Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Buick Regal. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Loss of Power Steering Assist
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.
- Consequence
- A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 21510.
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Owner complaints (41)
41 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 41 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 10 | 24.4% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 14.6% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 14.6% |
| Engine | 5 | 12.2% |
| Power train | 5 | 12.2% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 12.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 12.2% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 7.3% |
| Structure | 3 | 7.3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 7.3% |
How 2016 compares with other Regal years
Best and worst Regal years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 280 | 4 |
| 2012 | 92 | 7 |
| 2013 | 91 | 6 |
| 2014 | 38 | 2 |
| 2015 | 33 | 0 |
| 2016 | 41 | 1 |
| 2017 | 20 | 0 |
| 2018 | 19 | 3 |
| 2019 | 19 | 3 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 |
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.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Buick Regal 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,400
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 312 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 35 / 28 | $2,400 | 312 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | $2,800 | 374 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 | 372 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 30 / 23 | $2,900 | 381 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,050 | 407 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 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
2016 Buick Regal FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Buick Regal have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 16V108000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Buick Regal problems?
Owners filed 41 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (10), Electrical system (6), Exterior lighting (6) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Buick Regal get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 24 city, 35 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Buick Regal get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Buick Regal 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 Regal compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 Buick Regal model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2011 the most (280). The 2016 drew 41. 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.