1991 Buick Regal Seat belts Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 7%of 200 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the seat belts of the 1991 Buick Regal, 7% of the 200 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 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.
“Was traveling on a curve when in split second loss steering and ended off roadway upside down ,it was after about a year I started getting recall notices that said this same thing would happen ,these recalls started in 2000,and 2001 ,and that's when I started to think that infact the bolts failing caused my accident or contributed to it . …”
NHTSA complaint #10313401, filed 2010-02, 80,000 miles“Federal authorities are investigating whether general motors hid an ignition switch defect when it filed for bankruptcy in 2009,the justice department's investigation of the automaker includes a probe of whether GM committed bankruptcy fraud by not disclosing the ignition problem, a person briefed on the inquiry, authorities are also investigating whether GM understated the defect to federal safety regulators,under the tread act or the fed recall act,the manufacturer is to replace the faulty car,when will my car be replaced what about the frame cradle bolt recall, I had a roll over accident…”
NHTSA complaint #10592944, filed 2014-05, 75,000 miles“While traveling at 20 MPH vehicle slowed down. Consumer noticed the gas tank was low, and drove into the gas station for gas, and another consumer yelled that vehicle was leaking gas. Consumer noticed gasoline all over the street. Vehicle had to be towed. Gas tank and fuel line were replaced. Also, consumer was concerned, that seat belts cut across the passengers' throat, and needed to be redesigned.”
NHTSA complaint #10105313, filed 2004-12, 53,000 miles“Recalls 91v005 & 92v003; driver's seat belt malfunctioned, the shoulder belt did not retract. Won't protect the occupant in event of an accident. Manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall. Cause unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #828478, filed 1998-10“The seat belt on the driver's side is hanging out of the retractor, and will not retract back into the mechanism. The dealer is aware of the problem. Dealer not willing to correct free of charge.”
NHTSA complaint #827422, filed 1998-08Related recalls
- 92V003000Jan 10, 1992The front door shoulder belt guide loops may be cracked and are not in compliance with fmvss 208.Covers: Buick Regal 1991, Chevrolet Cavalier 1991, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1991 +3 more
- 91V005000Oct 2, 1991Front shoulder safety belt webbing may separate at front belt upper guide loops on either side of the front seat.Covers: Buick Regal 1990–1991, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1990, Chevrolet Lumina 1990 +1 more
Seat belts: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2015 | 2 | 6% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 2 | 2% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 10 | 4% |
| 1998 | 5 | 2% |
| 1997 | 2 | 1% |
| 1996 | 10 | 5% |
| 1995 | 10 | 6% |
| 1994 | 5 | 5% |
| 1993 | 7 | 8% |
| 1992 | 30 | 21% |
| 1991 | 14 | 7% |
| 1990 | 3 | 4% |
| 1989 | 2 | 2% |
| 1988 | 5 | 4% |
| 1987 | 3 | 12% |
Other parts of the 1991 Buick Regal
117 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Buick Regal
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology