How many steering complaints does the 2011 Buick Regal have?

NHTSA lists 17 steering-related complaints for the 2011 Buick Regal, which is 6% of the 279 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2011 Buick Regal?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for steering issues on the 2011 Buick Regal.

At what mileage do steering problems typically occur on the 2011 Buick Regal?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 Buick Regal is 69,579 miles.

Did steering problems cause any crashes or injuries on the 2011 Buick Regal?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 2 injuries associated with steering complaints for the 2011 Buick Regal.

Which model year of the Buick Regal has the most steering complaints as a share of total complaints?

Among the years listed, 2016 has the highest share at 24%, compared to 6% for 2011.

2011 Buick Regal Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 17 steering complaints for the 2011 Buick Regal, 6% of its 279 total complaints that year, with 1 crash and 2 injuries reported. No steering-related recall is listed for this model year. Median mileage at failure was 69,579.

Steering complaints: 17; 6% of 279
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 69,579 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power steering when the engine stalls or loses power unexpectedly while driving.
Several describe the steering seizing or locking up in the middle of a turn or u-turn, sometimes accompanied by loss of brakes.
Some report the steering wheel shaking when applying the brakes, especially after the vehicle has been sitting.
A few owners had steering rack and pinion components replaced after noticing unusual noise from the steering system.
Multiple complaints link the steering loss to an engine shutdown event where all electrical power, lights, and brakes also failed simultaneously.

When 2011 Buick Regal steering complaints were filed

First complaint May 24, 2012, latest Jul 1, 2021.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2012 to Jul 2021; peak Aug 2017 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Buick Regal

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Regal model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
201117 (6%)
20121 (1%)
20134 (4%)
20143 (8%)
20151 (3%)
201610 (24%)
20171 (5%)
20181 (5%)
20190 (0%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2011 Buick Regal have?: NHTSA lists 17 steering-related complaints for the 2011 Buick Regal, which is 6% of the 279 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2011 Buick Regal?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for steering issues on the 2011 Buick Regal.
At what mileage do steering problems typically occur on the 2011 Buick Regal?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 Buick Regal is 69,579 miles.
Did steering problems cause any crashes or injuries on the 2011 Buick Regal?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 2 injuries associated with steering complaints for the 2011 Buick Regal.
Which model year of the Buick Regal has the most steering complaints as a share of total complaints?: Among the years listed, 2016 has the highest share at 24%, compared to 6% for 2011.