Every 2018 Buick Regal recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 22V465000
Jun 30, 2022Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the EBCM software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
Full recall details for 22V465000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 18V230000
Dec 4, 2018Seat Belts:Rear/Other
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.
- Risk
- If the seat belt fails to adequately restrain the passengers in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belts, correcting the routing of the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 18117.
Full recall details for 18V230000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 18V576000
Aug 30, 2018Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
- Risk
- A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Full recall details for 18V576000 →
2018 Buick Regal complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Buick Regal, reporting 5 crashes, 4 injuries. Buick has issued at least 900 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine9
- Service Brakes9
- Unknown Or Other8
- Electrical System6
- Power Train4
- Back Over Prevention3
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (429)
- Electrical System (214)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (181)
- Unknown Or Other (141)
- Engine (139)
- Power Train (118)
Read Buick Regal owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2018 Buick Regal
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Buick Regal. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Check engine light came on, reads reduced power and is causing problems accelerating”
2018 BUICK REGAL TOURXDec 30, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11633048
Injury reportedCrash
“On Monday, August 14th, at approximately 5 pm, my wife and I were traveling in our 2018 Buick Regal towards a red streetlight. I began applying my brakes to come to a stop. I was several car lengths behind a vehicle that was up ahead.”
2018 BUICK REGALAug 17, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11539236
“My check engine light came on along with my traction control light, and "Reduced Engine Power" popped up. This is connected to a recall on this vehicle for a connector at the throttle pedal.”
2018 BUICK REGAL TOURXDec 23, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11632118
Injury reportedCrash
“September 10, 2022 I was backing out of my driveway, but the car would not slow down, and I hit a tree on my neighbor's easement across the street.”
2018 BUICK REGALSep 28, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11486889
“Rear camera and cross traffic warning system malfunctions randomly, working less than half the time. When the vehicle is put in reverse the system and camera often do not work and issue a notice that it needs serviced.”
2018 BUICK REGAL TOURXJul 31, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11605697
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