1992 Buick Regal
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 123 |
| 1989 | 106 |
| 1990 | 77 |
| 1991 | 200 |
| 1992 | 144 |
| 1993 | 85 |
| 1994 | 110 |
| 1995 | 173 |
| 1996 | 204 |
| 1997 | 136 |
| 1998 | 302 |
| 1999 | 246 |
| 2000 | 184 |
| 2001 | 187 |
| 2002 | 117 |
| 2003 | 101 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 279 |
| 2012 | 91 |
| 2013 | 91 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 41 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
12% of complaints: seat belts — 17 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH DEATHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *AW
NHTSA ODI report, 19950706
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSM
Remedy: REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
Campaign 91V214000 — check if this car was fixed
SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE
CORRODED REAR DISK BRAKES
INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
Campaign 95V152000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Buick Regal — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V214000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V152000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Buick Regal reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Buick Regal is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Buick Regal?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:retractor, accounting for 12% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Buick Regal have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.