buick Regal problems
0 safety recalls. 37 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
SUMITOMO 225/60R18 HTR A/S P02 TIRES NO VISIBLE DOT REGISTRATION NUMBER QUESTION AS TO THE LEGITIMACY OF TIRES BEING USED IN USA MEETING PUBLIC SAFETY STANDARDS.
Driver side HID headlight filling with condensation on lens and water collecting inside the headlight capsule where the wiring for the bulbs and ballast run through. Daytime running light now out and potential loss of headlight use is foreseen.
FULE TOP LINE BUST GAS STARTED TO LEAK SPRAYING GAS EVERY WHERE CAR CONTINUED RUNNING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NEVER CAME ON CAR WOULDNT TURN OFF EVEN TOOK KEY OUT CAR CONTINUED TO REV UP HAD TO CALL FIRE DEPT TO HAVE THEM TURN OFF THE CAR BY UNPLUG THE BATTERY THERE SHOULD BE A…
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY , MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. LUCKILY THE SUNROOF COVER WAS ON AND SUNROOF WAS NOT IN USE. BAD DESIGN? I HAVE BEEN PLANNING ON ANOTHER BUICK , BUT THIS WILL DETER ME AWAY. >1500$ FOR REPAIR.
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Buick Regal reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Buick Regal is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Buick Regal?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Buick Regal has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Buick Regal?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 37 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.