- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1985 Buick Regal Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 1985 Buick Regal with NHTSA, most often about the steering (3) and the brakes (3). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 9 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1984 has 6 and the 1986 has 13.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Regal year, for its age
#21 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 9
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 Buick Regal problems
Share of all 12 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1985 Buick Regal recalls 9
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
- Under extended headlamp usage, circuitry in the headlamp switch panel might experience increased resistance and excessive heat buildup.
- The risk
- Headlights would cycle on and off. Sudden loss ofheadlights under severe weather or nightimer driving conditions could resultin a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
- The problem
- Small cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole.
- The risk
- Cracks would increase leading to difficulty in closingthe door and might allow door to come open during a crash, increasinglikelihood of injury to occupants.
- The fix
- Install inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars.
- The problem
- The throttle return spring assembly may fail preventing the throttle from returning to the closed (idle) position when the accelerator pedal is released. Consequence of defect: engine speed may not decrease and loss of accelerator control could result in an accident without prior warning.
- The fix
- REPLACE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING.
- The problem
- The certification label located on the left front door did not include a required federal certification statement. Consequence of defect: vehicles do not comply with federal regulation 567.
- The fix
- Labels containing correct information are being mailed and should be installed on the left front door.
- The problem
- The rear bumper may fracture during a rear end collision, puncture the fuel tank, and cause a fuel leak. Consequence of defect: a fuel leak creates the potential for a fire which could result in burn injuries to persons in or near the car.
- The fix
- Replace the rear bumper brackets and the "l" shaped reinforcement with a "u" shaped full reinforcement.
- The problem
- A loss of bonding adhesion between the paint and the windshield opening area could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 mile per hour frontal barrier test required by fmvss 212, windshield retention. Consequence of defect: windshield separation during an accident could result in an unbelted occupant being ejected from the car and severly injured.
- The fix
- Remove and reinstall windshield if a lack of paint bonding is evident.
- The problem
- The vehicles were assembled with front seat belt retractors which may not perform adequately during a collision.
- The fix
- The dealer will replace the left and right front seat belt retractors free of charge.
- The problem
- The tie rods are part of the steering linkage and transmit turning movements to the wheels. The bolts that fasten the tie rods to their adjusters may not be tight enough. This could allow the tie rod to loosen and detach itself from the adjuster.
- The fix
- The tie rod end bolts will be tightened without cost to the owner.
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12 complaints about the 1985 Buick Regal
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While traveling and when depressing brake pedal it will not travel to floorboard. Conumer has to apply force. Please provide further information.*Ak
Carbon manoxide is getting into passenger's compartment when heat is in use. Dealer has been contacted.*Ak due to design defect carbon monoxide enters passenger and driver compartment when heat is turned on. Specifically, carbon monoxide enters at the point where the heater hose is connected to the heater core. *Yh
Need solutions on problems. No mention of safety defect. *Ak
LEFT FRONT BRAKES ELECTRONIC MOTOR FAILED. YY
Engine failure, causing loss of control.(Ohio turnpike police report).
Driving home couldn't turn left or right , so she left the car because she felt the steering was off. *Ak *jb
Photo cell defective for headlights, go off at night while driving. *Sd
Recall related, 86v030000, throttle went into open position after put the vehicle in reverse,impact 6:00 position and 12:00 position. Tt
During sudden pedal application no response from braking system. Tt
Fuel filler neck extension vibrated loose and wedged between engine and cruise control, causing sudden acceleration. (Other vehicle on 469375) *skd
Power steering rack needs replacement due to excessive wear. *Dh
Steering locked up due to seals of rack and pinion stub shaft allowing fluid to by pass steering cylinder. *Sd
Buick Regal: every year compared
All Regal years1985 Buick Regal vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Buick Regal | 12 | 9 | C | |
| 1985 Buick Park Avenue | 10 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Century | 9 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Skylark | 6 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Lesabre | 5 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Somerset | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Riviera | 2 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Buick | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1 | 0 | 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 1985 Buick Regal
Does the 1985 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 1985 Buick Regal: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); switch (January 1988); structure (August 1987); springs (February 1986) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Buick Regal?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (3), brakes (3), engine & cooling (3).
How many complaints has the 1985 Buick Regal had?
12 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 13, 1992 and the latest on May 3, 2001. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 Buick Regal a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 53 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 1985 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