1992 Buick Regal: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 144 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (35% of complaints); the 1990 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 1995
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“1992 buick regal, everytime I open the driver side door, it burns the fuse for the courtesy lights, radio, cassette player, all interior lights. I am afraid it might burn the car. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2011
“Trying to find out if there was a recall on front seat belt of buick regal 92 due to facts one -mine broke during accident fact two -the shoulder restraint didn't lock like suppose to. *nm”Owner report · Seat Belts · Sep 2006
“When the vehicle was on a hoist for a transmission replacement the sub frame fell down. The sub frame was not welded properly at the factory. Dealer has been informed of the problem, and claims that there is no recall on this vehicle.*ak”Owner report · Structure · Apr 2004
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“Transmission dip-stick is too long and causes a false reading of fluid level! Hence, when fluid is 1 qt.(+/-) low dip-stick shows full, even though vehicle will not engage in gear. Many owners have towed to transmission shop for repair when all is needed is additional fluid. This causes unnessary costs (expensive, etc.) which most shops will charge for as high priced repair &/or installation of re-built transmission worst of all, the stalled vehicle can result in injury &/or death !!! *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2003
“When getting out of the vehicle the driver put the power windows up. The child, age 5, in the back seat stuck his head out of the window while the windows were going up and became stuck. The driver got the child out of the window and resuscitated the child. *ak the window would not retract open upon meeting resistance. The vehicle had to be turned on to remove the child. *scc *jb”Owner report · Visibility · Jun 2003
“Consumer states the driver's seat belt retracts back to the spool after it was pulled out to lock in place. The seat belt no longer has resistent to secure the occupant. The dealer is not aware. Please add more information. Mr”Owner report · Seat Belts · Oct 2002
“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle has had continual problems with the transmission. The vehicle has been to the dealer several times for repairs but the problem persists. The transmission was also rebuilt by an independent mechanic. There is a recall #91v214000 pertaining to power train:automatic transmission. The manufacturer confirmed that VIN was included in the recall but that the recall has expired. The vehicle also has continuous failure in the design of the whole brake system. Two mechanics confirmed that the brake problem is a chronic problem due to a manufacturer defect. The dealer and the manufacturer do not acknowledge the brake failure as a manufacturer defect.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2002
“Odometer does not work properly. Does not have the correct reading.it has read 109,200 from the date of purchase until now.*ak”Owner report · Power Train · May 2002
“Calipers will not come off the brake pads. Consumer is not able to change pads, and has to ride with warped brakes. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further information.*ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2001
“Vehicle experienced problem with smoke coming from steering wheel, and causing turn signal failure. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further details. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2000
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 10 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSMISSION TO REMAIN IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION.
Remedy: REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
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."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
How other years compare
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Is the 1992 Buick Regal reliable?
NHTSA has 144 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1992 Buick Regal. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (35% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1992 Buick Regal problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 109,500 miles or less.
Does the 1992 Buick Regal have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning power train:automatic transmission. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.