- The problem
- Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
- The risk
- This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
- The fix
- Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Vehicle safety record
1977 Buick Regal Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1977 Buick Regal have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in October 2007 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Regal year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1977 Buick Regal recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The rear axle shafts may contain a flaw in the metal. This flaw could allow the shaft to break and the tire and wheel assembly to separate.
- The fix
- The dealer will replace one or both rear axle shafts, if necessary, free of charge.
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Buick Regal: every year compared
All Regal years1977 Buick Regal vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 Buick Regal | 0 | 4 | A | |
| 1977 Buick Lesabre | 1 | 3 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1977 Buick Regal
Does the 1977 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1977 Buick Regal: equipment (October 2007); axle shaft (June 1978); front underhood (September 1976); steering wheel / handle bar (September 1976). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1977 Buick Regal had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1977 Buick Regal a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 88 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Buick Regal year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Regal years have the most complaints?
1998 (312), 2011 (280), 1999 (252). See every Buick Regal year compared.
What should I do if my 1977 Buick Regal has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data