1992 Buick Regal vs 1992 Chevrolet Lumina
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1992 Buick Regal | 1992 Chevrolet Lumina |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 144 | 342 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 14 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Chevrolet Lumina |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 54 | 158 |
| Seat Belts | 30 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 44 |
| Power Train | 19 | 25 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 29 |
| Structure | 7 | 15 |
| Steering | 8 | 13 |
| Suspension | 5 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 13 | 21 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 42 |
| Stalling | 5 | 17 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
1992 Buick Regal
1992 Chevrolet Lumina
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.