1995 Buick Regal vs 1997 Buick Regal
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Buick Regal | 1997 Buick Regal |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 173 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 102 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 105,886 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Buick Regal |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 49 | 7 |
| Steering | 14 | 37 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 39 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 18 |
| Visibility | 11 | 11 |
| Power Train | 14 | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
1995 Buick Regal
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.