CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Buick Regal has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 280 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 7 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (108 reports).
2011 Buick Regal recalls
Chafed Seat Wiring Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Some vehicles have an 8-way power front seat wiring harness that may rub against the seat frame.
Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway
The electronic park lock lever on these vehicles may allow the ignition key to be removed while the transmission is not in PARK.
Most common 2011 Buick Regal problems
Problem areas named in the 280 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 108 |
| Electrical System | 76 |
| Power Train | 39 |
| Exterior Lighting | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 32 |
| Seats | 29 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 19 |
| Steering | 17 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2011 Buick Regal. While the contact's daughter was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle jerked and was uncontrollable. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear driver's side toe link was fractured. The contact stated that the rear driver's side toe link was fractured in half and the rear driver's side wheel was leaning. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact's uncle, who was a retired independent mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle with a fractured rear driverâs side toe ring and a rear passenger's side fractured toe link. The contact was informed that the rear driver'
While driving on the highway at 60 mph, warning on dash came on saying âengine power reducedâ and drop down speed to around 25 mph and I could not accelerate more than 25 mph on the highway which could have caused an accident because of the traffic flow behind me. I put a code scanner under the dash and it read code P2138, Throttle pedal position sensor switch.
The contact owns a 2011 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
The cars mileage was altered due to car being wrecked prior and the other car that was used to replace wrecked parts was hidden and vin number was altered. Copart Inc and ICT Sharp Rides are party's involved, I bought car on 12/28/2023 mileage was listed as 132525
I hit a deer going 60 mph and the airbag didnât deploy, the service airbag light came on after I hit it. Iâd assume that means the airbag tried to deploy but ran into an issue
2011 Buick Regal questions
Does the 2011 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Buick Regal: Chafed Seat Wiring Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway; Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust; Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Buick Regal?
Based on 280 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (108), Electrical System (76), Power Train (39).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.