CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Buick Regal has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 3 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (67 reports).
1989 Buick Regal recalls
Most common 1989 Buick Regal problems
Problem areas named in the 106 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 67 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Structure | 15 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Parking Brake | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
What owners report
THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. NO OTHER INFORMATION WAS GIVEN.
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING UNDER 10 MPH, THE ENGINE FELL OUT FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THIS OCCURRED IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE AND THE CONTACT DETERMINED THE REAR CRADLE BOLT BROKE AND REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 97V058000, REGARDING THE STRUCTURE. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE RECALL; HOWEVER, IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN.
VEHICLE SMELLED OF GAS, THERE WAS GAS ON THE GROUND ALL THE TIME. THE GAS TANK WAS DEFECTIVE AS STATED IN RECALL 88V188000. *AK
CONSUMER STATES WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE ENGINE FAIL FROM UNDER VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS SERVICE TECHNICIAN NOTICE CRADLE MOUNTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS
WHILE DRIVING ENGINE LOST POWER CAUSING A CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
1989 Buick Regal questions
Does the 1989 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1989 Buick Regal: Structure; Structure; Wheels; Wheels; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Buick Regal?
Based on 106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (67), Electrical System (16), Structure (15).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Buick Regal has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.