2012 Buick Regal engine problems

Filed Apr 19, 2023 · Engine · OH

Engine used oil with no smoke or leaks. Had to change oil every 2300 miles. Motor went bad do to no oil even after oil change.

Filed Sep 13, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · 72,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2012 Buick Regal. The contact stated that the vehicle would not immediately start up, and while at a stop light the entire vehicle would shake and vibrate. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact indicated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 72,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jul 8, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · IA

Timing belt and engine stopped working. Mechanic says needs engine replaced

Filed Jun 28, 2021 · Engine · IA

No warning and approximately 80,000 miles -the timing needs replaced. Mechanics state this is common with this model and they recommend a new engine replace the original engine. This car has under 100,000 miles on it. The cost of the repair is out of my means. The car is paid off, however, I cannot afford the repair. Is there anything that can be done?

Filed Feb 17, 2021 · Engine · 110,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick regal. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that every two weeks he would check the engine oil level. The contact stated that there was no visible leaks found. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the oil was topped off. The vehicle was not diagnosed. Cochran buick gmc of robinson (5200 campbells run rd, pittsburgh, pa 15205, (877) 338-4077) was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Nov 3, 2020 · Driver assistance, Engine · 163,247 miles · SC

The 2012 buick regal consumes a quart or more of oil in less than 2 weeks or 300 miles. I am putting a quart in it just to get it to read on the dip stick and more if needed. As it consumes oil, the engine gains a noticable ticking noise with a rough start. All of this is noticed while driving on a highway or rural road. The back right tire and or tire area makes a thumping noise at all speeds. The tire is not the issue. The stabilitrak warning light comes on often . I am the 3rd owner to the car with with 164,333 current miles. The car has had routine oil changes etc by all owners.

Filed Dec 13, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · 164 miles · LA

I got a 2012 buick regal I brought it july 2018 my car was died out of nowhere about 5 months prior list and then after I changed my oil my car didn't go anymore it sounded like a chain the first night after they change the oil and then the next day I drove it for 2 hours I don't know if the timing is off or what

Filed Aug 21, 2019 · Body, Engine · 121,000 miles · IL · fire

Vehicle was traveling at approximately 35 MPH on a city street when a "pop" noise was heard, immediately followed by the car shutting down. There was no warning or system error lights on and none turned on. There was no power or brakes available in the vehicle. Upon attempting to coast vehicle off the road to a safe area, 2 people driving by yelled to get out, as there were flames coming out of the undercarriage. The entire front of the car including the engine engulfed in flames. Area firefighters were called to extinguish the fire. Total loss of vehicle. Additionally, this vehicle is equipped with on star services and a monthly report is received showing any issues or concerns with the vehicle. Upon receiving the report on july 27, 2019 there were no issues reported expect a low tire pressure.

Filed May 17, 2019 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 86,047 miles · MO

Codes p0016 p0017 dtc p0299 under turbo boost p0010 - fluid leak from transmission - stabilitrak light on and off (2017, 2018, 2019)- { I paid to have the issue fixed and less than a year later it happens again} car will not pick up speed - crank / cam position not plausible - timing chain stretched /stuck.( popping sound coming from under my seat in 2017)these are all issues that happen while driving. I am getting on the on ramp for the highway and my car will not go pass 35 MPH for over 15 seconds, even if I floor it. There is on coming traffic doing 60 to 70 MPH and that is a life or death situation. I have no way of moving to avoid being hit. My car will stall when I try to drive after stopping at a stop light.

Filed Apr 25, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 76,000 miles · IL

Since I purchased and drove off from the dealership, within the first few days the car shut down on me when I was in a drive thru, and it happened times again while pulling out a parking space and drove a few feet away the car would shut off and began smelling of gas as well overtime I drove it. The dealership was not very helpful but finally kept my car a few days and said it was only the hoses which were loose. Now 4/24 my car again is making weird noises since last week and actually will not start this evening after being out and parking in a lot.