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2014 Buick Regal vs 2014 Nissan Altima

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2014 Buick Regal2014 Nissan Altima
NHTSA complaints381,111
Recall campaigns28
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,752317
Investigations05
Crash reports152
Fire reports08
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)22–2425–31
Median reported mileage50,727 mi67,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentBuick RegalNissan Altima
Exterior Lighting3298
Power Train6209
Air Bags0208
Suspension1130
Engine977
Electrical System671
Steering358
Structure052

Symptoms owners describe

Airbag warning light091
Stalling070
Vibration / shaking059
Rust / corrosion056
Hesitation / surging033
Check engine light027
Clunking / rattling014
Loss of power011

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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.