Vehicle would not start, it was towed to repair shop sat for about 24 hours, when trying to start it the intake manifold exploded.
1996 Buick Regal engine complaints
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While attempting to start the vehicle the consumer heard an explosion. *nm a hole was discovered blown through the intake manifold and a crack was discovered a crack in the dust cover. The consumer requested reibursement.
While driving 35 MPH white smoke emitted from under the hood. The consumer was informed that coolant was in the engine oil and blew out a head gasket. The engine was not cover under the manufacturers recall. Please provide any further information.
While driving at any speed, the vehicle would intermittently stall. Just before the vehicle stalled, the check engine and battery light had come on. The vehicle had been to the dealer three times for this problem, but the dealer was unable to resolve the problem. *ak the stalling would also occur when making left turns.
Other - oil leak - have been told by independent repair shops that it is either the cam shaft timing sencer or manifold with the cost ranging from $700.00 to $1200.00. Also the motor mounts need to be replaced. Tape player does not eject tape properly, been a problem since I got the car. Brakes - have had complete brakes replaced. Have been told buick regals are bad on brakes. Air conditionung cooling coil in front of raditor has developed a leak. Estimated cost to repair is $400.00. Have not taken it to dealer. I got the car used in 1997 with about 72500 miles on it.
Car broke down 2 days after I bought it, it broke down on the way to the shop. They kept the car for two days to fix it and I received it back. The next morning, the engine light was on, and it continues to be on, dan nelson network refuses to take the car back, and expects full payments on a vehicle that does not run properly
Vehicle had a defective water pump, oil pan, and engine's emission control. *la the engine light had come on and there was a noise when turning corners. The consumer requested reimbursement. *sc
My 1996 buick regal has had two intake manifold gasket failures--one at 52,000 miles, and the most recent, at 111,000 miles. In the first instance, the local buick dealership refunded half my money of the cost of the $607 repairs because they agreed that it was highly unusual for a gasket to fail at such low mileage. My son, who did the most recent repai andr is a materials science engineer, inspected the most recent failure and found several places on the gasket where it was deformed and had let antifreeze escape. His opinion was that it was badly designed, with inferior materials.
While driving 40 MPH vehicle stalled. Then, vehicle restarted without any problem.
Buick regal 1996.engine and engine cooling:cooling system hortly after just 72,000 miles, a leak developed near the upper intake manifold, causing excessive coolant loss (up to 1 gallon per week).*ak I believe this to be a saftey hazard resulting from a design flaw. The owner's manual includes several warnings that coolant contains ethylene glycol that will burn if it comes in contact with hot engine parts. I am also concerned this problem may have caused engine damage that will manifest itself later. I believe gm should address this as a safety hazard before someone is killed or seiously injured by an engine fire. Thank you. Djs
The engine was not running properly which caused a crack in upper intake manifold forcing excessive coolant into the top end of the engine and upper combustion chamber. This is an on-going problem with the 1996 buick regal. This could have resulted in a fire as indicated by the previous recall notice for the same problem. As a result of this incident, the following service was required: repair electrical failure, clean excessive coolant from upper combustion chambers, remove coolant from top end of engine, replace upper intake assemble and manifold, replace spark plugs, perform injector service, replace the pcv valve, oil and oil filter. Although I have an extended warranty, I was still charged $557.17 for the repair. Due to the numerous service bulletins, consumer complaints, and previous recall notice for the same situation, this defect should have been detected on march 7, 2002. At that time, I had the routine 60,000 mile service performed even though the car only had 50,480 miles. The total cost for the routine service was $807.00. For these reasons, I should be entitled to a reimbursement of the $557.01 charge. If needed, I will be more than happy to forward a copy of my service records for your review. Additionally, I am concerned this recent event has caused damage to the engine and will have long term effects on engine performance requiring additional maintenance. It??s hard to believe this did not cause damage to the valves and/or lifters. Once the extended warranty expires, I will no longer have financial protection for repairs resulting from faulty manufacturing. I hope this safety hazard is resolved before someone is killed by an engine fire. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Manifold makes noise. Cracked. Mr
The vehicle experienced an oil leak at the intake manifold, the engine also developed rod bearing and/or wrist pin noise. Nlm
Plastic connection hose of oil filter to manifold on motor block broke off.consumer took vehicle into dealer, and they fixed the hose.
Bolt in oil pan has stripped and separated from oil pan. Entire unit has to be replaced.
Engine failed going uphill, valve failure, repairman says normal with type of buick. Buick knows engine is bad, recalled other engine model for this year.
While driving 1100 miles almost a quart of oil will be gone. Oil consumption is very high. Dealer claims this is a normal characterisic. Please provide further information.
Engine required replacement due to acceleration problems, several repair attempts prior to final diagnosis. Mjs
Loud ticking noise at startup: camshaft and lifters failed.
Broken valve spring in the engine.
After having reported a steady burning "engine check light" to the dealer, approximately two weeks prior to engine problem and upon being advised to be sure to tighten gas cap to create the proper vacuum, the light went out and the car ran like a top. Upon stopping at the store and hearing a little chug, the engine then rattled, etc. And had no power on start-up and was towed to dealer. The dealer found a broken valve spring in the engine. Much to our consternation when we thought we had purchased a 100,000 mile virtually maintenance free engine, there seems to be no explanation for this occurrence and we wonder if: (1) others have complained of such a problem, (2) this is a defect in the original equipment, and (3) this might be a dealer defect to be corrected by the dealer.
When applying brakes in wet conditions,the vehicle will stall. Also experiences a power surge ,which could cause an accident.
When the car is driven for a long period of time, it will begin stalling and cut off while driving, and will not restart for about 20 minutes. Took to the dealer 3 times for this problem, but they can't duplicate the problem.
While driving the vehicle stalls without prior warning which almost caused an accident. Dealer cannot determine problem.
Exhaust system bushing between pipes failed.
Dash light comes on for no reason.
Vehicle stalls when driving,. Once it stalls the vehicle will not restart; have to get it towed. Vehicle stalls at any given speed. Contacted the dealer, and they are aware of the problem.
The exhaust system makes a loud noise.
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