2016 Buick Regal Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 7%of 41 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2016 Buick Regal, 7% of the 41 complaints for this model year.
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.
“Interior Chrome Driver Door Handle: The chrome film splits which caused a sharp edge on the edge of the chrome film of the door handle. I cut the edge of my finger on this sharp edge. When I took my vehicle in to have this handle replaced, I had to purchase the entire Driver's Side Door Panel just to get the handle. When speaking to my Service Rep, he informed me of another elderly customer that also cut their finger on their door handle.”
NHTSA complaint #11449516, filed 2022-01“Letter from congressman visclosky on behalf of constituent re the materials used to manufacturer automobiles should be looked into for the safety of the consumers. The consumer stated the vehicle was in a minor accident that caused significant damage to the bumper. The consumer was informed that the bumper may have been made out of a tire compound. The consumer believed that the bumper should be only out of steel. Updated 11/3/2017”
NHTSA complaint #11042448, filed 2017-11“Water leaking into both front headlights results in dimming of headlights making it hard to see during nighttime driving and a real concern that the HID ballast wiring will short out causing complete loss of headlight operational function. There are many reports online of customers complaining that their HID headlights blew out due to water leakage and they were unable to see properly during nighttime driving. This is huge safety issue. Dealer Confirmed fault with both front headlight assemblies and verified significant water leakage into headlight assemblies. …”
NHTSA complaint #11442752, filed 2021-12Related service bulletins
- 11015382Feb 20, 2025This informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the shipping film.
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This 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.
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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 2016 Buick Regal
10 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Buick Regal
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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