How many recalls does the 1997 BUICK REGAL have?

The 1997 BUICK REGAL has 4 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1997 BUICK REGAL?

The most recent recall was issued on April 8, 2009 and relates to the engine system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 1997 BUICK REGAL?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 1997 BUICK REGAL involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 1997 BUICK REGAL affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 3 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

1997 BUICK REGAL Recalls Canada & USA

1997 BUICK REGAL Recalls — Canada & USA

The 1997 Buick Regal has 4 recalls, the most serious being a brake line that can wear through where it contacts the power steering assembly, causing fluid loss and partial brake failure that can reduce stopping ability without warning. One brake line recall is specific to the Gran Sport model, while a broader filing covers the same right front brake pipe contact issue across other affected vehicles. On the engine side, vehicles with the 3.8L naturally aspirated engine may develop a leaking front valve cover gasket that lets oil drip onto the exhaust manifold under hard braking, raising the risk of an engine fire. The remaining recall covers the windshield wiper system, where the crank arm assembly can lose its connection between the drive pin and crescent, causing the wipers to stop mid-operation during snow or ice and leaving the driver with little to no forward visibility.

All 4 Recalls

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Transport CanadaCritical

April 8, 2009

1997 BUICK REGALTransport Canada Recall #2009105

ENGINE

Defect

On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.8L naturally aspirated engine, degradation of the front rocker cover gasket may result in eventual oil seepage. Under hard braking, drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold. If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and, in some instances, the fire may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond. An under-hood fire could result in property damage, personal injury or death.

Safety Risk

No risk description available.

Remedy

Dealers will remove the spark plug wire retention channel at the front of the engine and install two new-revised spark plug wire retainers.

128,726 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 09047

Transport CanadaMedium Risk

1997 BUICK REGAL Recalls — Canada & USA

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1997 BUICK REGAL Recalls — Canada & USA

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