Model year guide

1995 Buick Regal

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Buick Regal is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

1995 Buick Regal — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1995 Buick Regal at a glance

Safety recalls8
Owner complaints192
Combined20 mpg

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1995 Buick Regal recalls 8

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #00V171000 · 03/07/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CORROSION OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR'S INTERNAL WIRING, WHICH CAN OCCUR OVER TIME, COULD CAUSE THE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG. THIS DEPLOYMENT COULD OCCUR DURING VEHICLE START-UP, WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED OR IDLING, OR WHILE IN OPERATION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INFLATORS ON THESE AIR BAGS.

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar NHTSA Campaign #95V030000 · 27/02/1995

THE FOUR (4) STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS WERE UNDER TORQUED DURING ASSEMBLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL RETORQUE THE STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:switch/wiring NHTSA Campaign #97V017000 · 11/02/1997

SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE OLD DESIGNED WASHER/WIPER SWITCHES WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED SWITCH.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #94V229000 · 21/11/1994

THE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT FRONT PARK/TURN SIGNAL BULB WHICH DOES NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT CANDLE POWER. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INCORRECT BULB WITH THE CORRECT BULB.

Seat Belts:front:anchorage NHTSA Campaign #98V306000 · 01/12/1998

THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.

Seat Belts:front:anchorage NHTSA Campaign #97V065000 · 18/04/1997

THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #95V061000 · 22/03/1995

THE REAR WHEEL BRAKE HOSE(S) CAN CONTACT THE REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CAUSING THE BRAKE HOSE(S) TO WEAR THROUGH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PROPER BRAKE HOSE POSITION AND REPLACE THOSE HOSES IN AN INCORRECT POSITION WITH NEW HOSES AND CORRECTLY ROUTED.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #95V152000 · 08/08/1995

INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1995 Buick Regal common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 192 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1995 Buick Regal MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1995 Buick Regal costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500
Fuel only$15,500
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1995 Buick Regal trims & engines on record

Trims
Custom · Gran Sport
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

1995 Buick Regal vehicles on record

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1995 Buick Regal — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Buick Regal have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1995 Buick Regal. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Buick Regal?

Based on 192 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, steering, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1995 Buick Regal get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1995 Buick Regal at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 26 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.