2016 Buick Regal: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Buick Regal: 1 recall, 41 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #16V108000 · 2016 · 74 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that May fail.
Why it matters: A loss of power steering assist May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (10): the most common themes are steering problems (10), warning light on (2).
- Electrical (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Buick Regal has 41 owner complaints, ranking #19 of 29 Regal model years for complaints (well below the 103 average). Complaints peaked in 2021 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 27,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (33 complaints, 0 recalls), 2017 (20 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 30 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Buick Regal. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Buick Regal problems?
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (10), electrical (6), exterior lights (6).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Buick Regal get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Buick Regal repair manual?
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