1991 Buick Regal

Introduction:

The 1991 Buick Regal is a mid-size luxury sedan known for its stylish exterior, comfortable interior, and optional powerful engine. Its engine options include a 3.8L V6 producing 170 horsepower and 245 lb-ft of torque and a 5.7L V8 producing 240 horsepower and 340 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 4-speed automatic and a 5-speed manual. While praised for its performance and design, the Regal has also been reported to have several common issues.

Engine

3.8L V6

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, overheating, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Water Pump Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking coolant, overheating
  • Solution: Replace water pump
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

5.7L V8

• Distributor Cap and Rotor Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, stalling
  • Solution: Replace distributor cap and rotor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Fuel Injector Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, poor fuel economy
  • Solution: Replace fuel injector(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500 per injector
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic

• Shifting Issues:
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting, slipping gears
  • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Transmission Fluid Leak:
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking transmission fluid, slipping gears
  • Solution: Repair or replace transmission seal(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Strut Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking shock fluid, excessive bouncing, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace front struts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Shock Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking shock fluid, excessive bouncing, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace rear shocks
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery not charging, electrical system failure
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found
• Wiring Harness Issues:
  • Description/Symptoms: Electrical shorts, intermittent electrical problems
  • Solution: Repair or replace wiring harness
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door Handle Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Door handles breaking off, difficulty opening doors
  • Solution: Replace door handle(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200 per handle
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Rattle:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling sound from dashboard
  • Solution: Tighten dashboard components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $150
  • Recalls: None Found
• Door Panel Sagging:
  • Description/Symptoms: Door panels detaching from door
  • Solution: Reattach door panel(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $100 per panel
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary:

While the 1991 Buick Regal offers a comfortable and stylish ride, it can suffer from several common issues. The most severe issues, such as engine failure, can be costly to repair. Other issues, like electrical problems and interior rattles, are relatively minor and inexpensive to fix. Overall, the severity and cost of these issues make the Regal a somewhat problematic vehicle for long-term ownership.