2016 Buick Regal Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 7%of 41 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 11,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2016 Buick Regal, 7% of the 41 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 11,000 miles.
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.
“While traveling on a highway at 60 MPH the sunroof exploded. The glass flew in and out of the car sticking me in the face and body. There was no contact with any outside object, the road was smooth and there were no overhead trees, signs or bridges.”
NHTSA complaint #11036011, filed 2017-10, 24,233 miles“When backing out of a dark area (such as a garage) into bright light, or when leaving a dark tunnel into bright light, the backup display or forward navigation display become unusable due to contrast ( washout ) issues. The system in the Buick is a single sensor system (it also controls the automatic head lights) that requires 20-30 seconds to adjust contrast after a transition from dark to light. This 20-30 second delay is critical when backing up because you lose the view offered by the review camera unless you stop while the system adjusts. …”
NHTSA complaint #10854935, filed 2016-04, 125 miles“2016 Buick Regal with 11k mikes. The windshield recently developed a crack in the left lower corner. The crack started at the bottom edge (below the dash) about 8 inches from the lower left corner. Over several days, the crack slowly spread up and to the left, ending at the left edge of the windshield about 6 inches from the lower left corner. The crack is in the inner laminated glass only. Vehicle was taken to a Buick dealer to see if the windshield can be replaced under warranty. The service advisor claimed it was a stress crack, but wanted to check with the GM zone rep. Before proceeding. …”
NHTSA complaint #10945631, filed 2017-01, 11,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This 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.
- 11006511Jul 31, 2024This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
- 10247780Sep 26, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 5% |
| 2018 | 2 | 11% |
| 2016 | 3 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 6% |
| 2014 | 3 | 8% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 | 1 | 0% |
| 2004 | 2 | 3% |
| 2003 | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 | 7 | 6% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 10 | 5% |
| 1999 | 21 | 9% |
| 1998 | 28 | 9% |
| 1997 | 11 | 8% |
| 1996 | 7 | 3% |
| 1995 | 11 | 6% |
| 1994 | 14 | 13% |
| 1993 | 4 | 5% |
| 1992 | 8 | 6% |
| 1991 | 2 | 1% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
| 1989 | 4 | 4% |
| 1988 | 4 | 3% |
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 complaintsBody and structure
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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