Complaints
146
Crashes
9
Fires
3
Injuries
9
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1994 Buick Regal Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#112 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Crash-related:2
#29 complaints
Unintended Acceleration
Crash-related:3
#36 complaints
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring
Avg mileage:47,000 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1994 Buick Regal.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 12 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 3 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring | 6 | — | — | 47,000 mi | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 5 | — | — | 92,945 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 5 | — | — | 20,000 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 2 | — | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
12
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,000
Electrical System:Ignition
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
92,945
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
20,000
Air Bags:Frontal
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1994 Buick Regal — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1994 Buick Regal reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1994 Buick Regal has 146 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 12 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1994 Buick Regal?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (12 complaints); Unintended Acceleration (9 complaints); Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring (6 complaints, avg 47,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1994 Buick Regal?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 52,920 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1994 Buick Regal?
NHTSA complaints for the 1994 Buick Regal include 9 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 9 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1994 Buick Regal have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1994 Buick Regal as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1994 Buick Regal?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Buick Regal reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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