1997 Buick Regal vs 1998 Buick Regal
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 | 1997 Buick Regal | 1998 Buick Regal |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 136 | 302 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 84 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 19 | 41 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,886 mi | 92,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Buick Regal |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 37 | 76 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 30 | 55 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 51 |
| Engine | 11 | 29 |
| Visibility | 11 | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 24 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 22 |
| Power Train | 7 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 30 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
1997 Buick Regal
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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.