Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle has had continual problems with the transmission. The vehicle has been to the dealer several times for repairs but the problem persists. The transmission was also rebuilt by an independent mechanic. There is a recall #91v214000 pertaining to power train:automatic transmission. The manufacturer confirmed that VIN was included in the recall but that the recall has expired. The vehicle also has continuous failure in the design of the whole brake system. Two mechanics confirmed that the brake problem is a chronic problem due to a manufacturer defect. The dealer and the manufacturer do not acknowledge the brake failure as a manufacturer defect.
1992 Buick Regal: brake failure
19 of the 143 complaints about the 1992 Buick Regal describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 3 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Brake failure.
Intermittently when brakes are applied under normal conditions pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has lubricated sliders twice, and problem has reoccurred.
Vehicle experiencing multiple brake failures which include the pad,rotor and calipers due to poor design. Yh
When the brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stoppingf distance. Dealer has replaced the brake system twice. Also, when consumer went to rotate the tires the brake parts started to fall off. The manufacturer has been notified.
Both lock on doors do not work, also, vehicle has brake failure.*ak the air condition was leaking, starter was replaced, check engine light appeared while driving, right inside door trim was loose, headlights were out of adjustment, window would not roll up, driver side door handle broke, and driver seat belt would not retract.
While driving the consumer tried to make a sudden stop by depressing the brakes the vehicle continued to travel. *ak consumer hit a parked car due to brake failure, garage replaced master cylinder after a second brake failure.
When applying the brakes, the pedal went to the floor and brakes failed to stop the vehicle.
Owner has ABS brakes. While driving vehicle and trying to use brakes they failed, the pedal went to the floor, resulting in loss of control. Master cylinder was also replaced.
When applying the brakes in a sudden stop situation, the brake pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle's brakes fail. *ak
While applying brakes on downhill section of highway, experienced total brake failure, pedal fade to the floor, did not slow down, after a few minutes pedal pressure return, possible defect in master cylinder.
Brake failure, front disc brake overhauled, replaced rotors and rear guide pin set, also due to corrision replaced calipers.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1992 Buick Regal brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1992 Buick Regal?
19 of 143 owner complaints about the 1992 Buick Regal (13%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1991.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1992 Buick Regal?
There are 0 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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