1991 Buick Regal Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 6%of 200 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 118,654miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the steering of the 1991 Buick Regal, 6% of the 200 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 118,654 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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“Abrupt, total loss of steering control: as the vehicle rolled to a stop at a traffic signal, and loud bang was heard and felt coming from the front end of the car. Cautiously moving off from the stop, there was a complete loss of steering control; the steering wheel just spun freely, while the vehicle tracked almost straight ahead. Since there was still power and braking, the driver was able to roll to a stop on the right shoulder of the road. (if the loss of steering control had occurred three minutes later, it would have been at 65 MPH ... …”
NHTSA complaint #10393193, filed 2011-03, 157,309 miles“Two months ago when I used my turn signal smoke began to come from the steering column. Anytime I use the turn signal now it smokes. We have contacted the dealer and tried to get the part but everyone has told us that it will most likely take 6 months. I do not want to put my families safety on the line like that. Gm seems to not be taking the stituation as seriously as they should be.”
NHTSA complaint #729972, filed 2000-09“While coming home heard a banging noise whenever hitting a bump. Consumer turned steering and heard a large clunk. Then, there was loss of steering control, steer wheel could turn all the way around.”
NHTSA complaint #882771, filed 2001-03“Had received second recall notice 97v058000 regarding cradle bolts. Again called dealership about parts. Again dealership said no parts available & would call when they come in.”
NHTSA complaint #826079, filed 1998-07Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2017 | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 | 10 | 24% |
| 2015 | 1 | 3% |
| 2014 | 3 | 8% |
| 2013 | 4 | 4% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 17 | 6% |
| 2004 | 6 | 9% |
| 2003 | 10 | 10% |
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 | 14 | 7% |
| 2000 | 30 | 16% |
| 1999 | 31 | 13% |
| 1998 | 76 | 25% |
| 1997 | 37 | 27% |
| 1996 | 18 | 9% |
| 1995 | 14 | 8% |
| 1994 | 3 | 3% |
| 1993 | 2 | 2% |
| 1992 | 8 | 6% |
| 1991 | 12 | 6% |
| 1990 | 2 | 3% |
| 1989 | 4 | 4% |
| 1988 | 2 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 4% |
| 1985 | 1 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1991 Buick Regal
117 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsSeat belts
14 complaintsElectrical system
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 29, 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