2016 Buick Regal Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Regal years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 14th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Buick Regal. That ranks 14th out of 24 Regal model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (10 complaints, 24%), typically at around 80,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 41owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Buick Regal problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 10 | 24% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 15% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 15% | 25,700 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 12% | 38,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 12% | 29,900 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 12% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 12% | 13,600 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 7% | 54,280 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 7% | 11,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 5% | 700 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 2% | 85,900 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 107,860 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Buick Regal recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering:electric power assist system
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 21510.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My Buick stops when driving unknown when itâs a surprise lights and dash go off almost got hit took to mechanics itâs the 2016-17 âthrow away motorâ ad they call it does not last and getsâmetal piecesâ to ruin motor and turbo as I have noticed speed issues and dying unexpectedly itâs…
My steering failed and started pulling left into traffic. It was hard to keep it in my lane. Had to have it towed by AAA. Took to my mechanic and he said it was the electric belt drive rack &pinion steering. He told me there was a recall on it. When I checked I was told that my vin # was not…
My tires were Black when I bought them at Wittlins in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin in 2020. They have been continualy turning brown on the outside of tire. Now they are a beige color on the outside of tire. It seems the tires are aging terribly. I complained to Wittlins a few times about tires…
I purchased the 2016 Buick Regal used in 2021 with 40,000 miles., it now has close to 70,000 miles. Itâs still in well cared for mint condition, except for the driver side headlight. Condensation appeared and has been getting worse, dealership says the only option is buying another complete…
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an…
Other Buick Regal years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Regal | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 Regal | 19 | 3 |
| 2018 Regal | 19 | 3 |
| 2017 Regal | 20 | 0 |
| 2016 | 41 | 1 |
| 2015 Regal | 33 | 0 |
| 2014 Regal | 38 | 2 |
| 2013 Regal | 91 | 6 |
| 2012 Regal | 92 | 7 |
| 2011 Regal | 280 | 4 |
| 2010 Regal | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Regal | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 Regal | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 Regal | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 Regal | 66 | 2 |
| 2003 Regal | 101 | 3 |
| 2002 Regal | 117 | 3 |
| 2001 Regal | 187 | 6 |
| 2000 Regal | 184 | 8 |
| 1999 Regal | 246 | 6 |
| 1998 Regal | 302 | 6 |
| 1997 Regal | 136 | 7 |
| 1996 Regal | 204 | 3 |
| 1995 Regal | 173 | 8 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Buick Regal?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Buick Regal?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Buick Regal a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Regal model years, the 2016 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.