2016 Buick Regal
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 10 of 41 complaints (24%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 33 in 2015 to 41 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,250–2,850 | 2,250–2,850 | 2,250–2,850 | 2,700–3,500 | 2,850–3,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 22–28 | 22–28 | 22–28 | 22–24 | 22–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–24 / 27–35 | 19–24 / 27–35 | 19–24 / 27–35 | 19–21 / 27–30 | 19–22 / 27–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 312–407 | 314–407 | 312–407 | 374–402 | 344–403 | |
| Complaints filed | 38 | 33 | 41 | 20 | 33 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Buick Regal have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Buick Regal?
Steering: 10 of 41 NHTSA complaints (24%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Buick Regal get?
EPA rates it 22–28 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Buick Regal?
EPA estimates $2,250–$2,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 19 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | $2,850 (high) | 407 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,600 | 374 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 20 mpg | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,600 | 372 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg (high) | 35 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,250 (low) | 312 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 19 mpg (low) | 30 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,700 | 381 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · Campaign 16V108000 · Feb 24, 2016
Defect: 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.