2016 Buick Regal vs 2016 Nissan Altima
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 | 2016 Buick Regal | 2016 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 550 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,211 | 323 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 26–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,900 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 | 234 |
| Engine | 5 | 86 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 65 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 42 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 41 |
| Structure | 3 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 64 |
| Stalling | 0 | 54 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 38 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 26 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 25 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 17 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 5 |
2016 Buick Regal
2016 Nissan Altima
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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.