2015 Buick Regal problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Worth extra scrutiny
The 2015 Buick Regal sits mid-pack among Regal years: 50 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 42, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (9), lighting (8), and electrical system (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
50
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
1
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
5
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2015 compare to other Regal years?
What are the most common 2015 Buick Regal problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 18% | — flat |
| Lighting | 8 | 16% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 7 | 14% | — flat |
| Other | 5 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 4 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 3 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 2 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4% | — flat |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“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 that a vehicle parked next to the vehicle had damage from the fire. The origin of…”
“I purchased my 2015 buick in May of 2015. At about December of 2017 the drivers HID head light was breached and moisture crept in creating an inner fog and eventually a puddle of water. In the falloff 2018 the same thing happened on the passengers side. I've removed both head assemblies and tried…”
“PIRELLI TIRES FROM GM FACTORY ARE SEPARATING WHICH I HAVE TRIED FOR OVER 6 MONTHS TO HAVE THEM REPLACED SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENT STABILITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL WERE DISSABLED DUE TO TIRE DEFECT IN ADDITION THERE IS A TRANSMISSION LEAK AND LIGHT”
“SUNROOF EXPLODED I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD I HEARD A VERY LARGE POP I LOOKED UNDER THE COVER OF THE SUNROOF AND THERE WAS A LARGE HOLE RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE. GLASS FELL THROUGH WHEN I OPENED UP THE COVER. NOTHING HIT IT THERE WERE NO CRACKS IN IT EXPLODED FOR NO REASON.”
“I WAS STRUCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN A RED LIGHT WHILE I WAS GOING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED BUT EMERGENCY FUEL SHUT OFF DID NOT WORK TO SHUT OFF FUEL SUPPLY OR FUEL IT GOT STUCK. THIS RESULTED IN FURTHER DAMAGE AND INJURIES AS THE CAR SPUN OUT OF…”
2015 Buick Regal — common questions
Is the 2015 Buick Regal reliable?
It is close to typical for the Regal: 50 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 2015 Regal problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (9 complaints), lighting (8 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints).
Does the 2015 Buick Regal have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2015 Buick Regal.
Which Buick Regal years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Regal years to avoid are 2011, 1998, 1991, 1999, 1996, 2000, 2001, 1995, 1992, 1988, 1997, 1989, 2002, 1994, 2003, 2013, 2012, 1993, 1990, 2004, 2018. The cleanest record among Regal years belongs to 1981.
How safe is the 2015 Buick Regal?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2015 Buick Regal earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.