Tl* the contact owns a 1993 buick regal. The contact stated that the door locks failed and remained locked when attempting to operate them. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 41,000. Updated 06/29/16*lj updated 08/03/16.*jb updated 11/23/16.
The worst 1993 Buick Regal problems
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Problems by type
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- Brakes40
- Electrical8
- Acceleration7
- Engine7
- Seat belts7
- Body4
- Fuel system4
- Visibility4
- Lights3
- Seats2
- Steering2
- Suspension2
- Tires2
- Locks1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Buick Regal
Recalls 2
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Incorrect clear front side marker bulbs were installed rather than amber bulbs. This does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: during illumination, the bulbs will show clear rather than amber and could momentarily confuse other drivers.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the clear bulbs with the correct amber bulbs.
Recall number 95V152000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- The driver and passenger front seat manual reclining mechanisms do not comply with the requirements of fmvss 207, "seating systems." the seat back mechanisms will not latch under certain conditions.
- Risk
- The seats may recline without prior warning, resultingin a hazard to seat occupants and possible loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Replace the manual seat recliner mechanism with a mechanism that complies with fmvss 207.
Recall number 93V035000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1993 Buick Regal
Defect investigations
Corroded rear disk brakes
There is no summary currently available
PE94063
Fuel leaks
There is no summary currently available
EA93018
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Buick Regal 22
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E or 4T65-E transaxles may comment on a...
- Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4T60-E transxales may comment on a grinding and / or...
- Customers may complain of grinding / scraping / groaning noise from rear suspension
- Evaporative emission canister purge solenoid vlave replacement and convertible only, prom replacement
- Voluntary emission campaign involving the evaporative emission canister purge solenoid valve replacement...
- Voluntary emission recall campaign - evaporative emission conister purge solenoid valve replacement and,...
- Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that is generally encountered...
- Information on growling noise in transaxle during first four minutes after start up
- Comment that the ABS light is on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history
1993 Buick Regal fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 25-27 | 20 |
| 3.8L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 |
What 1993 Buick Regal owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various speeds under normal road conditions, the vehicle had permanent to worsening conditions with the brakes. The brake design was four wheel ABS. The contact stated the brake pads, rotors and calipers had been replaced twice before, but the problem persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the vehicle was not included in a recall due to the VIN and again replaced the brake pads, rotors and calipers. The vehicle still had the same problems as compared to the federal safety agency complaint # 532762 about the service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. The front and rear brakes were replaced. Updated 12/1/06.
When driving, the consumers seat back collapsed. The consumer was concerned that he may fall back with no warning and have an accident. The anchor of the seat was broken. *jb *sc
While making a left turn noise was heard coming from steering wheel. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
The battery was dead causing the vehicle not to start. All the doors locked and the manual override froze so that the driver could not exit the vehicle. After a length of time, the driver was able to unlock the doors with the door controls in the vehicle. Please provide further details.
Vehicle power windows rolled up while vehicle was parked trapping 5-year old child's head. *mr while parked in the driveway, the consumers five year old sons neck became stuck in the power window as it rolled up. The consumer was unable to remove the child from the window until the vehicle was started. The child couldn't breath, even after the removal. *scc
The metal frame mounts that hold engine up in the vehicle deteriorated, causing the engine to drop to the ground while backing out of a driveway. Cause unknown.
There is a leak on left hand on driver's side floor near brake pedal. Dealer has been notified about situation, and no one can find out where the leak was coming from.
Consumer's parents were driving along the freeway all of a sudden vehicle began to smoke. They got out, vehicle was engulfed in flames, and it burned completely, even tires exploded. Consumer's parents were emotionally traumatized.
While driving neighborhood speeds vehicle will stall and cut off on an intermittent basis. Dealer has replaced ingition module, but that has not remedied problem. Please provide further details.
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Questions about the 1993 Buick Regal
Is the 1993 Buick Regal reliable?
Owners have filed 85 complaints about the 1993 Buick Regal, 2.2 times a typical Regal model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Buick Regal?
Brakes, with 40 complaints. Next is electrical (8).
How many recalls does the 1993 Buick Regal have?
2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and seats.
What year does the Buick Regal have bad brakes?
The Buick Regal model years with the most brakes complaints are 1991 (117 complaints), 1992 (53 complaints) and 1990 (43 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Buick Regal get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Buick Regal range from 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.1L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 17 city and 25-27 highway.
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