2012 Buick Regal Problems: 3 Known Issues

2012 Buick Regal Problems: 3 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls10 recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured November 3, 2009, to March 25, 2011, equipped with 8-way power adjustable front seats. The power seat wiring harness may contact the seat frame, causing the wires to chafe.

Campaign #16V51700007/07/2016

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Campaign #16V50200005/07/2016

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.

Campaign #14V44700023/07/2014

SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.

Campaign #21V63300012/08/2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.

Campaign #13V17300006/05/2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Buick Regal problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2012 Buick Regal has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Rear Toe Links Can Corrode and Fracture (Recall 26V113), Power-Seat Height Adjuster Bolt Can Fall Out (Recall 14V447), eAssist Generator Control Module Can Fail (Recall 13V173). Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Buick Regal reliable?

The 2012 Buick Regal has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Rear Toe Links Can Corrode and Fracture (Recall 26V113) and Power-Seat Height Adjuster Bolt Can Fall Out (Recall 14V447) and eAssist Generator Control Module Can Fail (Recall 13V173). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2012-2013 Buick Regal Rear Toe Links Can Corrode and Fracture (Recall 26V113)?

NHTSA Recall 26V113 covers certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS vehicles that were sold or ever registered in the campaign's named corrosion states and were not included in prior recall 21V00F. Improper electrocoating can make a rear toe link susceptible to long-term corros… Severity: high.

What is the 2011-2012 Buick Regal Power-Seat Height Adjuster Bolt Can Fall Out (Recall 14V447)?

GM Recall 14271, NHTSA 14V447, covers certain 2011-2012 Buick Regal vehicles equipped with power height-adjustable front seats. A shoulder bolt securing a front-seat height adjuster can loosen or fall out, causing the seat to drop suddenly to its lowest vertical position. Sudden… Severity: high.

What is the 2012-2013 Buick Regal eAssist Generator Control Module Can Fail (Recall 13V173)?

GM Recall 13136A, NHTSA 13V173, covers certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal eAssist vehicles. A malfunctioning Generator Control Module can cause gradual loss of battery charge and illuminate the malfunction indicator. If the vehicle continues to be driven, the engine can stall or fail… Severity: high.

2012 Buick Regal Problems: 3 Known Issues

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2012-2013 Buick Regal: Rear Toe Links Can Corrode and Fracture (Recall 26V113)#

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What is the 2012-2013 Buick Regal Rear Toe Links Can Corrode and Fracture (Recall 26V113)?

What is the 2011-2012 Buick Regal Power-Seat Height Adjuster Bolt Can Fall Out (Recall 14V447)?

What is the 2012-2013 Buick Regal eAssist Generator Control Module Can Fail (Recall 13V173)?