1996 Buick Regal steering complaints

Filed Mar 17, 2004 · Steering · 18,000 miles · MO

Upon starting the vehicle there was a noise in the steering column that became worse when steering the wheel was turned. The mechanic determined that the noise was caused by rack and pinion failure. There was a steering gear bearing recall , but this vehicle was not included due to VIN. *ak

Filed Feb 25, 2004 · Steering · 124,400 miles · CA

Consumer was trying to make a left turn onto a street when the steering wheel became stiff. This made it hard for the driver to complete the turn. Dealer was contacted, and dealer replaced the pinion bearing. However, that didn't correct the problem.

Filed Feb 10, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · 17,000 miles · NY

Abs lights flickered on/off intermittently. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rear disc brakes. After repairs were done the rear disc brakes were replaced again. Also power steering fluid leak.

Filed Jan 16, 2004 · Steering · 59,087 miles · CA · crash

Hard to turn left in my 1996 buick regal, steering went tight. Caused me to hit the curb and over the sidewalk, damaging the 2 front tires, rims, radiator, body and under caridge. The police helped me with aaa to get it home, but not sure if it was reported. * cb

Filed Feb 19, 2003 · Steering · 43,000 miles · CA

Lever that controls the 'tilt wheel' broke off at the steering column. The auto was purchased new by me and I only have 44,000 miles on it. I called livingston motors, but was told that there is no warranty on that part..I have been a regular customer there.

Filed Jul 24, 2002 · Steering · MO

Consumer stated the drive selector movement was becoming stiff and was getting progressively worse, the drive detents could hardly be felt and consumer had to watch the selector pointer to determine what drive position was being selected, the vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that rust was in the steering column.

Filed May 20, 2001 · Steering · PA

After car warms up and when starting to move from full stop car will not turn to the left except with extreem force.

Filed Sep 14, 2000 · Steering · MI

The rubber seal around the front steering ball joints ruptured, causing all lubricant to leak out. The car pulls right and makes a slight noise when stearing, due to advanced wear. I contacted both the dealership and manufaturer, but since the cars just came out of warranty, the cost of repair would not be covered.