
Anti-lock brakes failed, causing vehicle to accelerate instead of brake, resulting in an accident.
While driving applied brakes andpedal went to the floor. It felt like they were going to respond, butvehicle kept rolling into an intersection, the consumer had to avoid an oncoming vehicle an d ran into an fence. The dealer has been contacted.
When brakes are appliedpedal gets hard, resulting in extended stopping distances.the dealer has replaced the brakes 4 times.
Applied brakes to stop vehicle when they made a thumping sound. Called dealer. Took vehicle in. Vehicle started squeaking & thumping. Abs light came on & stayed.
Anti lock brakes and rotors failed.
Consumer tried to stop vehicle, she couldn't because the brake pedal went allthe way to floor, vehicle did not stop on time and brakes fluid was all over.also,there was a recall before regarding abs brakes, recall performed by installing clip to prevent rubbing, new location of shifted brakeline path resulted in rubbing two inches from original location, request manufacturer to reevaluate recall repair.
Consumer expriencing ongoing problem with braking system. Whenever driving a winding noise appearsto be coming from the wheel, and when the brakes are applied the vehicle would jerk intermittently.aslo, learned from an independent dealer that the vehicle's front end was shot, and neededmajor repairs. Dealer notifed, but no correction was made at this time. Brakes continue to give consumer problems.
Loud thumping noise under the passenger seat, the abs brake system failed, resulting in hitting a pole.tt
Appears that calipers were defective, no contact between calipers and disc, resulting in pulsation and presence of rust on the disc.inspected left front brake line for clearance/clip ret-reposition, recall 96v-069.
While coastingat 10mph to signal light,applied the brakesand they failed to work. Had to pump brakes at least 3 times before they worked. On 19 jan 99, was going 30-35 mph when vehicle in front stopped suddenly. Consumer rearended vehicle in front due to lack of braking power. Took to dealer & waiting for parts.
My vehicle continued to accellerate upon enteringhighway.i could not slow the car down.i lost control of the car.i pulled onto the shoulder, shifted to nuetral, and turned off the ignition.the brakes were smoking and burnt out.vehicle was disabled, i had to have it towed.
Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision.
Anti lock brakes failed.
Loud thumping noise under the passenger seat, the abs brake system failed, resulting in hitting a pole.tt
Abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes.afterrepairs were done the rear disc brakes were replaced again.also power steering fluid leak.
Antilock brake warning light illuminated.
Extremely loud noise from the brakes when backing out from a parked position while applying the brakes. Windshield leaks at the location of the rear mirror light wires, and drips on the gear shift area. The passenger side mirror and the driver side mirror are two different colors, which might indicate the vehicle was in a wreck. I was given no history of repairs on this automobile . An "alamo" sticker was attached to the inside of the trunk lid.
Consumers has been experiencing numerous problems with the hydraulic system, the rotors, and brake pads have been turned and/or replaced due to them being out of round and noisy.
Brakes perform poorly causing loud noise.
When applying the abs brakes the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.cause unknown. Please give any further details.
On three occasions the vehicle accelerated out of control. After second occasion, vehicle was towed to dealership. Dealer could not find a problem.on (5) or (6) occasions the brake pedal has been extremely hard to apply. They popped and cracked. Because this does not happen when taken to dealership, they have stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle.
Consumers has been experiencing numerous problems with the hydraulic system, the rotors, and brake pads have been turned and/or replaced due to them being out of round and noisy.
Vehicle has experienced several braking problems and failures, dealer has replaced worn brake pads, front rotors, and brake hoses, on one occasion, the hydraulic system completely failed, consumer has lost control of vehicle due to brake failure and has had property damage to vehicle due to running off the road.(daughter on behalf of mother)
Vehicle has experienced several braking problems and failures, dealer has replaced worn brake pads, front rotors, and brake hoses, on one occasion, the hydraulic system completely failed, consumer has lost control of vehicle due to brake failure and has had property damage to vehicle due to running off the road.(daughter on behalf of mother)
Excessive wear of brake pads/ front rotors and drums.rotors / drums overheating which is causingthem to warp.dealer notified.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes.afterrepairs were done the rear disc brakes were replaced again.also power steering fluid leak.
Brake system is failing.
Consumer has experienced continuous brake problems, severalrepairs done to no avail. The final repair foundthe brake calipersdefective, there was no contact between the calipers and the disc, resulting in pulsation/rust on discs.
Appears that calipers were defective, no contact between calipers and disc, resulting in pulsation and presence of rust on the disc.inspected left front brake line for clearance/clip ret-reposition, recall 96v-069.
Brake rotors heavily rusted, causing vibration.
Anti lock brakes and rotors failed.
Brake rotors arerusting and prematurely wearing, cause unknown.please give any further details.
Premature wear ofbrake rotors.intermittently whenbrakes are appliedvehicle vibrates.dealer has replacedrotors twice, andproblem reoccurred.
Brake rotors wear in the rear with low mileage accumulation. When brakes are applied they drag, screech and perform poorly. Owner is aware of others with similar failure.please describe details.
Brake rotors failed causing consumer to hear a loud noise from the front and rear brakes.nlm
Rear bearings have failed, and the rotors were warped. Dealer has replaced the rear bearing.
Rear brakes grind excessively, rusting and warping rotors. Owner has used emergency brakes for adjusting, no change.tteven the the right rear brake is still grinding, dealer keeps infroming consumer that this is normal, consumer feels vehicle is unsafe to drive.
Need to replace brakes for 3rd time due to warping
Excessive wear of brake pads/ front rotors and drums.rotors / drums overheating which is causingthem to warp.dealer notified.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
The metal brake line is rubbing against the bolt in the engine compartment, causing the vehicle to lose brake fluid.also, the brake goes down to the floor of the vehicle.took vehicle to the repair shop.
Appears that calipers were defective, no contact between calipers and disc, resulting in pulsation and presence of rust on the disc.inspected left front brake line for clearance/clip ret-reposition, recall 96v-069.
The consumer was having a problem with his vehicle making a dragging/spinning type noise.he stated it sounded as if it was not connecting with something in the drive line.he also stated he went to the computer and looked his type vehicle up and read that this year vehicle has a problem with the brake line and the left wheel, which can cause wear and tear on the brake line.he says also that when he takes off he hears a whining noise and it gets louder with increased speed.he took his vehicle to the dealer and they were not sure what the problem was.but says it will cost approx. $85.00 per hour for them to check it out.he says this is too costly. Then he says he is told that it could cost him $2300.00 not including labor.*tc
When brake pedal is depressed it goes lower than the accelerator pedal, causing accelerator pedal to be accidentally depressed/vehicle lunges forward.
There is a severe problem with the steering.we brought the vehicle to a garage and we were told that there is a recall on the vehicle to correct the rack and pinion steering.we called buick and were told that the recall is vin specific and that our vin was not recalled. We were advised by buick that it was just a coincidence that our vehicle was the same year, make and model as the recall and had the same problem and that we would have to pay one of their dealers to look at it.
The contact owns 1996 buick regal.the contact stated that the check engine light illuminated during an oil change.after the oil change, the engine light illuminated again and the contact had the battery changed.she drove approximately one and a half miles, made a right turn, and attempted to make a left turn when the steering wheel locked.the failure occurred while driving 10 mph.the contact had to shift the vehicle in reverse in order to move the wheel.the contact referenced nhtsa recall # 03v527000 (steering:rack and pinion).the current mileage is 86,000 and failure mileage was 85,000.
There was a severe winding noise coming from thesteering wheel that intensified when turning.*sc
1996 buick regal. Consumer stated the power steering was not crimped properly. The ball bearing went through the gear box which caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crashed.the consumer discovered there was a recall, on the steering. However, he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall.
Lever that controls the 'tilt wheel' broke off at the steering column. The autowas purchased new by me and i only have 44,000 miles on it. I called livingstonmotors, but was told that there is no warranty on that part..i have been a regular customer there.
Consumer stated the drive selector movement was becoming stiff and was getting progressively worse, the drive detents could hardly be felt and consumer had to watch the selector pointer to determine what drive position was being selected, the vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that rust was in the steering column.
The rubber seal around the front steering ball joints ruptured, causing all lubricant to leak out.the car pulls right and makes a slight noise when stearing, due to advanced wear.i contacted both the dealership and manufaturer, but since the cars just came out of warranty, the cost of repair would not be covered.
Lever that controls the 'tilt wheel' broke off at the steering column. The autowas purchased new by me and i only have 44,000 miles on it. I called livingstonmotors, but was told that there is no warranty on that part..i have been a regular customer there.
After car warms up and when starting to move from full stop car will not turn to the left except with extreem force.
Abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes.afterrepairs were done the rear disc brakes were replaced again.also power steering fluid leak.
Dt: the contact received recall 03v527000 in 2-04 regarding the power steering lower pinion bearing.he took the vehicle to the dealer on 2-17-04 forrecall repairs. The car had 56,000 miles on it. After the recall repair work was done, the consumer heard a noise in the power steering.on 5-9-05 they discovered a leak in the power steering. They replaced a power steering hose . Then, at 64,000 miles, he heard a humming noise, they re-routed the hose, and told him the noise would go away. On 6-02-05 he took vehicleback because the noise was still there. They told him he needed a whole new power stgeeringunit. The consumer stated that ever since he had the recall repair work done, when he turned the steering wheel to the right there was a loud humming noise.it seemed to be coming from the left side.
Dt: the contact received recall 03v527000 in 2-04 regarding the power steering lower pinion bearing.he took the vehicle to the dealer on 2-17-04 forrecall repairs. The car had 56,000 miles on it. After the recall repair work was done, the consumer heard a noise in the power steering.on 5-9-05 they discovered a leak in the power steering. They replaced a power steering hose . Then, at 64,000 miles, he heard a humming noise, they re-routed the hose, and told him the noise would go away. On 6-02-05 he took vehicleback because the noise was still there. They told him he needed a whole new power stgeeringunit. The consumer stated that ever since he had the recall repair work done, when he turned the steering wheel to the right there was a loud humming noise.it seemed to be coming from the left side.
Recall 03v527000concerning steering gear bearings.consumer read a newspaper article about the gmc power steering recall.the consumer had not received the notice, but called gmc to get authorization for recall repairs. Vehicle was making noises when starting and when turning, but gmc representative stated it may not be a problem with the steering.theconsumer must pay $90.00 for a diagnostic test.
Upon starting the vehicle there was a noise in the steering column that became worse whensteering the wheel was turned. Themechanic determined that the noise was caused byrack and pinion failure.there was a steering gear bearing recall , but this vehicle was not included due to vin.
There is a severe problem with the steering.we brought the vehicle to a garage and we were told that there is a recall on the vehicle to correct the rack and pinion steering.we called buick and were told that the recall is vin specific and that our vin was not recalled. We were advised by buick that it was just a coincidence that our vehicle was the same year, make and model as the recall and had the same problem and that we would have to pay one of their dealers to look at it.
Consumer was trying to make a left turn onto a street when the steering wheelbecame stiff.this made it hard for the driver to complete the turn. Dealer was contacted, anddealer replaced the pinion bearing. However, that didn't correct the problem.
A recall was issued regarding the rack and pinion steering on our 1996 buick. The problem was supposedly fixed by the previous owner of the car.my 17 year old son was put in serious danger because the 'fix' did not correct the problem. Now buick is telling us that they will not stand behind the obvious problem with their vehicle. The car will not turn to the left. Bucik reps are incompetent and rude.
While making a turn, the steering in my 1996 buick regal became very stiff and would not return to neutral. It has only been two days now that this has happened, but it's dangerous, as it gives no warning. The turn almost put me into a tree! it happened today but i was more aware that it might happen and alert for it. My 1995 century had the same problem and it was that the steering rack gets tight in colder weather and after 75000 miles!
Front driver's side pinion shaft produced a whining noise when driving at any speed. Recall 03v527000 was issued. However the dealer stated that was not the cause of the noise, and charged the consumer for a diagnostic test.
Hard to turn left in my 1996 buick regal, steering went tight. Caused me to hit the curb and over the sidewalk, damaging the 2 front tires, rims, radiator, body and under caridge. The police helped me with aaa to get it home, but not sure if it was reported.* cb
Left hand return went out, my car, a 1996 buick regal, has a bulletin # 03062 issued for this problem and a recall for this part, however on notifying the buick dealership and the 800 # have been told that my vin # isn't included.it is obvious that my car does have this problem and is the correct year.
On 02/02/03, i noticed a large piece of my hood was exposed due to peeling paint.(the gray metal of the car's structure is exposed)the car is a 1996 buick regal purchased in 12/99.i am concerned that the areas surrounding the peeling paint will continue to peel away resulting in no white paint on the hood.upon researching how to repair this, i came upon information that gm had/is having a concealed, latent manufacturing defect. (the photos i viewed showed that i am heading to becoming another victim to gm's paint problems) i contacted buick corporation and was told that the warranty for the repairs had expired.i brought to their attention the discovery rule and that it was impossible for me to know of gm's latent dpaint defect until the paint literally started peeling off of my vehicle.and i still was not aware of a problem until i conducted a search engine on the internet.apparently a story was done by dateline nbc in 11/97 about the issue.(once again, my car was purchase 12/99)the representative repeated that the warranty had expired and ended the conversation.i am angry because i am about to make my final car payment and this issue was never brought to my attention.do i have any recourse?
I purchased my car in 1998 and soon after that the paint started to peel. In about 2000 i finally researched it online and found out to look at my vin number, and if the 11th number was a '1' that it was painted in canada and that they trouble with bad primer up there. A lot of people had sued for a new paint job. Gm closed that plant down. I went to maaco here and was told that since the primer was bad, they would have to strip that all off too, and the whole job was more than i could afford. Also, ever since i've had the car, the brakes have made a horrible noise on stopping, mainly in warm weather. All mechanics think it is very odd and have tried to fix it several times. Two mechanics have actually stopped the noise but it returns promptly. It doesn't seem to impair the braking ability. It's a good old car and now has 93,000 miles without other complaints, but is embarrassing to drive with 1/2 of its paint missing. It looks like a cow.
Experience problems with paint, as a result we can not trade or sell the vehicle unless vehicle is completely painted.*tc
Drivers side door does not open from inside or outside. The door does not work with key either. Lock seems to working but door does not open. The car only has 60,000 miles on it.this is a very common problem with this car and should be a recall.
Bought a 1996 buick regal in 1999. The paint has been litterly peeling off the car all over. Is there a recall for this or is there anything i can do for this?
Car paint peeled off in sheets when car was only 3 years old - created dangerous driving conditions, as i witnessed drivers behind me swerving to avoid what was flying off the roof of my car. Manufacturer's defect - certified buick dealership 'fixed' = they caused over $700 in damage! i amnot the only buick owner of that year to have this problem & buick / gm refuses to assist in any way - even after their dealership ruins my car! have 3 certified buick auto body repair quotes, sheet of the bad paint & chunk of rubber window gasket hacked off my car - later found inside vehicle. Buick knows they have a problem & consumers are paying top dollar for defective merchandise (false advertising at the very least). Please help! mr
Plastic bumper dented in 1/6 mph collision with plastic garbage can. *dsh
The power locks/remote controls don't work.
Safety recall--brakes. Adjust side door for proper closing. 231 flash e-prom and install label ma-96-v9943. Safety recall--backfire. Replaced torque converter switch.
Front drivers door hinge has rusted. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
Four struts in and the car could not be aligned because an adjustment bar was bent and hardware was missing, bottom of car was scrapping. Specialist stated the car had been in an accident before, this was a program car, tires put on the car and the wheels do not line up properly.dealer contacted, no warranty.
Car broke down 2 days after i bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop.they kept the car for two days to fix it and i received it back.the next morning, the engine light was on, and it continues to be on, dan nelson network refuses to take the car back, and expects full payments on a vehicle that does not run properly
Strut failed.
Consumer expriencing ongoing problem with braking system. Whenever driving a winding noise appearsto be coming from the wheel, and when the brakes are applied the vehicle would jerk intermittently.aslo, learned from an independent dealer that the vehicle's front end was shot, and neededmajor repairs. Dealer notifed, but no correction was made at this time. Brakes continue to give consumer problems.
The consumer was having a problem with his vehicle making a dragging/spinning type noise.he stated it sounded as if it was not connecting with something in the drive line.he also stated he went to the computer and looked his type vehicle up and read that this year vehicle has a problem with the brake line and the left wheel, which can cause wear and tear on the brake line.he says also that when he takes off he hears a whining noise and it gets louder with increased speed.he took his vehicle to the dealer and they were not sure what the problem was.but says it will cost approx. $85.00 per hour for them to check it out.he says this is too costly. Then he says he is told that it could cost him $2300.00 not including labor.*tc
There was a popping sound when going over a seam in the road.took to dealer, and they stated it was the torsion bar, six weeks later lower ball joint separated.if this had happened on highway someone could have been killed. There was no warning sign.please provide any further information.
Ball joints need to be replaced.2 different auto repair shops informed me that they were in bad shape, and will result in wheels to fall half way over.if driving when this happens it can cause an accident.
Ball joints need to be replaced.2 different auto repair shops informed me that they were in bad shape, and will result in wheels to fall half way over.if driving when this happens it can cause an accident.
Spring failed.
There was a popping sound when going over a seam in the road.took to dealer, and they stated it was the torsion bar, six weeks later lower ball joint separated.if this had happened on highway someone could have been killed. There was no warning sign.please provide any further information.
The left rear suspension arm snapped in two causing temporary loss of control, due to weak material.
Rear spring failed.
Rear leaf spring distorted causing noise. Mjs
Tires needed replaced, no specific information given.(daughter on behalf of mother).
Goodyear tire blew out.
Tires needed replaced, no specific information given.(daughter on behalf of mother).
While driving front tire exploded, then drove off the road wheretread separated from tire, and consumer kept control of vehicle. Firestone tires 205/70r 15.
Dash light comes on for no reason.
Design of the interior contains a panel above the brake pedal that prevents a smooth quick motion from the accelerator to the brake pedal.
Engine warning light illuminated 3 times.
Consumer would like to receive information on the 1996 buick regal.
Due to design,top ofdash board reflects in windshield which then reflects in eyes,causing poor visibility.
Large pieces of paint came off the hood of my car.
Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the costranging from $700.00 to $1200.00.also the motor mounts need to be replaced. Tape player does not eject tape properly, been a problem since i got the car.brakes - have had complete brakes replaced.have been told buick regals are bad on brakes.air conditionung cooling coil in front of raditor has developed a leak.estimated cost to repair is $400.00.have not taken it to dealer.i got the car used in 1997 with about 72500 miles on it.
Consumer complains that instrument panels are not standardized, location of gauges/radio controls etc. Vary from vehicle to vehicle.
Other system
Car fails to accelerate past 30mph under normal driving conditions. Increasing pressure on gas pedal at 30mph yields no response from car.when car hits passing gear, finally accelerates past 30mph.in addition, at interstate speeds ie. 70-75 mph car develops almost a stutter and cannot maintain speed and starts to decelerate.both problems occur in both drive and overdrive.has been in for repairs to 4 differentrepair shops, 2 of them authorized buick dealers.they have replaced throttle position sensor, cleaned fuel injectors, new fuel pump and fuel filter, new knock sensor and blown carbon out of engine twice.car still does not accelerate as described.
There isaleakage within the throttlewhich leaks anti-freeze within the vehicle.
On three occasions the vehicle accelerated out of control. After second occasion, vehicle was towed to dealership. Dealer could not find a problem.on (5) or (6) occasions the brake pedal has been extremely hard to apply. They popped and cracked. Because this does not happen when taken to dealership, they have stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle.
My vehicle continued to accellerate upon enteringhighway.i could not slow the car down.i lost control of the car.i pulled onto the shoulder, shifted to nuetral, and turned off the ignition.the brakes were smoking and burnt out.vehicle was disabled, i had to have it towed.
While drivingat 60mph, and in the process of passing another vehicle, transmission slipped out of gear and went into neutral,and engineaccelerated. Contacted dealer, and was told that they couldn't find the cause.
Consumer was pulling into driveway, while tryingto place vehicle in park, it suddenly accelerated, causing the vehicle to shoot into the garage and hit a boat whichstoppedvehicle, but it was still idling. Consumer had to shut off the engine. Dealer has been contacted.
When gas pedal is pushed there is an intermittent clicking noise.
Intermittentlyvehicle will accelerate when the accelerator pedal is applied.the dealer has inspected the vehicle several times.
Gas pedal spring tension has little spring, barely touches pedal, vehicle will go extremely faster than intended, have to hold back foot to avoid accident.
Consumer noticed antifreeze leaking on garage floor. Took to dealer.dealer says upper intake manifold needs replacing.please provide any further information. Ts
Window won't roll down ondriver's side due to the problem's within the tracks on the door.
Problems with driver's power window.
Sun roof failed.
Extremely loud noise from the brakes when backing out from a parked position while applying the brakes. Windshield leaks at the location of the rear mirror light wires, and drips on the gear shift area. The passenger side mirror and the driver side mirror are two different colors, which might indicate the vehicle was in a wreck. I was given no history of repairs on this automobile . An "alamo" sticker was attached to the inside of the trunk lid.
Windshield wiper motor failed.
Windshield wiper failed.
My daughter was driving the1996 buck regal on i-77 north near chelyan, wv another daughter was in the passenger seat.the rear driver's side wheel broke from the hub, causing the car to veer and eventually hit the concrete median.the crash severely damaged the front left side of the car; itwa stotalled.the crash resulted in injuries to both of my daughters - the driver sustaine d a bump on her forehead, and the passenger hasd a swolen left ankle - preliminary review of the x-rayswerenegative for a break/fracture.the car was towed to a garage.
Right rear wheel hub replaced.
Read more
