Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Buick Regal. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗LIGHTING:LAMP OR SOCKET:SIDE MARKER LIGHTS
- Summary
- INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence
- CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC
- Summary
- THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSMISSION TO REMAIN IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION.
- Consequence
- IF THE TRANSMISSION REMAINS IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFTINDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AND RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
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Owner complaints (144)
144 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 144 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 54 | 37.5% |
| Seat belts | 30 | 20.8% |
| Power train | 19 | 13.2% |
| Electrical system | 13 | 9% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 8 | 5.6% |
| Steering | 8 | 5.6% |
| Visibility | 8 | 5.6% |
| Equipment | 7 | 4.9% |
| Structure | 7 | 4.9% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 3.5% |
How 1992 compares with other Regal years
Best and worst Regal years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 123 | 10 |
| 1989 | 106 | 7 |
| 1990 | 77 | 8 |
| 1991 | 200 | 6 |
| 1992 | 144 | 2 |
| 1993 | 85 | 2 |
| 1994 | 110 | 3 |
| 1995 | 173 | 8 |
| 1996 | 204 | 3 |
| 1997 | 136 | 7 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 20 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 444 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 20 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 26 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1992 Regal for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1992 Buick Regal FAQ
How many recalls does the 1992 Buick Regal have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 95V152000 (lighting), 91V214000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1992 Buick Regal problems?
Owners filed 144 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (54), Seat belts (30), Power train (19) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1992 Buick Regal get?
EPA rates the 3.1 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic version at 17 city, 24 highway and 20 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1992 Regal compare with other years?
Among the 1988–1997 Buick Regal model years at least five years old, the 1990 drew the fewest complaints (77) and the 1996 the most (204). The 1992 drew 144. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.