2011 Buick Regal Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 6%of 280 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the fuel system of the 2011 Buick Regal, 6% of the 280 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle dies in the middle of driving at all speeds and can't steer or brake only pray. Also, I turned vehicle off and won't restart tower to service center they said I need new engine!!!! I was just driving it no smoke no smell just won't start he said no oil in engine even though not scheduled for a oil change yet. Radio won't keep date or time or radio stations!”
NHTSA complaint #11350116, filed 2020-08, 100,000 miles“I noticed that the car was resisting acceleration a little bit, have 48,545 miles on it and took it for oil change with fuel injection cleaner and full tank of good gas. Got on highway and the acceleration died completely and no gas was getting through, like flooring it in neutral. Pulled off the side and it restarted but continued dying along the way if I try to accelerate.”
NHTSA complaint #11341223, filed 2020-07, 48,535 miles“Nyb car has less than 69k miles and is burning through oil. I bought it used and the dealer liked warranty ended before problems started. My check engine light came on within the first 2000 miles of me driving and the dealer wanted to charge me another $200 for a diagnostic. So I went to a mechanic and he said the engine was burning through oil faster than it should. At this point the car had turned off while under 10mph twice which is dangerous as the brakes lock up along with steering becoming very stiff. …”
NHTSA complaint #11195575, filed 2019-04, 55,000 miles“When I filled the Buick Regal with gas and at speeds 45mph and up, you start to smell gas fumes inside the vehicle. It's cold out so the windows are up and on two occasions, after I got to work I was dizzy and light-headed and my heart was pounding. Two co-workers wouldn't leave my side until my head cleared. They thought I was having a heart attack or something, but my heart and head finally cleared. I'm scared to drive it and I work an hour away and may cause an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10659960, filed 2014-11, 31,928 miles“Takata recall - my Regal is 2011. I have not had any problems prior to this. My service stabilitrak ligh began coming on along with ABS light. I also explained the check engine light would come on after filling the tank and it reduced to 3/4 of tank. Last week all lights came in on car as I was parking. Took the car into to be serviced. The dealer completed a diagnosis advising I had a leak from my fuel pump. Needed new fuel pump, fuel injectors. For the ABS problem needed new bearings and sensors. I drove away for second opinion. …”
NHTSA complaint #10991178, filed 2017-05, 60,800 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11006711Aug 8, 2024This service bulletin provides diagnostic repair information for customer concerns of Engine Run-On, Rough Running, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10234144Mar 20, 2023This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 10222766Sep 16, 2022This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 5% |
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 | 4 | 12% |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% |
| 2013 | 4 | 4% |
| 2012 | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 | 17 | 6% |
| 2004 | 1 | 2% |
| 2003 | 3 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 7 | 4% |
| 1999 | 6 | 2% |
| 1998 | 4 | 1% |
| 1997 | 5 | 4% |
| 1996 | 19 | 9% |
| 1995 | 3 | 2% |
| 1994 | 2 | 2% |
| 1993 | 4 | 5% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
| 1991 | 6 | 3% |
| 1990 | 3 | 4% |
| 1989 | 3 | 3% |
| 1988 | 7 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2011 Buick Regal
108 complaintsElectrical system
75 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
39 complaintsExterior lighting
38 complaintsBrakes
34 complaintsSeats
29 complaintsElectronic stability control
19 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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.
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