2011 Buick Regal: fuel pump failure

Filed May 7, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · GA

The oil consumption in the car is horrible, I have to atleat add oil in my car about 5 time in between oil changes, and my oil changes are done regularly, ive also have the issue of my oil and gas mixing, I did take it to the shop once and they fixed a recall that was involved with high pressure fuel pump, but im guessing they didnt fix the issue once that repair was done like they said it would.

Filed Feb 26, 2020 · Fuel system · WI

2011 buick regal. Consumer writes seeking reimbursement for vehicle repairs. *ld the consumer stated noises could be heard coming form the engine compartment. The dealer was notified. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. It was later determined initially, the fuel pump needed to be replaced, but was not. Vehicle was repaired.

Filed Sep 21, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 73,000 miles · MI

Reference the below background information on gm's l4 - 2.4l 4 cylinder engines: please reference document id: 4821148 #12313d: special coverage - engine balance chain and fuel pump - (june 6, 2017) this special coverage bulletin was provided by my mechanic at midas from the http://alldatapro.com website. Special extended warranty repairs are supposed to be covered via this bulletin for 120,000 miles or 10 years for gm vehicles that have the l4 engine including the 2011 buick regal. My 2011 buick regal is definitely exhibiting all symptoms / problems that are well known with the general motors l4 - 2.4 l four cylinder engine. See information below about oil consumption and engine performance symptoms: https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/research/seven-engines-to-avoid-like-the-plague/ar-aavz7vm#page=3 I am a former gm powertrain division engineering / salaried employee where I had a 20 year career background with engines and transmissions. The l4-2.4l engine is a known safety hazard as the engine can fail while under normal operation on a highway or city street with potential catastrophic results. Even with the mechanic oe bulletin referenced above, gm refuses to cover expenses for permanent repairs for the 2011 buick regal. Instead dealership customer service representatives are instructing vehicle owners to just add oil frequently. (note: the low oil indicator is also defective.) please also reference the class action law suit below: https://www.classaction.org/media/berman-et-al-v-general-motors-llc-joint-notice-of-settlement.pdf gm corporation customer service, professional mechanics, and gm's dealership network (buick and cadillac) all are fully aware of the catastrophic safety consequences that this engine poses to the general public; yet, a comprehensive recall and appropriate extended warranty coverage is being denied.

Filed Jan 17, 2018 · Engine · 48,507 miles · OH

Vehicle running rough and stalling; 2nd replacement of timing chain, fuel pump tensioner/belt

Filed May 23, 2017 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 60,800 miles · GA

Takata recall - my regal is 2011. I have not had any problems prior to this. My service stabilitrak ligh began coming on along with ABS light. I also explained the check engine light would come on after filling the tank and it reduced to 3/4 of tank. Last week all lights came in on car as I was parking. Took the car into to be serviced. The dealer completed a diagnosis advising I had a leak from my fuel pump. Needed new fuel pump, fuel injectors. For the ABS problem needed new bearings and sensors. I drove away for second opinion. The next day while driving slowed for a traffic light and pressed gas to take off the car would not accelerate. The engine was running. I had to turn car on and back off to get to move to the center of the road during rush hour. I sat there for a min. Was able crack and get to a safe place off the major road. I got a second opinion having the car towed to firestone. They also saw a fuel pump code and mentioned the timing chain. I had car towed to the dealer. They replaced the fuel pump on my way home on the interstate. I slowed for the exit and hit the gas. The car stalled again. I was afraid at that point. The dealer cannot tell me what the exact issue is with the car. It is still there for diagnostic now. They had to escalate and still no answer. They are using trial and error to resolve the issue which is a dangerous and expensive joke.

Filed May 3, 2017 · Fuel system · IL

2011 buick regal. Consumer writes in regards to faulty direct ignition high pressure fuel pump. *ld the consumer stated he was advised that his vehicle had the same ignition high pressure fuel pump that resulted in a recall for gmc vehicles. The consumer believed his vehicle should be included in the recall. Updated 05/03/2017

Filed Apr 20, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 149,000 miles · MI

Replaced engine a 2.4l laf and transmission a 6t-50 with bad trans @ 149k miles on 2011 buick regal. Replacement is 2011 2.4l laf engine and 6t-50 trans w/ 17k miles. Car now has p0089 and p228d codes and whine from high pressure fuel pump as described in #pip5203a. Turns out original engine is a 2010 engine with all the cam chain issues seen in other the federal safety agency complaints. To add insult to injury my dealer tells me ECM can not be reprogrammed to 2011 because programming is driven by the VIN# only. My only choice is to buy the parts from gm (about $1000) to turn my engine back into a 2010 engine or pay a dealer several thousand dollars to do the work. I`m in a position of paying several thousand dollars more for the car then it is worth. This was to be my retirement gift to myself, guess I will be driving my 1997 pontiac grand am until I drop dead. Thanks gm, my brand loyalty sure pays off. My advice to future car buyers, buy another brand!! P.s. I hope this constitutes some emission violation and the epa hits gm with a multi million dollar fine. P.s.s. It dies on the road to. Where is marry b. When you her?

Filed Oct 18, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · PA

2011 buick regal. Consumer states on five separate occasions the engine stalled *tgw the consumer stated when the vehicle stalled, it was difficult to restart. The last two instances, the vehicle had to be towed. The dealer reprogrammed the ECM and replaced the fuel pump on july 22, 2011. However, the stalling continued well into the next month.