10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
66,542 miles

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problem #102

Jan 012020

Regal

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions the headlights became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the wiring in the bumper was hot at the base. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the engine was diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.

- St. Louis, MO, USA

problem #101

May 012021

Regal 4-cyl

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Buick Regal. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH and accelerating to enter the highway, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the traction, stability, and engine power reduced warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated she was able to park on the side of the road for 30 minutes before continuing to drive to her destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The contact also stated that she was unable to open the doors due to the battery not charging. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #100

Jul 082021

Regal

  • miles
While the vehicle was driving, there was a loss of power, at that moment sparks was seen emanating from under the hood, then the vehicle completely stopped running. Once pulled over smoke was bellowing out from the hood and subsequently ignited into flames. Fire department was dispatched and fire was extinguished. The vehicle was towed away and is still at the tow yard. The tow operator, based on visual inspection stated the fire did start in the engine compartment and spread to the fire wall, totaling the vehicle.

- Gooding, ID, USA

problem #99

Jun 302021

Regal

  • miles
The engine shuts off when I slow down to make a left turn, this has happened twice. It does start again. I am afraid to drive it know.

- Madisonheights, VA, USA

problem #98

Jun 012021

Regal

  • miles
The car doesn-€™t stay on park still will move forward or backwards The gear shift locks and does not move When I turn it makes a huge clack sound

- Palmdale , CA, USA

problem #97

Jan 012019

Regal

  • miles
The oil consumption in the car is horrible, I have to atleat add oil in my car about 5 time in between oil changes, and my oil changes are done regularly, ive also have the issue of my oil and gas mixing, I did take it to the shop once and they fixed a recall that was involved with high pressure fuel pump, but im guessing they didnt fix the issue once that repair was done like they said it would.

- Athens, GA, USA

problem #96

Oct 022020

Regal

  • miles
Burning oil on a 2.4L equinox engine

- Kenton, OH, USA

problem #95

Jan 022021

Regal

  • 77,000 miles
Engines started to putter. Then engine power reduced came on. Car died then the service stabilitrak came

- Villa Park, IL, USA

problem #94

Oct 242020

Regal

  • 94,000 miles
Engine timing failure due to faulty chain tensioner at 81000 miles (2/15/2020) engine consumes excessive amounts of oil between changes

- Muncy, PA, USA

problem #93

Sep 162020

Regal

  • 79,000 miles
Vehicle has serious oil consumption issues. Will burn as much as 3 or more quarts in 1000 miles or less. Was notified by Chevrolet mechanic that some oil consumption was normal, but that if the consumption was excessive that I would have to pay up to $3500 or more to fix the car. There isn't a recall out on this make and model, but all cars equipped with this 2.4L ecotech engine had the same issues from the research I conducted. The mechanic I talked to said that this was a known issue due to a defect in the piston rings allowing oil to reach the combustion chamber. Sometimes even the fumes come into the car and they are pretty harsh to breathe in.

- Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

problem #92

Feb 012020

Regal

  • 100,000 miles
Vehicle dies in the middle of driving at all speeds and can't steer or brake only pray. Also, I turned vehicle off and won't restart tower to service center they said I need new engine!!!! I was just driving it no smoke no smell just won't start he said no oil in engine even though not scheduled for a oil change yet. Radio won't keep date or time or radio stations!

- Saucier, MS, USA

problem #91

Jul 162020

Regal 4-cyl

  • 116,500 miles
Driving my car at around 30mph, the car completely shuts off without warning. There is no shutter or sound. It is just suddenly completely turned off. No brakes. No power steering. No gas. You must pull the car over. Come to a complete stop. Put the car in park. Turn the key completely off, and then the car will restart almost every time. This has happened to me 5 times in the 9 years that I have owned it. But it has happened 3 times in the last 3 days. No mechanic nor the dealer can identify the problem. I have replaced the serpentine belt twice, and the throttle body/throttle position sensor.

- Louisville, KY, USA

problem #90

Jun 162020

Regal 4-cyl

  • 97 miles
Timing chain damaged engine

- Southfield, MI, USA

problem #89

Mar 112020

Regal 4-cyl

  • miles
Upon bringing my car in for a P10011 code (the check engine light came on), the dealership stated that the timing chain on my car was stretched and needed to be replaced. It cost over $1900 to fix.

- Acworth, GA, USA

problem #88

May 202020

Regal 4-cyl

  • 97,000 miles
Called local dealership for a few recalls, they said they had to order the parts for recalls so when they got the parts they called and set me a time to get them fixed well when I got there they said that it only had 1 recall and they had to order the part that was already supposed to have been ordered to began with and they would call when they get the part in "still waiting on that call" the vehicle has 97000 miles and is also burning oil fast and smoking out the exhaust, they said it was out of warranty and there is no recall on the engine oil consumption on this vehicle because its VIN specific so the bill would be on me to have the engine tore down to see what is causing it to burn oil but I no it's because of premature wear of the piston rings after the research I have done on these engines so far but what ever the case they have yet to call me back and it's been almost 2 months now not sure what to do at this point.

- Rockwood, TN, USA

problem #87

Mar 152020

Regal

  • 116,000 miles
Timing chain loosened due to tensioner breaking due to the bolt holding it in place widening the hole it was in over time causing the car to jump time and possibly bending all the valves in the motor. Car was being driven on the highway when it stalled and shut off. We had just made a turn so luckily we were not going fast when this happened. No warning lights came on. No codes came up on the computer either when checked.

- Warren, AR, USA

problem #86

Feb 012020

Regal

  • 125 miles
Timing belt tensioner broke which cause timing chain replacement at 125K

- Logan, NJ, USA

problem #85

Jan 242020

Regal

  • 159,000 miles
My 2011 Buick Regal with the 2.4L 4cyl has been excessively consuming oil. The timing chain was replaced around 60K miles, and shortly after the complete engine was replaced (see carfax image attached, confirmed with dealer). Those repairs have happened before I owned this vehicle. My concern is that there is going to be a failure within my engine and the repairs would be costly to me. I believe this issue needs to be looked into as it's been a common issue with these engines. The vehicle is now at 159K miles and I've been adding a quart or more of oil between changes.

- Hibbing, MN, USA

problem #84

Dec 242019

Regal

  • 113,000 miles
113,000 miles, the car said reduced engine power, service stabillitrack and then died. Wouldn't start. Took to repair shop and they pulled the solenoid from the engine and said it was covered with metal shavings. Car was within oil change range but no oil present. Now have to replace the engine and this is an issue with all these 2.4 engines.

- Bowling Green, KY, USA

problem #83

Sep 122019

Regal

  • 73,000 miles
Reference the below background information on GM's L4 - 2.4L 4 cylinder engines: Please reference document id: 4821148 #12313D: Special coverage - engine balance chain and fuel pump - (June 6, 2017) this special coverage bulletin was provided by my mechanic at midas from the alldatapro.com website. Special extended warranty repairs are supposed to be covered via this bulletin for 120,000 miles or 10 years for GM vehicles that have the L4 engine including the 2011 Buick Regal. My 2011 Buick Regal is definitely exhibiting all symptoms / problems that are well known with the General Motors L4 - 2.4 L four cylinder engine. See information below about oil consumption and engine performance symptoms: Https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/research/seven-engines-to-avoid-like-the-plague/ar-aavz7vm#page=3 I am a former GM powertrain division engineering / salaried employee where I had a 20 year career background with engines and transmissions. The L4-2.4L engine is a known safety hazard as the engine can fail while under normal operation on a highway or city street with potential catastrophic results. Even with the mechanic oe bulletin referenced above, GM refuses to cover expenses for permanent repairs for the 2011 Buick Regal. Instead dealership customer service representatives are instructing vehicle owners to just add oil frequently. (note: The low oil indicator is also defective.) please also reference the class action law suit below: Https://www.classaction.org/media/berman-et-al-V-general-motors-llc-joint-notice-of-settlement.pdf GM corporation customer service, professional mechanics, and GM's dealership network (Buick and Cadillac) all are fully aware of the catastrophic safety consequences that this engine poses to the general public; yet, a comprehensive recall and appropriate extended warranty coverage is being denied.

- Charter Township Of Clinton, MI, USA

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