2002 Buick Regal problems
The Buick Regal is a line of mid-size cars marketed by Buick since 1973. For nearly its entire production, the Regal has served as the premium mid-size/intermediate offering of the Buick product range. Introduced as a submodel of the Buick Century, the model line is currently in its sixth generation. From the 1970s to the 1990s, the Regal served as the Buick counterpart of the Pontiac Grand Prix and Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme.
Originally introduced as a personal luxury coupe, the Regal was later expanded to a full model line. To showcase its success in NASCAR racing, from 1982 to 1987, Buick introduced the Buick Regal Grand National, Regal T-Type, and the limited-production Buick GNX. During the 1990s, while the four-door sedan superseded the two-door coupe entirely, forced-induction engines made their return, with superchargers replacing turbochargers.
For 1999, the Buick Regal inaugurated the sale of GM vehicles in the Chinese market, with the 1997 design lasting through 2008. Following the 2004 model year, Buick retired the nameplate in North America, with the Regal replaced by the Buick LaCrosse.
For 2008, Opel introduced the Opel Insignia as its largest sedan, with Buick rebranding the model line as the Regal for the Chinese market. For 2011, GM reintroduced the Regal to North America, rebranding the Insignia sedan for North America. For 2018, Buick introduced the second-generation Opel Insignia, sourcing all production from Germany; alongside a first-ever liftback sedan, the Regal TourX was the first Buick station wagon in 22 years.
After 2020, as the division shifted away from car model lines, Buick ended sales of the Regal in North America.
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Common 2002 Buick Regal problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Buick Regal 2002, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Brakes Failed To Engage: The 2012 Buick Regal had a significant problem with brakes failing to engage. Owners reported an average cost of $10,000 to fix this issue, with an average mileage of 4,000 miles. This issue poses a serious safety concern as it affects the car's ability to stop effectively, potentially leading to accidents and injuries.
- Timing Chain Issue: In the 2011 Buick Regal, a common problem was related to the timing chain. Owners reported an average cost of $2,000 to address this issue, with an average mileage of 89,000 miles. A faulty timing chain can cause engine misfires, rough idling, and even complete engine failure if not addressed promptly.
- Engine Failure: The 2012 Buick Regal also faced problems with engine failure. Owners reported an average cost of $4,400 to fix this issue, with an average mileage of 55,000 miles. Engine failure can result in the car becoming inoperable, leading to costly repairs and potential safety hazards on the road.
These issues highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any signs of trouble in the Buick Regal 2002 to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle.
Was a 2002 Buick Regal a good car?
Car is great to drive, handles well and gas mileage for engine size (with turbo) is very decent.
Is Buick Regal a reliable car?
The Buick Regal is considered reliable, with a reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5.0 from RepairPal.
What is the best year for a Buick Regal?
This is the overall most reliable Buick Regal year. According to motorandwheels.com, the 2011 Buick Regal is the best in the entire line. Featuring an excellent engine, solid powertrain, and great performance and comfort, it is still a top choice for anyone seeking a midsize and reliable sedan.
What's the value of a 2002 Buick Regal?
How much is a 2002 Buick Regal worth? The value of a used 2002 Buick Regal ranges from $439 to $2,332, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
Was a 2002 Buick Regal a good car?
Car is great to drive, handles well and gas mileage for engine size (with turbo) is very decent.
Is Buick Regal a reliable car?
The Buick Regal is considered reliable, with a reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5.0 from RepairPal.
What's the value of a 2002 Buick Regal?
How much is a 2002 Buick Regal worth? The value of a used 2002 Buick Regal ranges from $439 to $2,332, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What is the best year for a Buick Regal?
This is the overall most reliable Buick Regal year. According to motorandwheels.com, the 2011 Buick Regal is the best in the entire line. Featuring an excellent engine, solid powertrain, and great performance and comfort, it is still a top choice for anyone seeking a midsize and reliable sedan.
2002 Buick Regal car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Buick Regal problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Visibility problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2002 Buick Regal vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2002 Buick Regal
The NHTSA has received 129 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2002 Buick Regal. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2002 Buick Regal vehicles.
2024-03-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-20
- VIN: 2G4WB52K321
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: Dealership sold car knowing there’s recalls and never fixed
2021-03-03
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB55KX21
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 45 MPH, WHEN HE DETECTED A BURNING ODOR AND SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS A FALSE SENSOR, OIL LEAK, AND BRAKE FLUID LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WILLIAM BUICK GMC (8201 SOUTH BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28273) BUT WAS INFORMED THE RECALL REPAIR COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE OF RUST UNDER THE HOOD AND LIABILITY ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2020-02-14
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB55K721
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNED A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, SHE SAW SMOKE EXITING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WHEN SHE OPENED THE HOOD SHE SAW FIRE LOCATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT STATED SHE WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE AND WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT. THE CONTACT STATED RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) TWO WEEKS AFTER THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT CALLED GLENDENNING MOTOR COMPANY (1100 E SOUTH ST, MT AYR, IA 50854) TO MAKE THEM AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER SHE WAS INFORMED NO ASSISTANCE COULD BE OFFERED AS THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2019-01-30
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-21
- VIN: 2G4WB55K321
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MY CAR AS A ENGINE ISSUE EVERY YEAR AROUND OR NEAR FEB CRAZY BUT TRUE I HAVE HAD MY CAR SAFTEY RECALL FIXED BUT NOT PROPERLY STATED ANOTHER DEALERSHIP IN SUNNYVALE DURING INVESTIGATION FROM GM BUT NOTHING WAS DONE ABOUT IT ONCE AGAIN I HAD ANOTHER FIRE FROM COVER AND STILL NOTHING WAS DONE DUE TO MY LOST TIME AND SUFFER OF THIS REOCCURRING ISSUE THAT SEEMS TO NEVER BE PROPERLY FIXED OR ADDRESSED STILL I SUFFER FROM THIS CAR ALL MY NEW 'FIX' TO THAT SAFETY RECALL HAS A BIGGER PROBLEM STILL GASKET IS CRACKED BY LOOKS SINCE THE DAY IT WAS REPLACED AND THE PLASTIC RETAINING CLIPS ARE MELTING AND BURNING MY SPARK PLUGS TO THAT CLIP IS BURNING AND FREMONT DEALERSHIP WON'T EVEN GIVE ME TIME OR DAY GM IS RED FLAGED MY PHONE NUMBER AND NOW AFTER I GET MY MOTOERMOUNTS FIXED AND ALL THE MONEY I PUT INTO KEEPING MY CAR UP AND RUNNING IT STILL FAILS ME TO POINT THAT MY ENGINE JUST STARTED KNOCKING REALLY LOUD DAY AFTER I GOT OIL CHANGE AND NO WARNING LIGHT OR ANYTHING THAT COULD HELP EXPLAIN THE PROBLEM AND TOWED TO MY CAR SHOP TO FIND OUT MY CAR RESULTS AND I HEAR IT'S A BAD ENGINE I NEED TO REPLACE IT AS OF JANUARY 21 2019 GO WITHOUT A CAR DUE TO A GM BAD ENGINE ALL AROUND FOR MY CAR THE WORST CAR EVER WORST SERVICE FROM BOTH GM AND FREMONT GMC HAS NO CARE OF MY LIFE SITUATION BECAUSE OF THIS APP ENGINE ! IS IT POSSIBLE THAT MY CAR IS JUST A NO GOOD ENGINE ALL AROUND LIKE A LEMON ENGINE? WHY IS THIS ENGINE SO GREAT AND LAST FOREVER IN ALL OTHER BUICK'S BUT MINE HAS MAJOR ISSUES SAFETY ISSUES
2018-11-17
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-14
- VIN: 2G4WB55K321
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: MY CAR WAS IN DRIVING MODE ON THE ROAD IN NEWARK CALIFORNIA AND SPEED LIMIT 35 MPH ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY CAR WITHOUT WARNING WITHOUT ANY ISSUES PRIOR TO THIS JUST STOPPED LOCKED UP BRAKES LOCKED UP STEERING WHEEL CAR STILL RUNNING BUT WON'T LET ME ACCELERATE CAR RADIOS ON TOAST ON MY BATTERY JUST EVERYTHING LOCKED UP OUT OF NOWHERE NO WARNING SIGNS SCARE THE HECK OUT OF ME I JUST HAD TO LET IT KEEP ROLLING TO LOOK INTO A STOP AND GOT IT TOWED HOME NOW EVERY TIME WE TURN ON THE CAR IF I HAD THE BLINKER ON IT SHUT OFF THE CAR WON'T DRIVE IT DOESN'T HAVE ENOUGH POWER ALMOST LIKE ELECTRICAL ISSUE HIM A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WASN'T COMING ON NOW IS I HAVE CODES U1040,C1225,C1226,C1232, C1233,C1248, WHY IS THIS CAR SO UNSAFE AND WHY CAN'T ANY REAL ACTIONS BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY ITS OLD BUT VERY MAJOR ISSUE IN ALL THESE MAKES OF YEAR LOOK IT UP AND SEE SAME THING EVERY WHERE I AM LUCKY I?M STILL ALIVE DUE TO ALL MY FAIRIES WITH RECALL 15757 AND ALL OTHER MAJOR ISSUES THAT NEVER BEEN REALLY DEALT WITH I SUBMIT A CLAIM ALMOST EVERY 2 YEARS WHEN MY CAR CATCHES FIRE 4X AND NOW THIS MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE!! NEVER GOT ANY OUT COME ON ANY OF THESE BIG ISSUES AND THIS IS MY SAFE OPTION FOR MY LIFE IN OWNING A CAR I PAY A LOT OF MONEY FOR THIS I WISH I HAD MORE INFO ON GM NO LOYALTIES TO THERE PEOPLE PLEASE THEY HAVE TOLD ME STRAIGHT UP WE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS SORRY !!! I CAN'T FIND A LAWYER TO TAKE A CASE AGAINST GM I THINK ACTION NEEDS REAL TIME INVESTIGATING NOT A WEBSITE WE CAN WRITE CLAIM AFTER CLAIM AFTER CLAIM HOPEFULLY I WILL GET MY STORY OUT THERE BEFORE PEOPLE START DRIVING AND END UP DEAD DUE TO THIS HORRIBLE SITUATION THE 02 BUICK REGAL IS NOT SAFE STOP DRIVING THIS CAR IF U OWN ONE !!! *TR
2017-10-11
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-27
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: WAS DRIVING ON A TRIP BACK AND FORTH FROM MISSISSIPPI, WAS DRIVING ON FIRESTONE INFINITY TIRES SIZEP215.7015, HAD 2 BLOW OUTS ON THE CAR. THE SAID TIRES DIDN'T HAVE BUT 23K MILES ON THEM THE LEFT FRONT WENT 1ST CAUSING BOUT 2000 WORTH OF DAMAGE, THE 2ND ONE BLEW OUT COMING BACK, THESE TIRES HAVE A HISTORY OF BLOW OUTS, WOULD RECOMMEND AGAINST PEOPLE TRUSTING FIRESTONE TIRES.
2017-10-10
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-25
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB55K321
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE BEAUTY COVER WHERE OIL HAD LEAKED ONTO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE THE FIRST TIME. THE FIRE OCCURRED A SECOND TIME WITHIN THE SAME DAY AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. FREMONT BUICK GMC IN FREMONT, CALIFORNIA WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FIRES AND REQUESTED THAT THE CONTACT PAY FOR A VEHICLE INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BE FULLY INSPECTED. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE RETAINERS ON THE VEHICLE WERE INSTALLED IMPROPERLY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 83,100. *LN *BF UPDATED 7/26/18*JB
2017-09-27
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-25
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB55K321
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: SECOND TIME AROUND MY BUICK REGAL CAUGHT ON FIRE AS IT SAT IN DRIVEWAY MY CAR HAS BEEN A VIN THAT FIT THE SAFTEY RECALL SINCE 2007 3RD OR 4TH ONE SINCE I BOUGHT MY CAR FROM DEALERSHIP MY CAR HAS 5 RECALLS WHICH 3 ARE RECALL CAMPAIGN SO DEALER FIXED ONLY PART OF THE RECALL IN FEB 18 2016 I WAS SENT ANOTHER SAFETY RECALL LETTER ASKING ME TO GO BACK TO GET EXTRA WORK DONE OR NEWER PARTS DEALER SAID NO SO NOW IT'S SEPTEMBER 25/26 2017 AND FIRE HAPPENS AGAIN THIS TIME WAS A BIGGER ISSUE HAD FIREDEPARTMENT CALLED OUT ALL THE FLAMES CAME FROM UNDER THE BEAUTY COVER AND VALVE COVER LEAK WHICH WAS A RECALL FOR SEVERAL YEARS THEY FIXED WITH BETTER PARTS BUT STILL HAVE A FIRE DEALERSHIP SAID NO GET MY CAR OUT THERE SHOP AND AGM TELLS ME SORRY CAN'T DO ANYTHING FOR U BECAUSE MY CAR 2002 OLD NO WARRANTIES BUT IT'S A SAFTEY RECALL ALMOST EVERY YEAR SINCE MY CAR WAS BOUGHT NO PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SURE Y I GET ONLY HALF RECALL DONE AND NOT DO THE FULL RECALL CORRECTLY THERE FOR THEY SHOULD BE HELP RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FIRE SINCE THEY NEVER TOOK MY COVER OFF THEY WERE VERY AWARE OF THAT I CAN'T DO ANYTHING FOR THIS ISSUE I HAVE HAD 7 CLAIMS SINCE FIRST TIME CAR ON FIRE JAN 6 2016 AND CLAIM #11 CLAIM STORY FOR NHTSA CALLED EVERYONE I COULD EVEN MY LOCAL NEWS BUT NO ONE WILL HELP ME BECAUSE IT'S A FIGHT AGAINST GM IT'S SO WRONG NOT FAIR THAT THIS HAPPENS TO PEOPLE I DON'T WANT MONEY OR BIG DEAL I JUST WANT A CAR THAT DOESN'T CATCH FIRE EVERY YEAR I NEED HELP PLEASE !!! ALSO I WOULD LIKE MORE INFO ON WHAT CAMPAIGN MEANS FOR THE SITUATION !?
2017-01-03
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-15
- VIN: 2G4WB55K121
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: SINCE THE RECALL ON THE VALVE COVER(S) BEEN HAVING IGNITION PROBLEMS. THE CAR 'S ENGINE STOPS RUNNING PROBABLY DUE TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR SOME OTHER PROBLEM, EG IGNITION SWITCH. THEN IT IS DIFFICULT OR IMPOSSIBLE TO START THE CAR. AFTER A START, HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING THE CAR HOME. RIGHT MOW THE VEHICLE IS NOT DRIVABLE AND IN THE GARAGE. *TR
2016-10-31
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB52K421
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 226,000.
2016-06-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-04
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB55K321
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: PLEASE REFER TO THE LETTER ATTACHED BELOW. IT IS A COPY OF THE LETTER THAT WAS ORIGINALLY SENT TO THE GEORGIA ATTORNEY GENERAL CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION ON JUNE 2, 2016. THANK YOU *TR
2016-06-17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-16
- VIN: 2G4WB55K721
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE 2002 BUICK REGAL,HAD FIXED FOR LOW COOLANT LIGHT SIGN PROBLEM SEVERAL TIME BY DEALER, LAST REPAIR WAS DONE 1-26-2016 BY DEALER AND DO NOT SHOW ANY MORE LOW COOLANT SIGN OF LIGHT, 20 DAYS LATER MY CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF ROAD, I TOWED IT TO SAME DEALER, DEALER TOLD ME THAT TRANSMISSION NEED TO BE REPLACED BY VERBAL, I TOWED IT TO TRANSMISSION SHOP AND REPAIRED AND I COMPLAINTED TO STATE OF CA, IN FEB. 2016, I HAD RECALL NOTICE FROM GM, I HAD RECALL SERVICE DONE BY ANOTHER GM DEALER IN MARCH 2016, INVESTIGATOR FROM THE STATE LOOKED THROUGH MY CAR IN MAY 20 2016, INVESTIGATOR FOUND THE SIGN OF LOW COOLANT LIGHT WAS NOT DISPLAYED WHEN HE TURNED ENGINE ON, EVERY OTHER SIGNS OF ENGINE LIGHT DISPLAYED EXCEPT LOW COOLANT SIGN OF LIGHT, I PAID $131.00 TO DEALER WHERE I HAD RECALL SERVICE DONEIN MAY 27, 2016, I EXPLAINED THEM ALL THE SERVICE LIGHT DISPLAYS BUT THE LOW COOLANT LIGHT WHE ENGINE TURNED ON, THEY TOLD ME THAT MY CAR NEED NEW CLUSTER AND IT WILL COST $1009.00. MY CAR DRIVES SMOOTHLY AND I HAVE TO BUY COOLANT AND POUR IT TO RADIATOR MYSELF , CHECK FLUID LEVEL EVERY DAY TO BE SAFE, THIS IS VERY STRESSFUL AND MAKE ME NERVOUS TO GO OUT AND ENJOY MY LIFE,MY CAR IS ONLY 14 YEARS OLD AND 68300 MILES DRIVEN, I NEED MERE INVESTIGATION WHY DEALER WANT ME TO CHANGE THE WHOLE CLUSTER INSTEAD OF LITTLE PROBLEM OF MECHANICAL WIRE CONNECTION ? OR BULB ? I HAD PROBLEM WITH ODOR METER BETWEEN 2013-2015 AND DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT WOULD COST $ 1000,00 BUT ODOR METER OWNER FIXED WITH LITTLE CHARGE, I NEED HELP! PLEASE. THE OTHER DEALER SENT ME THE CHECK $ 409.23 BECAUSE INVESTIGATOR TOLD THEM. I NOTICED THE CASE NUMBER WAS DIFFERENT IN THE CHECK, I TOLD INVESTIGATOR ABOUT IT AND HE TOLD ME IT IS OK TO DEPOSIT THE CHECK SO I DID AND CASHED OUT.
2016-05-09
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-02
- VIN: 2G4WB55KX21
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2016-04-27
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-16
- VIN: 2G4WB55KX21
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET, VALVE COVER GASKET SET, AND SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 92,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-04-04
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-01
- VIN: 2G4WB52K421
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INTAKE GASKET WAS LEAKING OIL AND THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2016-03-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-26
- VIN: 2G4WB52K921
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE PART NEEDED WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE DEALER CANCELLED AN APPOINTMENT TWICE, STATING THAT THE PARTS WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE DELAY. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2016-03-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-23
- VIN: 2G4WB52K32I
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: LEAKING OIL FROM ENGINE WHEN STATIONARY.
2016-03-17
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-10
- VIN: 2G4WB55KX21
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR VALVE COVER GASKET HAD A SEVERE OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT REPLACING THE REAR VALVE COVER GASKET AND THE RECALL REPAIR WOULD NOT BE SUFFICIENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
2016-03-08
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-07
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB52K321
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT IMMEDIATELY CAUGHT ON FIRE. A POLICE AND A FIRE REPORT WERE FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 141,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2016-02-26
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB52K821
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, SMOKE AND FLAMES WERE PRESENT UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES USING A CLOTH. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
2016-02-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-24
- VIN: 2G4WF551421
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: RECALL 15757 , ONLY REQUIRES GM TO REPAIR FRONT VALVE COVER & GASKET.THIS WAS DONE AT PALM CHEVY OCALA FL. REMEDY APPLIED UNDER EARLIER RECALLS DID NOT ADEQUATELY REMOVE SAFETY RISK! GM & DEALER REFUSE TO REPAIR REAR VALVE COVER & GASKET LEAKING OIL ON ENGINE BLOCK! REQUEST IMPROVED REMEDY RECALL BEFORE ENGINE FIRE IGNITES. BOTH STATED I CAN PAY FOR REPAIRS? HALF A RECALL REMEDY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. OIL ACCUMULATES DURING ENGINE RUNNING & IN MOTION.PALM CEVY 2300 SW COLLEGE RD OCALA FL #352 629 8011.INVOICE CVS6487,02/24/16. REQUESTING COMPLETE SAFETY REPAIRS ON FRONT & REAR VALVE COVERS DUE TO OIL LEAKS ON ENGINE BY GM & DEALERS.GM HAS RECEIVED OTHER NOTIFICATIONS AND AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM BY OTHER OWNERS!!
2016-02-24
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-01
- VIN: 2G4WB55K821
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 2002 BUICK REGAL. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPAIR ENGINE OIL DEPOSIT ON EXHAUST MANIFOLD RECALL NOTICE. *SMD
2016-02-01
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-01
- VIN: 2G4WB55K021
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15701000 (ENGINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-01-29
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB55K121
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY FAILED AND HAD TO BE JUMPSTARTED. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD AND AN ABNORMAL GURGLING NOISE WAS HEARD. FLAMES APPEARED AND THE CONTACT, BYSTANDERS, AND FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE IF A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND IF THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND SALVAGED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
2016-01-28
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-04
- VIN: 2G4WB52K821
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2002 Buick Regal recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2002 Buick Regal.
2015-10-26
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
- Consequence: Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
- Remedy: The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
2009-04-08
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
- Consequence: IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINES FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINES PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
2009-02-17
- Manufacturer: DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONSTM" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
- Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
2008-10-17
- Manufacturer: DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
- Consequence: IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
2008-03-12
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
- Consequence: CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINES FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINES PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, ALONG WITH THE 1-3-5 SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. , FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. UNTIL THE REMEDY IS COMPLETED, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM .
Negative 2002 Buick Regal car reviews
Positive 2002 Buick Regal car reviews
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Well... not exactly... but this car is a sleeper. Just put your foot on the gas and you're off to 60 in no time. BMWs need to watch out! I have the Abboud series, so the colors and signage on the car are a little fancy and unique. It's very comfortable... and... did I say fast? I love this car.
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I recently went back to an old friend, the Buick Regal GS from '94, and found that I still love it just as much as before... and even more! The car handles beautifully, has a stunning navy blue exterior, and boasts impressive power and performance that is always there when you need it. The interior is also a delight, with comfortable leather seats, a moonroof, and a top-of-the-line 'Monsoon' cassette/CD player. Overall, I was able to purchase this dealer demo for a great price and believe that it offers tremendous value in today's auto market.
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This was a great find! For those of you who think that this is an old person's car, think again. It has the comfort of a luxury vehicle but the power of a sports car :)
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The car is both simple and elegant. It is highly functional and has a conservative style that will remain fresh for years to come.
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I've been driving a 1998 Buick Regal LS for the past five years, but I just traded it in for a 2002 Buick Regal GS Sedan with a turbocharger. As a big fan of muscle cars, I love it when my cars perform quickly and quietly. Over the years, I've owned Chryslers, Pontiacs, and Oldsmobiles, and I've enjoyed driving all of them. Although the 1998 was leaking a small amount of oil, it ran so well that I didn't want to get rid of it. However, I decided that upgrading to the 2002 model was a wise move. I briefly tried a 2006 Chevy Impala, but I found the ride and performance of the Buick to be far superior. I only just purchased it on April 13th, 2006, so I'll have to drive it more to see if it compares as well as the 1998, which was excellent. The only drawback is that it requires 91 octane fuel.
Additional sources
More sources of information about 2002 Buick Regal problems:
2002 Buick Regal Problems and Complaints - 24 Issues
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Common 2002 Buick Regal Problems: Q&A with Experts
https://www.justanswer.com/buick/1q3ns-experiencing-problems-2002-buick-regal.html
Jan 14, 2009 ... HelloCustomerthe most common problem ive seen on these vehicles that causes this is the ignition switch contacts fail.If you can get the ...
2002 Buick Regal Reliability - Consumer Reports
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buick/regal/2002/reliability/
Reliability ... Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead.
Q&A: 2002 Buick Regal LS Problems - JustAnswer
https://www.justanswer.com/buick/43s2t-2002-buick-regal-ls-cylinder-automatic-transmission.html
Oct 14, 2010 ... a very common problem causing this is a bad spark plug or spark plug wire intermitanlty giving out and causing a cylinder to skip for a second ...
2002 Buick Regal Consumer Reviews | Cars.com
https://www.cars.com/research/buick-regal-2002/consumer-reviews/
Looked forever for good used car .... · I drove my 17yr olds today. It rode smooth! · Good Car for the Price · Well Worth Money for Comfort & Reliability · Drive is ...
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Are you having problems with your 2002 Buick Regal?
Harold Cassin 2024-08-28
It sounds like you had a good experience with the car overall, but unfortunately experienced some issues with the steering and engine. It's always frustrating when a car doesn't live up to expectations, especially when you've taken good care of it. According to your mechanic, this is a common issue with Buick and Pontiac cars that have the 3.8 engine. They recommend using the best synthetic oil, such as Mobil One, every 2000 miles to help prevent these issues from occurring. I hope this information helps!
Haley Hartmann 2024-08-22
Our grandmother gave us this car because our 94 Plymouth Voyager finally gave out. She only drove it to the country club and the store. They took a Honda CRV for road trips. Now my family travels a lot. So we took it down to Florida and unfortunately, the car couldn't get over 55MPG coming back. The O2 Sensor or MAF sensor would go out a lot, causing us to stall at intersections. Despite its basic exterior and interior, the car has Monsoon Speakers that provide great sound. However, the handlebars and cup holders are quite cheap and break easily. Replacing the taillights is also a bit of a pain, especially the four trunk ones. The dashboard also needed to be replaced, which cost around $2000. Overall, this car may not be the best choice for someone who doesn't want to spend money on frequent repairs. Unfortunately, it doesn't have Bluetooth or MP3/Aux Input. We are trading it in today.
Kristoffer Halvorson 2024-06-16
Just purchased a 2002 LS with 76K. I'm so excited about my new car! From the initial drive, I automatically fell in love with it. Reading all the positive comments has made me feel even better about my purchase today.