1997 buick regal sedan developed various problems since purchase. *mr there was a continuous oil leak. The repairs consisted of the replacement of the oil pan and gasket due to an oil leak, the thermostat, belt tensioner, coolant pump, complete flushing of the system, wires and plugs, new alternator, upper and lower intake gasket replacement and a new engine. The first time the consumer was informed that a new engine was needed, the bearings and the pistons were noisy. *sc the front brakes were replaced and the rotors were resurfaced.
1997 Buick Regal electrical complaints
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I have a 1997 buick regal gs [xxx]. The car has approximately 94,000 miles. I bought it used from a dealer in may of this year. I have had the car in the dealer (western motors, garden city, ks) 3 times with electrical problems. The first time was when the drivers side electric window did not work, the last two times I was stranded when the car wouldn't start. The second time western motors replaced the battery at cost to me. This last time it is presently in the shop while they are trying to figure out where the electrical problem is. I have researched similar problems on the internet and found several forums of owners experiencing the same type of electrical problems with late 90's model regals. They have complained of the same symptoms and having their vehicle serviced several times for not starting within a matter of months. Needless to say this is very expensive for the owners as the mechanics try one thing after another to remedy the problem. It is also very inconvenient to be stranded or just to get in the car and wonder if it will start or not. I feel this is an ongoing problem that gm should have to remedy without emptying the pockets of the owners of their vehicles. I realize this is not a life threatening safety problem, but it is something that occurs repeatedly in many cars and is a huge financial burden to the owners.*ak updated 07/26/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
I was driving and when I went to use the turn signal the car stalled and it started right back up again but when I use my directionals the car stalls, no matter where I am. I think is a dangerous situation because when your on a highway and want to use your turn signal your car will just stall out and cause an accident. I have read alot of complaints like mine and I think it should be recalled for that. I think it is the ignition switch.
While driving on the highway vehicle stalled without warning. When this occurred vehicle lost power steering/brakes, and the automatic door locks engaged. Dealership indicated this was caused by wiring failure in the ignition switch. The ignition switch was replaced. This was a common problem with this model vehicle. *ak 1997 buick regal engine stalled when turn signal was used. Dealer told consumer that the engine stalled as a result of ignition switch circuit overload. Consumer feels that this is a very dangerous problem.
Dashboard lights flickered and the exterior window molding needed to be replaced. The left side of the steering wheel rotted to the point the metal bar could be seen. Mr..
Vehicle has a history of steering problems from ps pump to rack and pinion cost of repairs are outrageous. Most recent failure locked steering completely with my wife and 6mo baby driving at 75mph on interstate. Has had numerous other problems with oil seals, electrical, idlers going out. Serpentine belt broke dur to idler seized and shut down power steering while at 75mph in a seperate incident
While driving vehicle stalled unexpectedly and lost all power which could have resulted in a crash. Dealer replaced power control modul/ crank sensor, etc. Problem still exists. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information.
Consumer experiencing ongoing problem with horn; whenever consumer tries to activate the horn on steering wheel he has a problem pushing the horn to operate. Dealer notified and replaced the horn, but problem still occurs.
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