2015 Buick Regal reliability
The 2015 Buick Regal has 33 complaints with NHTSA after 12 years, or 3 per year. That is about even with the other Regal years here. Their median is 3 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (9 of 33), then Exterior lighting (8) and Electrical system (5). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
The 2014 Regal has 38 complaints, 4 per year, and the 2016 has 41 complaints, 4 per year. The 2015 has fewer complaints per year than the 2014. The 2015 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2015 Buick Regal. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (33 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2015 Buick Regal. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, upon reaching a stop light, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and was able to restart. After restarting the…"
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"Excessive oil consumption on the 2.4L engine. GM has known about the oil consumption on these engines for a long time and if oil is not consistently checked and topped off it will seize the motor while driving"
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"After starting my vehicle with foot on the brake and putting the vehicle in gear it will move forward and occasionally roll for 4 or 5 feet before the brake engages. This is extremely dangerous as I'm pulling out of a…"
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"The contact owned a 2015 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while powered off, a civilian observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the vehicle then exploded. The contact stated…"
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"Airbag Red Light indicator on for 2+ weeks, ambient temperature sensor malfunction and vehicle seems to have less pressure when accelerating"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Buick Regal 4 DR AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2015 Buick Regal 4 DR FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2015 Buick Regal eAssist 4 DR FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Regal | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG | $2700 |
| Regal | 2L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 20 | 31 | 24 MPG | $2700 |
| Regal | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 19 | 30 | 23 MPG | $2800 |
| Regal all-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG | $2950 |
| Regal eAssist | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 24 | 35 | 28 MPG | $2300 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V764000 covers certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal vehicles (with 2013 Malibu and 2010-2013 LaCrosse) sold or ever registered in salt-belt states whose rear toe links may have received excessive electrocoating that can lead to corrosion; dealers replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners. Recall 26V113000 covers certain 2012-2013 Regal Turbo and GS vehicles in the same salt-belt states for improper corrosion protection on the rear suspension toe links, with the same replacement remedy. Recall 12V484000 covers certain 2012-2013 Regal vehicles (with 2013 Malibu) whose body control module software may not detect a burned-out front turn-signal bulb when only one of two bulbs fails; dealers update BCM software. Recall 13V173000 covers certain 2012-2013 Regal vehicles equipped with eAssist (with LaCrosse and Malibu Eco) whose Generator Control Module may not function properly, which can gradually lose battery charge; dealers test and replace the GCM as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Buick Regal reliable?
The 2015 Buick Regal has 33 complaints with NHTSA after 12 years, or 3 per year. That is about even with the other Regal years here. Their median is 3 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2015 Buick Regal?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (9 of 33), then Exterior lighting (8) and Electrical system (5). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2015 Buick Regal more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2014 Regal has 38 complaints, 4 per year, and the 2016 has 41 complaints, 4 per year. The 2015 has fewer complaints per year than the 2014. The 2015 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016.
Has the 2015 Buick Regal been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2015 Buick Regal.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 Buick Regal?
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 2015 Buick Regal with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2015 Buick Regal get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2015 Buick Regal is 24.2 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a fifth-generation Buick Regal take?
0W-30 for the 2.0L turbo; capacity about 6 qt—confirm in the owner’s manual.
Is there a rear suspension recall on 2012-2013 Regals?
Recalls 20V764000 and 26V113000 cover certain 2012-2013 Regals in salt-belt states for rear toe links with inadequate corrosion protection; dealers replace the toe links.