What's Wrong with the 5th Generation (2009–2017) Regal?

Regal owners have made 112 complaints about the 2009–2017 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 14th out of 22 Buick generations in overall reliability, with real engine and interior concerns.

Compare With Other Regal Generations

What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

5th Generation (2009–2017) Regal Key Numbers

  1. 7 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 112 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 14th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 22 eligible generations.

Recent 5th Generation (2009–2017) Regal News

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