1990 Buick Regal service brakes, hydraulic problems
42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1990 Buick Regal — 55% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While applying brakes at 20 mph brake pedal went to the floor ,and vehicle continue on before stopping. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.*aki”
filed Jul 9, 2002
“Rear brake calipers would lock up when brakes were applied. Had brakes replaced twice due to pads wearing excessively. Mechanic indicated cause of problem was master cylinder.*ak”
filed Aug 29, 2001
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Abs warning light is on. *tw
435012A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 1995Abs wire harness for the right front wheel may rub on the brake line causing the abs warning light to come on. *tw
435012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 1, 1994
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Regal years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Regal | 1 | 5% |
| 2017 Regal | 7 | 35% |
| 2016 Regal | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 Regal | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 Regal | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 Regal | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 Regal | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 Regal | 9 | 5% |
| 2000 Regal | 12 | 7% |
| 1999 Regal | 23 | 9% |
| 1998 Regal | 24 | 8% |
| 1997 Regal | 8 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1990 Buick Regal
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.