2014 Buick Regal
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
24% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
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VACCUM PUMP FALLS APART INSIDE OF ENGINE. THIS CAUSES BRAKES TO NOT WORK AS INTENDED AS THERE IS NO BOOST. REPLACED OLD OEM WITH NEW OEM AND WITHIN 2 MONTHS HAPPEND AGAIN. AT START UP AND FOR ABOUT TWO MINUTES YOU HAVE NO BRAKE ASSISTANCE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180314
16% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE NORMALLY DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO PASS A SEMI TRUCK, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT OUT OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WENT TO MAXIMUN ACCELERATION AND THE BRAKES AND STEERING BOTH FAILED TO RESPOND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170112
#18369: Special Coverage - Camshaft Oil Control Valve (Nov 29, 2018) Document ID # 5182385 (Reference # N182189940) Release Date: November 2018
NHTSA ODI report, 20251013
11% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
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VACCUM PUMP FALLS APART INSIDE OF ENGINE. THIS CAUSES BRAKES TO NOT WORK AS INTENDED AS THERE IS NO BOOST. REPLACED OLD OEM WITH NEW OEM AND WITHIN 2 MONTHS HAPPEND AGAIN. AT START UP AND FOR ABOUT TWO MINUTES YOU HAVE NO BRAKE ASSISTANCE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180314
8% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014.
Campaign 14V092000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles.
Remedy: GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 14V409000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Buick Regal — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V092000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V409000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Buick Regal reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Buick Regal is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Buick Regal?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 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.