1991 Buick Regal Engine cooling Problems

“The car was taken in for service and we were told that the problem was due to the engine bolts were not secure. While browsing the net I found that the 91 Buick Regal was being recalled because of this and I want to know what steps need to be taken in order to correct this problem. The car was taken to pep boys for tires when I was informed of a need for the the rear brake assembly (drums, rotors, calipers, etc.) to be repaired and I found that Buick was having a problem with these parts as well as the suspension. I also found that chevy was having a similar problem with the lumina. …”

“While driving and going down a hill consumer smelled hot fuel smell. Gauges looked fine. Then, a couple of minutes later checked it again, and battery gauge was low. Consumer kept driving, as approaching intersection vehicle died. Consumer coasted to right and saw smoke. Then, cosumer left car, and there was an explosion with flames.”

“Twice the bolts that support engine rotted out, causing the engine to drop down on the highway. The first time was on novemer 28, 1997 with 78,000 miles and on april 20, 1999. Consumer also stated that the frame is cracked, the dealer/manufacturer were notified about this problem. Vehicle has been repaired at owner's expense. Consumer feels he should be compensated for repairs.”

“While driving on the highway then stopped at a stop sign. Went to turn, and the rear of engine dropped onto the highway. Contacted dealer, and was told that two rear bolts on engine cradle had rotted out. They made the necessary repairs. Took the vehicle for a state inspection and was told that the engine cradle had rotted out, and craced across the frame. Contacted dealer again, and was told not under warranty.”

“On 11-28-97, engine cradle bolts rusted . When driver made a turn engine separated from the vehicle. The dealer repaired vehicle . On 15-apr-99, owner took the vehicle to repair shop again because the engine cradles rusted again. Manufacturer has been notified.”