1998 Buick Regal vs 1998 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 302 | 600 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 84 | 128 |
| Investigations | 6 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 64 |
| Fire reports | 41 | 31 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,100 mi | 87,844 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 92 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 112 |
| Steering | 76 | 33 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 83 |
| Electrical System | 51 | 33 |
| Suspension | 6 | 70 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 50 |
| Tires | 11 | 41 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 24 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 14 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
1998 Buick Regal
1998 Toyota Camry
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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.