Major Problems with 2012 Buick Regal Derived from Complaints & Recalls

Custom-fit Add-ons

Torque wrench
Mechanic tool set
Tool box

Worst 3 complaints of 2012 Buick Regal

2012 Buick Regal HEAD RESTRAINT Victims: 2 Mileage: 8000 miles

2012 Buick Regal ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mileage: 39000 miles

2012 Buick Regal INTERIOR LIGHTING Mileage: 58000 miles

Browse 2012 Buick Regal complaints by category

Problems with ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Buick Regal owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph the vehicle began to...	15 ~ 65356 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. contact stated that the brake lights and headlights stopped working. the vehicle...	10 ~ 52400 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact stated that the vehicle rpms idles high and the vehicle...	9 ~ 59447 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL on december 12 2012 shortly after sunset my wife and i were driving on a rural road at about...	6 ~ 39093 miles
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph the vehicle accelerated independently....	6 ~ 43148 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph the vehicle accelerated independently....	5 ~ 26512 miles
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact stated that the vehicle rpms idles high and the vehicle...	5 ~ 17994 miles
SEATS my battery seems to be losing charge. then it will completely die. when i charge it on a battery charger...	4 ~ 63882 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER the car had no electrical power. anything electrical wouldn't work. we couldn't remove the ignition key put windows or anything....	3 ~ 63333 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE the interior center console has a brushed chrome trim around the outside and a mirror finish chrome bezel directly surrounding...	3 ~ 47037 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM since i purchased and drove off from the dealership within the first few days the car shut down on me...	2 ~ 38082 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact noticed condensation in the driver's side headlight and that the...	1 ~ 34000 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact noticed condensation in the driver's side headlight and that the...	1 ~ 34000 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. while driving the interior lighting turned on and off without warning. additionally...	1 ~ 58000 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. while driving the interior lighting turned on and off without warning. additionally...	1 ~ 58000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 2012 buick regal. consumer writes in regards to vehicle wheels and brake problems. *smd the dealer informed the consumer the	1
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS our necks began to hurt about a few weeks ago. before then we had not driven the car often or...	1 ~ 8000 miles
STEERING tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds the steering pulled...	1 ~ 10000 miles
WHEELS after much research i found there is no compact spare tire and wheels for the grand sport version of the...	1
TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE > TIRES after much research i found there is no compact spare tire and wheels for the grand sport version of the...	1
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal gs. the contact stated that the tire pressure indicator sticker located on...	1 ~ 220 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE we purchased this vehicle on 7 march 2012 and shortly afterwards i was checking it over and saw that the...	1 ~ 165 miles

Torque wrench

EPAuto 1/2-inch Drive Click Torque Wrenc...
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V) Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISE - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat-treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONGEVITY -...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON Inch Pound Torque Wrench 1/4-Inc...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque ...
- Includes 1-pc. 3/8 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chart
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Permanently marked, high-contrast dual-range...

Mechanic tool set

Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...