2014 Buick Regal
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2014 Buick Regal. Newest first.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14378.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjuster may disengage from the transmission shift lever. As such, these vehicles…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a vehicle's shift cable disengages from the transmission shift lever, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the driver may be able to shift the lever to the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Buick owners at 1-800-521-7300, and GMC owners at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number associated with this recall is 14048.
Owner complaints
38 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
The contact owns a 2014 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while his wife was reversing, the vehicle failed to shift out of gear. The gear shifter was in drive(D); however, the vehicle failed to move as intended. After several attempts to shift into gear, the transmission was engaged shifted into…
The contact owns a 2014 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while his wife was reversing, the vehicle failed to shift out of gear. The gear shifter was in drive(D); however, the vehicle failed to move as intended. After several attempts to shift into gear, the transmission was engaged shifted into gear, and the vehicle operated normally. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact believed that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number 14V092000 (Power Train). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
#18369: Special Coverage - Camshaft Oil Control Valve (Nov 29, 2018) Document ID # 5182385 (Reference # N182189940) Release Date: November 2018
- Exterior lighting
Driver side HID headlight filling with condensation on lens and water collecting inside the headlight capsule where the wiring for the bulbs and ballast run through. Daytime running light now out and potential loss of headlight use is foreseen.
- Electrical system · Steering · Suspension
My vehicle has an electrical problem due to the recall. I took it into the Buick dealer. They could not find an electrical problem. But there is an electrical problem. And has been since I bought it at Jim Riles in Washington Township Michigan.
- Lane departure › Blind spot detection · Power train
Problem in translation
- Exterior lighting
Driver side headlight assembly condensation. Heavy condensation is continuous and never clears up. No visible cracks or broken seals. Upon investigation, this seems to be an issue with Buick. There are numerous complaints among owners. The condensation diminishes the effectiveness of the headlight and limits the vision while driving.
- Electrical system · Vehicle speed control
Speedometer. Instrument cluster which also houses the digital SPEEDOMETER intermittent blacking out. Inability to know how fast vehicle is traveling. Yes, problem has been reproduced by an independent service center. No warning lamps, no warning messages.
- Engine · Power train
2014 Buick Regal GS AWD sedan, second owner. Car was purchased as a certified used from Buick dealer in 2018 with 40,xxx miles. Car now has 137,xxx miles, no longer under extended warranty. Have had all regular maintenance done and have records. Aside from normal wear and tear, no prior issues with…
2014 Buick Regal GS AWD sedan, second owner. Car was purchased as a certified used from Buick dealer in 2018 with 40,xxx miles. Car now has 137,xxx miles, no longer under extended warranty. Have had all regular maintenance done and have records. Aside from normal wear and tear, no prior issues with car. Car engine suddenly started to run rough, Check Engine light came on while driving 65 mph, sudden loss of engine power and car died on the highway causing congestion and vehicles to swerve on highway, loss of steering control, pulled over. Car was able to be restarted but running rough, engine light on, severe reduction in power. Talked with nearest dealer, they said to not drive car. Had local GM mechanic do inspection, computer codes indicated loss of compression on cylinder 3, misfire. Compression check and bore inspection indicated loss of compression on cylinder 3, valve failure/damage, oil in the turbo, requiring complete rebuild or replacement engine and turbo. Review of TSB from GM indicated this is a known issue, engine to be replaced.
- Exterior lighting
Condensation inside both headlights. We didn't notice the problem until we moved from the warm west coast weathe to the midwest where the climate is colder.
- Engine
After buying car from Car dealer named Carizona in Mesa Arizona. 1 week later car needs new engine. Initially message appeared stating Engine Performance reduced after leaving the car dealer. How is it that a car dealer purchases a car not ensuring safety of its vehicles. Was there even a safety…
After buying car from Car dealer named Carizona in Mesa Arizona. 1 week later car needs new engine. Initially message appeared stating Engine Performance reduced after leaving the car dealer. How is it that a car dealer purchases a car not ensuring safety of its vehicles. Was there even a safety check. What if I or someone else got hurt after driving that vehicle. There are multiple safety reports but they are still selling cars.
- Service brakes
After cold start the brake system IS weak to non existent. We have a slope of approximately 25-30 degrees and this caused us to go into our neighbors yard when the brakes only slowed the vehicle and could not bring it to a complete stop. We are currently working with our local dealership to get the…
After cold start the brake system IS weak to non existent. We have a slope of approximately 25-30 degrees and this caused us to go into our neighbors yard when the brakes only slowed the vehicle and could not bring it to a complete stop. We are currently working with our local dealership to get the problem fixed, however diagnosis IS problematic due to the fact that it only occurs on a cold start and then becomes a non issue. Currently yates buick in goodyear az has been dismissive and unhelpful with this problem and buick customer care line IS equally unhelpful. I will update if I can find a mechanic that can diagnose the problem.
- Engine
Purchased in jan 2021 with 94K miles and as of mar 2021 96K miles a catastrophic engine failure of the #4 cylinder. Crack in the piston ring grooves and now has zero compression. While driving the highway at 74 mph. Loss of engine power and check engine light IS on and will stall at idle even in…
Purchased in jan 2021 with 94K miles and as of mar 2021 96K miles a catastrophic engine failure of the #4 cylinder. Crack in the piston ring grooves and now has zero compression. While driving the highway at 74 mph. Loss of engine power and check engine light IS on and will stall at idle even in neutral while sitting at a stop light or stop sign. Engine oil found under the car as well but not sure specific location at this time. Heavy blue smoke from exhaust and very rough idle with lack of response from the turbo along with the traction control light on as well.
- Engine
My buick purchased november 2019 has the misfortune of having the 2.0 ltg 4CYL turbo. Through research I have learned that catastrophic failure with the pistons IS a common occurrence across the gm platform with same engines. This IS likely caused by a misfire or preignition in the cylinder which…
My buick purchased november 2019 has the misfortune of having the 2.0 ltg 4CYL turbo. Through research I have learned that catastrophic failure with the pistons IS a common occurrence across the gm platform with same engines. This IS likely caused by a misfire or preignition in the cylinder which which feeds on itself as it gets worse. Also the pcv system designed for a naturally aspirated engine not a turbo engine. This system functions only when there IS no boost from the turbo. This cause gunk to build up eventually back flowing into #1. Since liquid will not compress it creates pressure in the cylinder damaging the rings. I purchased my car used with no warranty and exactly 100K. Even on the test drive I felt a misfire but was told it's nothing. Maybe my foot slipped. Five days later the preignition happened again. Change the plugs and wires and the problem went away for awhile. Three weeks later when I cold start the engine in the morning to warm up. It was exhibiting the same misfiring along with a fluctuating idle and excessive fuel being blown out the exhaust. Pulled the codes all it said was misfire in #2. Brought it in to service shop. They pulled the codes with nothing reporting. I was told it was a normal situation in the buicks. Being naive and unfamiliar with the motor I believed them. I did find a gm service bulletin that did support what they said. Claimed it was double igniting to heat the catalytic convertor up faster. The engine continued to exhibit the same issues all along im being told nothing IS wrong. Fast forward to last week the problem exponentially increased. Brought it into the dealer. They couldn't "find" anything though they agreed wasn't running right. March 7 another dealership. Yep something IS wrong but the car IS not saying anything. The tech went for a test drive and the motor failed. A bore scope revealed severe piston damage.
- Steering
The power steering has stopped working. I had to replace the battery on the car. After I replaced the battery, the power steering had stopped working. The vehicle was stationary.
- Electrical system
I was backing my car into my driveway and then I shut off engine, radio still playing, then all of a sudden lights started dimming and the anti theft went into action. Whole car shut down, not even remotes would work. Got the hood opened and discovered a melting wire connected to the negative side.…
I was backing my car into my driveway and then I shut off engine, radio still playing, then all of a sudden lights started dimming and the anti theft went into action. Whole car shut down, not even remotes would work. Got the hood opened and discovered a melting wire connected to the negative side. Thank god I was home when it happened. Could this have caught fire inside my garage? My car IS currently at turner toyota in montrose colorado. Was inquiring if this IS a malfunction with wiring harness. So far its costing us 800.00 dollars in repair, which I dont have my car back as of today. I would like this matter closely looked at for a safety recall due to the matter things could have been alot worse.
- Engine
I was driving about 35 mph on city street and my car starting jerking I looked at the dash the gear had shifted it said 'md' when I looked at what gear my car was in . The car was jerking more and there was a lot of smoke coming from my car the engine light also came on . I panicked this has never…
I was driving about 35 mph on city street and my car starting jerking I looked at the dash the gear had shifted it said 'md' when I looked at what gear my car was in . The car was jerking more and there was a lot of smoke coming from my car the engine light also came on . I panicked this has never happened . I turned on a side street and instantly pulled over and turned the car off. Got out the car and opened the hood , let it coo off and started it back up the engine light wasn't on . Drove the car to my destination had no problems . I use this car as my daily driver to work I have to travel 15 miles to and from work . I lease this car from a local dealership in my city I owe about 12 thousand and I make monthly payments . Please help. I believe there IS still a warranty on my car I will have to find out more about it . My son was in the car with me with this happened I was terrified didn't know what to do . The car has 69,3772 miles on it .
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2014 buick regal. While approaching the driveway of her home, the contact attempted to engage the shifter into the park position; however, the vehicle seized without warning while the key was stuck in the ignition. The contact attempted to depress the shifter lever again, but…
TL* the contact owns a 2014 buick regal. While approaching the driveway of her home, the contact attempted to engage the shifter into the park position; however, the vehicle seized without warning while the key was stuck in the ignition. The contact attempted to depress the shifter lever again, but the failure recurred. The contact did not engage the emergency brake. The following day, the contact attempted again to place the shifter in the park position with the key still in the ignition overnight. The contact managed to get the gear to shift and, once restarted, the vehicle resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to pahrump valley auto plaza (2060 e charleston park ave, pahrump, NV 89048, (775) 990-4402) where it was diagnosed that the shifter lever needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
- Engine · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2014 buick regal. The contact stated that the vehicle had a sudden loss of power. The check engine light flashes off and on. Ideal buick GMC (5871 urbana pike, frederick, md 21704, 301-663-3121) and an independent mechanic diagnosed that cylinder four was at 75% psi and the…
TL* the contact owns a 2014 buick regal. The contact stated that the vehicle had a sudden loss of power. The check engine light flashes off and on. Ideal buick GMC (5871 urbana pike, frederick, md 21704, 301-663-3121) and an independent mechanic diagnosed that cylinder four was at 75% psi and the rest of the cylinders were at 160 psi. The dealer and the independent mechanic were unable to provide a specific remedy to prevent the loss of power. The vehicle had to be towed more than once to the dealer and the independent mechanic, but no remedy was provided. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and indicated that there was a power train warranty that may cover the repair. The manufacturer stated that they would follow up regarding the repair process. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,225. *tr
- Engine · Power train · Service brakes
Off and on over the past 6 months, there was a loss of brakes directly after startup. after 30 seconds or so, the brakes would function normally. this car IS normally garage kept. walking to the car at night to leave, I noticed oil on the garage floor coming from under the car. after opening…
Off and on over the past 6 months, there was a loss of brakes directly after startup. after 30 seconds or so, the brakes would function normally. this car IS normally garage kept. walking to the car at night to leave, I noticed oil on the garage floor coming from under the car. after opening the hood, I noticed oil in the engine compartment coming from the top of the engine. after removing the plastic engine cover, I saw that the oil was coming from what I learned IS the vaccum pump. there was a visible break in the pump housing. I went to my local dealership to inquire about getting this serviced under warranty. they started that this part IS only covered under the bumper to bumper warranty and not powertrain warranty, even though the vacuum pump IS directly mounted to and connected to the intake camshaft. my bumper to bumper warranty had expired 3 1/2 months or 219 miles prior, yet the car IS still under the powertrain warranty. the dealership was unwilling to help and quoted me $104 for a new ac delco vacuum pump. I was able to order a new ac delco vacuum pump from rock auto for $43. after receiving the new pump, a mechanic friend was helping me to replace the pump. when the old one was removed, it was shown to have disintegrated. the inside of the part was in many pieces. the part that engages the camshaft was also broke into pieces and at this point I believe that several of those are now inside the engine. at this point I am going to take the old part to the dealership, along with photos of the engine and demand that this IS now fixed under the powertrain warranty, as the powertrain IS directly affected. had this happened while driving, the loss of brakes could have been catastrophic.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fule top line bust gas started to leak spraying gas every where car continued running check engine light never came on car wouldnt turn off even took key out car continued to rev up had to call fire dept to have them turn off the car by unplug the battery there should be a saftey feature where…
Fule top line bust gas started to leak spraying gas every where car continued running check engine light never came on car wouldnt turn off even took key out car continued to rev up had to call fire dept to have them turn off the car by unplug the battery there should be a saftey feature where car will turn off if there IS a gas leak I am so lucky to be alive the car could of blew up on me and I would be died right now.
- Unknown or other
Radio stations randomly go out of reception, when clearly within the city limits of the station.
- Steering
In cold temperatures, there IS a creaking or rubbing noise when turning the steering wheel.
- Engine · Service brakes
Vaccum pump falls apart inside of engine. this causes brakes to not work as intended as there IS no boost. replaced old oem with new oem and within 2 months happend again. at start up and for about two minutes you have no brake assistance. eventually you will have no brake assistance. please be careful
- Unknown or other
While driving on the highway , my sunroof exploded. Luckily the sunroof cover was on and sunroof was not in use. bad design? I have been planning on another buick , but this will deter me away. >1500$ for repair.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2014 buick regal. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when attempting to drive and the battery warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to sterling mccall buick GMC (located at 10422 sw freeway, houston, tx 770744, phone…
TL* the contact owns a 2014 buick regal. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when attempting to drive and the battery warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to sterling mccall buick GMC (located at 10422 sw freeway, houston, tx 770744, phone number: (713) 776-4600), but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the battery failed and needed to be replaced. The battery was replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that one of the senior advisors would call her back. The approximate failure mileage was 16,129.
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.
- 11011989This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11011900This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 11011896This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11011805This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number forreflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
- 11011782This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 11011709This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011444This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer a process for accessing the procedure to add attachments to a GM technical assistance case using the dealer case management tool.
- 11011205This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11011119This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps
- 11010651This service bulletin informs the technician of an alternate lift procedure that has been developed when the lift plate does not fit the top of the transmission case for 6T30, 6T35, 6T40, 6T45, and 6T50 Transmissions.
- 11010545This service bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications (U.S).
- 11010491This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 11010490This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11010422This service bulletin provides information on summer tire performance and tire cold weather cracking.
- 11010421This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 11009764This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 11009756This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
- 11009532This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009531This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009170This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
- 11009156This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 11009088This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
- 11009039This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
- 11009037This service bulletin provides information on Enhancing Field Product Reports with Digital Pictures.
- 11008986This Preliminary information communicatesdirection and examples when diagnosing multiple DTCs, one of which includes U**** Byte 71 DTC.
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11008906This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 11008898The bulletin provides direction on how to locate the Temporary Service Part (TSP) form in GlobalConnect.
- 11008893This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11007936This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007721This service bulletin provides information on AGM batteries that require less frequent charging in storage.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11007196This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency Identification Devices when the concern is present. Dealer should also direct their customers to the appropriate section in the Owner manuals that references that the device complies.
- 11007155This informational bulletin advises the technician that the engine and related parts will be debited if found that the tech did not properly prepare the engine block from dirt and debris in bolt holes or if found that the block was damaged by the tech.
- 11007121This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
- 11007116This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11007115This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
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