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2013 BUICK Regal

6 recalls Most severe issue: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

High Priority #26V113000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The rear suspension toe links in your Buick Regal Turbo or GS are like the knees that help steer your wheels straight. They might not have gotten the right protection from rust, which could make them break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the toe links break, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially on uneven roads. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Buick dealer will swap out the toe links and adjuster fasteners with new, rust-resistant ones – at no cost to you. You'll get a notice about the repair, but you can also call Buick directly at 1-800-521-7300 to schedule it.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear suspension toe links may have received improper corrosion protection, which can result in rear toe link fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Rear toe link fracture can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N252537580. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall numbers 20V764, 21V633, and 21V00F.
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High Priority #21V00F000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The rear toe links in your vehicle are crucial for stable steering. They help keep your wheels properly aligned. In certain 2010-2013 Buick and Chevrolet models, these links may not have enough protective coating, making them more prone to damage from road debris.
Risk if Unfixed
If a toe link breaks due to corrosion, you might lose control of your vehicle, especially during sharp turns or sudden maneuvers, which could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212346640. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-764 and 21V-633.
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High Priority #21V633000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The rear toe links in your vehicle are the flexible parts that connect the suspension to the rear wheels. They've been treated with a special protective coating that's supposed to prevent rust, but it might have broken down in areas where road salt is commonly used.
Risk if Unfixed
If these links fail, they can break apart from the road debris, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Buick or Chevrolet dealer will replace the rear toe links and adjuster fasteners with new, rust-resistant parts, absolutely free. You'll receive a recall notice with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212330130.
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High Priority #20V764000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The rear toe link in your vehicle helps keep your wheels straight and stable while driving. In certain 2010-2013 models, the coating on the link may wear off, exposing it to rust and potentially causing it to break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear toe link breaks, you may lose control of your vehicle, especially when driving on rough roads. This could lead to a crash, especially on slippery or uneven surfaces.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the rear toe link and adjuster fasteners with new ones, and this service is completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive another notification from GM.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately to fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021. A third notification was mailed on August 19, 201. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202308930.
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Moderate #13V173000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
The Generator Control Module (GCM) is a critical component in your vehicle's electrical system, responsible for managing the battery charge. In your 2012 or 2013 Buick LaCrosse, Regal, or Chevrolet Malibu Eco, the GCM might not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the GCM fails, your battery could drain slowly, and you might notice a warning light on your dashboard. If you keep driving, the engine could stall, and you might experience problems starting the vehicle. In the worst case, there could be a fire in the trunk, causing a burning smell, smoke, or even a blaze.
Free Fix
Your dealership will test the GCM and replace it, if necessary, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle is continued to be driven, the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136.
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Moderate #12V484000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your Buick Regal or Chevrolet Malibu has two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of these bulbs burns out, it might not be noticeable to the driver, because the other bulb is still working.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're not aware that one of your turn signals isn't working, you could keep driving without realizing it. That means other drivers might not know you're turning, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software in your vehicle's body control module at no cost to you. This should be done as soon as possible, and you'll be notified when it's ready.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driver is not aware that a turn signal is not functioning properly, the driver may continue to drive the vehicle. If half of a front turn signal is not illuminating, other driver's may not be aware that the affected vehicle is turning, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Buick at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 12212.
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SUSPENSION
4 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other BUICK Regal Years

2020
2 recalls
2019
3 recalls
2018
3 recalls
2016
1 recall
2014
2 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
5 recalls
2002
5 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
10 recalls

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