2015 Buick Regal

The 2015 Buick Regal is a mid-size sedan offering a blend of comfort and sporty handling. Engine options include a 2.0L Turbocharged inline-4 producing 259 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, and a naturally aspirated 2.4L inline-4 with 182 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options are a 6-speed automatic. Owners generally appreciate the Regal’s stylish design and comfortable ride. Common complaints include occasional electrical glitches, and higher repair costs compared to some competitors.

Engine

2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4

• Turbocharger Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Whining noise from the engine bay, loss of power, check engine light.
  • Solution: Turbocharger replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1200 - $2500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Long crank times, rough idle, stalling, check engine light.
  • Solution: Replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000+
  • Recalls: None Found

2.4L Inline-4

• Excessive Oil Consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: Low oil levels, burning oil smell, blue smoke from exhaust.
  • Solution: Depending on severity, could range from piston ring replacement to engine replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $4000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic (Applies to both engine options)

• Harsh Shifting/Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Rough or delayed shifts between gears, transmission slipping during acceleration.
  • Solution: Fluid change, valve body repair or replacement, or full transmission replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 (fluid change) - $4000+ (replacement)
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noise from the front or rear suspension, especially when going over bumps.
  • Solution: Replacement of the strut mounts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Faulty Radio/Infotainment System
  • Description/Symptoms: Radio not turning on, screen freezing, Bluetooth connectivity issues, loss of sound.
  • Solution: Software update, or replacement of the radio/infotainment unit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Car not starting, needing frequent jump starts.
  • Solution: Test battery and charging system, identify parasitic drain, repair or replace faulty component.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100-$500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Seat Heater Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Seat heater not working, seat heater getting too hot.
  • Solution: Replacing the seat heater element or the control module.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200-$800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2015 Buick Regal has some potential issues, with engine problems being the most concerning due to the potential for high repair costs, especially with the turbocharged engine. Electrical issues are also common, but often less expensive to address. Suspension issues are fairly typical for a vehicle of this age. Overall, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and consider a pre-purchase inspection to assess the vehicle’s condition.