1985 Buick Regal

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

9 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

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   1984-10-01Steering84V124000 The tie rods are part of the steering linkage and transmit turning movements to the wheels. The bolts that fasten the tie rods to their adjusters may not be tight enough. This could allow the tie…

   Remedy: The tie rod end bolts will be tightened without cost to the owner.

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   1984-11-27Seat belts84V154000 The vehicles were assembled with front seat belt retractors which may not perform adequately during a collision.

   Remedy: The dealer will replace the left and right front seat belt retractors free of charge.

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   1985-05-15Visibility85V047000 A loss of bonding adhesion between the paint and the windshield opening area could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 mile per hour frontal barrier test required by FMVSS 212…

   Remedy: Remove and reinstall windshield if a lack of paint bonding is evident.

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   1985-09-26Equipment85V114000 The certification label located on the left front door did not include a required federal certification statement.

   Remedy: Labels containing correct information are being mailed and should be installed on the left front door.

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   1986-03-07Vehicle speed control86V030000 The throttle return spring assembly may fail preventing the throttle from returning to the closed (Idle) position when the accelerator pedal is released.

   Remedy: Replace throttle return spring.

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   1986-08-25Engineering analysisClosed 1988-03-02 Windshield wipers
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   1987-08-27Structure87V124000 Small cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole.

   Remedy: Install inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars.

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   1988-02-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-05-11 Headlamp switch failure
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   1988-02-11Exterior lighting88V014000 Under extended headlamp usage, circuitry in the headlamp switch panel might experience increased resistance and excessive heat buildup.

   Remedy: Replace headlight switch with modified switch.

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    1989-03-06CClosed 1990-01-16 Throttle non-return
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    1989-03-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-05-12 Jammed steering mechanism
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    1989-07-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-09-22 Parking brake cable
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    1989-10-31Preliminary evaluationClosed 1990-02-28 Cruise control failure
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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

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    Date not on fileStructure85V049000 The rear bumper may fracture during a rear end collision, puncture the fuel tank, and cause a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Replace the rear bumper brackets and the "L" Shaped reinforcement with a "U" Shaped full reinforcement.

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Is the 1985 Buick Regal reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Buick Regal?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Buick Regal have?

9 recalls on file for this model year.