2002 Buick Regal vs 2002 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 | 2002 Buick Regal | 2002 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 117 | 1,050 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 406 | 197 |
| Investigations | 2 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 129 |
| Fire reports | 23 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,500 mi | 89,660 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 478 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 273 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 69 |
| Structure | 3 | 75 |
| Engine | 33 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 33 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 46 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 39 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 50 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 89 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 73 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 64 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 54 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 33 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 16 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
2002 Buick Regal
2002 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.