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RecallGazette

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2016 Buick Regal vs 2016 Ford Fusion

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.

Metric2016 Buick Regal2016 Ford Fusion
NHTSA complaints411,600
Recall campaigns113
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,211153
Investigations04
Crash reports057
Fire reports06
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)22–2425–41
Median reported mileage29,900 mi78,003 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentBuick RegalFord Fusion
Engine5439
Power Train5309
Steering10176
Electrical System6145
Engine and Engine Cooling1108
Back Over Prevention0103
Service Brakes383
Fuel/propulsion System183

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light0227
Overheating0179
Misfire / rough idle0120
Stalling0108
Vibration / shaking063
Loss of power060
Hesitation / surging030
Steering problems024

Compare all Buick Regal vs Ford Fusion years →

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.