1993 Buick Regal Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 40about this part
- Share
- 47%of 85 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 40 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Buick Regal, 47% of the 85 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased the used 1993 Buick Regal in 6/96. Had the brakes replaced 5 times (3 times it was the calipers and rotors in addition); full failure of vehicle because of grinding vibration noise in rear happened 3 times in last 2 years; front brakes are ready to be replaced again according to mechanic that recently put new tires on vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #719025, filed 2000-02“Ea94-041; when driving andupon depressing brake pedal to make a normal stop, consumer noticed a loud noise coming from rear of the vehicle. Also, vehicle was very difficult to stop. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer has replaced brake calipers on three different occasions. Dealer unable to determine the cause of the problem. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #872656, filed 2000-10“When driving on wet or dry pavement and upon attempting to make a normal stop by depressing brake pedal, pedal traveled to the floorboard causing extended stopping distance. Also, noticed a noise coming from the brakes. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has replaced the calipers. Brake problems returned after repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #863486, filed 2000-06“Poor ABS brake performance, the pedal went to the floor and complete brake failure was experienced which resulted in an accident. Consumer tested brakes at home and brakes wnet almost to the floor, after driving vehicle the brakes would come up, but would become hard, therefore making a stop was a major effort.”
NHTSA complaint #804859, filed 1996-11“Rear calipers are locked up. Vehicle is only relying on the front brakes. Currently, they need to be replaced because they are burning out. Dealer hasn't mentioned if they will repair vehicle, just that there is a class action suit in process.”
NHTSA complaint #866228, filed 2000-07Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 20% |
| 2018 | 8 | 42% |
| 2017 | 12 | 60% |
| 2016 | 3 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 6% |
| 2014 | 4 | 11% |
| 2013 | 6 | 7% |
| 2012 | 9 | 10% |
| 2011 | 34 | 12% |
| 2004 | 4 | 6% |
| 2003 | 10 | 10% |
| 2002 | 7 | 6% |
| 2001 | 12 | 6% |
| 2000 | 13 | 7% |
| 1999 | 25 | 10% |
| 1998 | 27 | 9% |
| 1997 | 11 | 8% |
| 1996 | 42 | 21% |
| 1995 | 42 | 24% |
| 1994 | 26 | 24% |
| 1993 | 40 | 47% |
| 1992 | 54 | 38% |
| 1991 | 117 | 59% |
| 1990 | 43 | 56% |
| 1989 | 54 | 51% |
| 1988 | 68 | 55% |
| 1987 | 17 | 68% |
| 1986 | 2 | 17% |
| 1985 | 3 | 33% |
Other parts of the 1993 Buick Regal
8 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 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.
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