1993 Buick Regal
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1993 Buick Regal. Newest first.
Incorrect clear front side marker bulbs were installed rather than amber bulbs. This does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: during illumination, the bulbs will show clear rather than amber and could momentarily confuse other drivers.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clear bulbs with the correct amber bulbs.
The driver and passenger front seat manual reclining mechanisms do not comply with the requirements of fmvss 207, "seating systems." the seat back mechanisms will not latch under certain conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The seats may recline without prior warning, resultingin a hazard to seat occupants and possible loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Replace the manual seat recliner mechanism with a mechanism that complies with fmvss 207.
Owner complaints
85 complaints7 involved a crash3 involved a fire13 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1993 buick regal. the contact stated that the door locks failed and remained locked when attempting to operate them. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 41,000. updated 06/29/16*lj updated 08/03/16.*jb updated 11/23/16.*jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various speeds under normal road conditions, the vehicle had permanent to worsening conditions with the brakes. the brake design was four wheel ABS. the contact stated the brake pads, rotors and calipers had been replaced twice before, but the problem…
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various speeds under normal road conditions, the vehicle had permanent to worsening conditions with the brakes. the brake design was four wheel ABS. the contact stated the brake pads, rotors and calipers had been replaced twice before, but the problem persisted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the vehicle was not included in a recall due to the vin and again replaced the brake pads, rotors and calipers. the vehicle still had the same problems as compared to nhtsa complaint # 532762 about the service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. the front and rear brakes were replaced. Updated 12/1/06. *Jb
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
When driving, the consumers seat back collapsed. the consumer was concerned that he may fall back with no warning and have an accident. the anchor of the seat was broken. *jb *sc *jb
- Suspension
While making a left turn noise was heard coming from steering wheel. consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem.*ak
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
The battery was dead causing the vehicle not to start. all the doors locked and the manual override froze so that the driver could not exit the vehicle. after a length of time, the driver was able to unlock the doors with the door controls in the vehicle. please provide further details. *ph
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Vehicle power windows rolled up while vehicle was parked trapping 5-year old child's head. *mr while parked in the driveway, the consumers five year old sons neck became stuck in the power window as it rolled up. the consumer was unable to remove the child from the window until the vehicle was started. the child couldn't breath, even after the removal. *scc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The metal frame mounts that hold engine up in the vehicle deteriorated, causing the engine to drop to the ground while backing out of a driveway. cause unknown. *Ak
- Structure › Frame and members
There IS a leak on left hand on driver's side floor near brake pedal. Dealer has been notified about situation, and no one can find out where the leak was coming from.*ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Consumer's parents were driving along the freeway all of a sudden vehicle began to smoke. they got out, vehicle was engulfed in flames, and it burned completely, even tires exploded. consumer's parents were emotionally traumatized.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While driving neighborhood speeds vehicle will stall and cut off on an intermittent basis. Dealer has replaced ingition module, but that has not remedied problem. Please provide further details.*ak
- Tires › Bead
Early dec 2001 ahd slow leak went to dealer and tire was replaced for cord poblem with another michelin x radila plus. Went on long trip and had bouncing effect and on return went back to dealer where same cord problem was discovered on one of remaining tires. Again replced with x radial plus.on…
Early dec 2001 ahd slow leak went to dealer and tire was replaced for cord poblem with another michelin x radila plus. Went on long trip and had bouncing effect and on return went back to dealer where same cord problem was discovered on one of remaining tires. Again replced with x radial plus.on second failure tire was seriously out of round and could have caused a serious accident at interstate speed of 65mph. Allowance granted by dealer(sams club) of 30% tread wear.was also advised by dealer that tire was discontinued which causes concern about the tire with 2 faiures in less tha 30 days. Was there a problem for it to be discontinued.*ak (dot number: unknown tiresize: p225/60r16)
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
The vehicle has experienced multiple brake system failures, the front and rear brake pads failed causing vibration/shimmy, the r/f wheel speed sensor and rear caliper failed. nlm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
While proceeding at approximately 30 mph motor dies without warning at dealers suggestion, replaced fuel pump and filter, but problem persists, dealer now suggests replacing sensor that changes rpm when decelerating. *Ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Seat belt turning loops would not sustain structural loading in an impact. (Web would cut). *Ak
- Structure
While in reverse engine cradle collapsed due to rust resulting in loss of steering. vehicle has been repaired by an independent mechanic. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide additional information.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
There IS a leak in gas line in engine compartment, causing fire hazard. *ak consumer states it IS at the connection to metal pipe from tank. *slc
- Seat belts
Driver seatbelt will not lock when braking with force. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Vehicle has increased braking distance during all kind of weather. When applying brakes hard there IS a grinding sound. *Ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
While traveling over a pothole front end of vehicle dropped. Consumer had vehicle serviced, technician stated front cole spring had failed. Please provide further information. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Brakes would stick when they were applied. calipers would freeze up. Took vehicle to dealer & mechanic replaced rotors and calipers. problem returned.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Ea94-041; when driving andupon depressing brake pedal to make a normal stop, consumer noticed a loud noise coming from rear of the vehicle. Also, vehicle was very difficult to stop. Consumer has contacted dealer. dealer has replaced brake calipers on three different occasions. Dealer unable to determine the cause of the problem. Please provide any further details.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
Original 1993 buick regal, tire size 20570r15. all four tires have a bubble and cracks along the treads which seemed that tread may have peeled off. this may have caused a crash. *ak the customer lowered pressure to 35 psi on the new replacement tires. They were over inflated. *Yh
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Consumer experiencing continuous problems with the ABS rotors on 4 wheel disc brakes. nlm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Rear calipers are locked up. vehicle IS only relying on the front brakes. Currently, they need to be replaced because they are burning out. dealer hasn't mentioned if they will repair vehicle, just that there IS a class action suit in process. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
When driving on wet or dry pavement and upon attempting to make a normal stop by depressing brake pedal, pedal traveled to the floorboard causing extended stopping distance. also, noticed a noise coming from the brakes. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has replaced the calipers. brake problems returned after repairs. *ak *ML
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Corroded rear disk brakes
There is no summary currently available
- Fuel leaks
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 6089996Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when in park on incline.
- 6088680Customers may complain of grinding / scraping / groaning noise from rear suspension.
- 619370Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking brake not applied.
- 615100Voluntary emission campaign involving the evaporative emission canister purge solenoid valve replacement and, convertible only, prom replacement.
- 615073Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that IS generally encountered after the engine's oil has been changed.typically the odor lasts approximately 1000 miles after the change of oil and then does not reappear until the next change of oil.
- 603002Evaporative emission canister purge solenoid vlave replacement and convertible only, prom replacement.
- 602746Voluntary emission recall campaign - evaporative emission conister purge solenoid valve replacement and, convertible only, prom replacement.
- 601769Information on growling noise in transaxle during first four minutes after start up.
- 54419Comment that the ABS light IS on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history.
- 51497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure).
- 50571Cold start rattle noise.
- 45881Grinding and/or growling noise in park on incline.*sd
- 45820Unknown
- 43039Unknown
- 43036Unknown
- 39308Cold start rattle noise.
- 39299Harsh 1-2 upshifts.
- 39278Front window scraping noise when rolling glass down.
- 39080Rear strut related thumping/squeaking noise.
- 39072ABS warning light IS on.
- 37955ABS wire harness for the right front wheel may rub on the brake line causing the ABS warning light to come on.
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