1990 Buick Regal Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 8%of 77 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 147,076miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 1990 Buick Regal, 8% of the 77 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 147,076 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The rear cradle bolts broke and the cradle separated from the body of the vehicle. This caused the steering linkage couplers to separate and fall off, resulting in loss of steering. This occurred because the cradle bolts rusted. This would not have occurred if corrosive restraint parts were used when the rear cradle bolt recall 97v058000 repairs were performed, per the dealership. A recall was issued for the front and rear cradle bolts. The consumer contacted the manufacturer to find out when or if the bolts were ever replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10081463, filed 2004-09, 147,076 miles“After the recall for the cradle bolts was completed, the steering failed. Recall #00 v 189 000. After the recall for the cradle bolts was completed, the steering failed. Recall #00 v 189 000. There was a class action suit on brakes-consumer's brakes failed after the class action suit.”
NHTSA complaint #10015824, filed 2003-04“Consumers son was in operation of the vehicle when suddenly all steering was lost. The vehicle was towed and it was explained that the frame had separated from the chassis and had dropped, disengaging the steering assembly. The cause was the cradle bolts had pulled through the retainers due to corrosion. Buick sent consumer a recall notice shortly after regarding the same problem. Buick told consumer to send the repair bill to them for reimbursement. Consumer has not heard from them since.”
NHTSA complaint #568433, filed 2002-11“While driving approximately 20mph frame on vehicle broke. It happened where the cradle bolts are located. The engine dropped & broke the steering shaft. No steering control. The cracks had occurred in the frame. Had vehicle towed to dealer to check.”
NHTSA complaint #841413, filed 1999-06“While making a turn heard a loud noise coming from left side of car. Took to dealer, and put on front cradle bolts and washer, but never did rear. Consumer felt like rear has gone bad, and they may loose steering.”
NHTSA complaint #882033, filed 2001-03Related recalls
- 00V189000Jul 11, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine…Covers: Buick Regal 1988–1991, Pontiac Grand Prix 1988–1991, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 1988–1990 +2 more
- 97V058000Apr 8, 1997Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine…Covers: Buick Regal 1988–1991, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1988–1991, Pontiac Grand Prix 1988–1991 +5 more
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 | 3 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 6% |
| 2013 | 6 | 7% |
| 2012 | 4 | 4% |
| 2011 | 4 | 1% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 3 | 3% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 6 | 3% |
| 1999 | 3 | 1% |
| 1998 | 9 | 3% |
| 1997 | 4 | 3% |
| 1996 | 10 | 5% |
| 1995 | 6 | 3% |
| 1993 | 4 | 5% |
| 1992 | 7 | 5% |
| 1991 | 20 | 10% |
| 1990 | 6 | 8% |
| 1989 | 15 | 14% |
| 1988 | 17 | 14% |
| 1986 | 2 | 17% |
| 1984 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1990 Buick Regal
43 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1990 Buick Regal
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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