1998 Buick Regal vs 1998 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Buick Regal | 1998 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 302 | 1,200 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 84 | 255 |
| Investigations | 6 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 100 |
| Fire reports | 41 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,100 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 51 | 308 |
| Power Train | 12 | 276 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 134 |
| Steering | 76 | 29 |
| Structure | 9 | 76 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 79 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 67 |
| Suspension | 6 | 62 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 147 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 23 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 62 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 52 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 43 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 18 |
1998 Buick Regal
1998 Honda Accord
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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.