1991 Buick Regal Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 10%of 200 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 102,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the body and structure of the 1991 Buick Regal, 10% of the 200 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 102,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
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“My son purchased this car in nov. Of 2001. He was coming up to a red light and he heard a loud pop . When he proceeded from the light , the car wouldn t steer. When he got out and looked , his engine cradle was sitting on the ground. We called a tow truck and the driver told us that issue was a recall item. I went up the road to a Buick dealer and the tech. Told me yes it was a recall and to have the car towed there. The tech. Said it would be about $1,000. To fix. …”
NHTSA complaint #756714, filed 2002-01“As of now, I am completely locked out of my vehicle. Both door handles have broken due to poor manufacturing. I know other people who have had the same problem. Also to be poorly manufactured, they are quite expensive.”
NHTSA complaint #720412, filed 2000-03“The contact stated while driving less than 20 MPH and making turns a clunking noise was heard coming from the engine. Upon inspection, the independent repair shop determined the bolts and washers from the engine cradle were corroded and needed to be replaced. The mechanic discovered two recalls for the bolts, NHTSA campaign # 97v058000 and # 00v189000. According to the manufacturer's records both recalls were previously performed. The bolts and washers are being replaced. Updated 04/11/06.”
NHTSA complaint #10153893, filed 2006-03, 145,285 milesRelated 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 1991 Buick Regal
117 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsSeat belts
14 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 28, 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