CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Buick Regal has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (7 reports).
2018 Buick Regal recalls
Brake Assist May Fail, Increasing Stopping Distance
Certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles may lose power brake assist if the vacuum-powered brake assist fails.
Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking
The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating.
Rear Seat Belts May Not Properly Restrain Passengers
Some rear outboard seat belts may have been routed improperly around the bolster bracket during manufacturing.
Most common 2018 Buick Regal problems
Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
My car was part of recall number 22V465, which was supposed to fix a problem with the electronic brake assist system. The recall repair was done in 2023, but after my battery recently died, the same problem has come back â my brakes are very firm, and I have to press hard to stop. The car is showing trouble codes C028F:04, C1586:04, and V0420:71, all related to the electronic brake control module.
This issue is related to the gear shifter on the vehicle. When stopping the car and putting it into park the dashboard shows the message "Shift to Park." this vehicle has only 50,000 miles on it and this issue cause safety issues as the battery on the vehicle will drain as the car can't be turned off with this message. This issue has been reported for this vehicle in NHTSA Bulletin #10252775. However, the manufacturer is stating that it doesn't link to the cars VIN #. With 10 years + of vehicles in the GM family showing this issue and the issue being all over the internet, the issue must be reported for this vehicle.
Was driving home from work and my brakes suddenly stopped working, if I press all the way down on the brakes they somewhat work. Checked brake fluid and brake lines and everything seems fine. Could this be from vacuum power brake assist fail?
Increased stopping distance during certain brake vacuum loss events. My check engine light goes on and off periodically. When Iâm at a red light my whole car shuts off and goes into a neutral mode then once I press the brake it starts back up.
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Regal equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: Unknown, Tire Size: 245/45R18, and DOT Number: Unknown. The contact stated that after traveling over 3,000 miles and driving at an undisclosed speed, upon reaching his destination, he became aware that an abnormal buddle had developed on the side wall of the front passenger side tire. The tire was taken to the dealer, who determined that the bubble was the result of the vehicle having been driven over a pothole. All four tires were replaced. The tires were not original to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 29,500.
2018 Buick Regal questions
Does the 2018 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Buick Regal: Brake Assist May Fail, Increasing Stopping Distance; Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking; Rear Seat Belts May Not Properly Restrain Passengers. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Buick Regal?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (7), Engine (5), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.