2017 Buick Regal reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2017 Buick Regal holds 20 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 0 per year. That is the fewest complaints per year among the 9 Regal years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Hydraulic brakes (7 of 20), then Service brakes (5) and Electrical system (3). The most filings arrived in 2022 (9 of 20). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2016 Regal has 41 complaints, 4 per year, and the 2018 has 19 complaints, 3 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
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 2017 Buick Regal. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (20 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Noticed a recall regarding Buick Regal concerning break issues causing the valve to not operate correctly. Possibly the electronic break module not working properly and an update needed along with some parts. Recently…"
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"When i turn the car off the key will not allow me to remove it from ignition to the proper position to remove the key. This is a safety hazzard. I have to mess with the brakes, steering wheel and parking console and…"
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"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Regal. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the braking system suddenly malfunctioned and the brake pedal was firm while depressed, causing the braking distance to be…"
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"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Regal. The contact stated while driving 80-85 MPH downhill and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was rigid, failed to lower as needed, and the vehicle failed to respond. The Brake…"
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"I was driving on the interstate going up the mountain and my 2017 Regal started to choke going up the incline. I was pressing my gas to the floor and nothing when this happened I quickly pulled off to the side when I…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Buick Regal 4 DR AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2017 Buick Regal 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 | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 19 | 30 | 23 MPG | $2800 |
| Regal | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG | $3300 |
| Regal all-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG | $3650 |
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 2017 Buick Regal reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2017 Buick Regal holds 20 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 0 per year. That is the fewest complaints per year among the 9 Regal years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2017 Buick Regal?
The complaints owners file most often name Hydraulic brakes (7 of 20), then Service brakes (5) and Electrical system (3). The most filings arrived in 2022 (9 of 20). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2017 Buick Regal more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2016 Regal has 41 complaints, 4 per year, and the 2018 has 19 complaints, 3 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
Has the 2017 Buick Regal been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2017 Buick Regal.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Buick Regal?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the 2017 Buick Regal with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2017 Buick Regal get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2017 Buick Regal is 23 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.