NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Buick Regal Safety Record
The 2019 Buick Regal has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 3 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Buick Regal has no federal safety rating; NHTSA did not conduct crash tests on this model. Without this test data, no Safety Index score can be assigned. The vehicle's record shows three recall campaigns, addressing brake and seat components. Additionally, 18 owner complaints have been registered; none of these unverified complaints cite crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. The absence of comprehensive crash-test data means no conclusive assessment of the 2019 Buick Regal's crash safety can be made.
The 2019 Buick Regal was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries three recall campaigns and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 18 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Buick Regal?
The 2019 Buick Regal's safety record, as drawn from NHTSA data alone, sits in the Light burden band, meaning its combined recall and complaint volume is on the lower end of what the Safety Desk tracks for vehicles in this segment and age range. The three recalls are substantive in subject matter: two touch braking systems and one addresses structural integrity of front seat frames, all areas with direct occupant-protection implications. GM issued remedies for each campaign. The 18 unverified complaints are spread across six component categories, with powertrain and electrical allegations leading, but no complaint in the dataset involves a crash or injury outcome. No NHTSA-tested sibling years exist in the data for this model, so there is no adjacent crash-test record to reference as context. The Light band reflects volume, not severity, and it does not substitute for crash-test data that does not exist for this year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Buick Regal have any recalls?
The 2019 Buick Regal is covered by three recall campaigns. The first addresses vacuum-power brake assist software, spanning 2018 to 2020 model years, where a failure in that system could affect braking feel. The second targets front seat frames on 2019 to 2020 Regals, where a lower cross-member weld may be deficient. The third covers brake caliper components shared across several 2018 to 2019 GM models. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided campaign descriptions.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM22V465000
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the EBCM software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
Reported 2022-06-30
SEATS19V762000
Risk: Seats with improper welds may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crossbar welds on the front seats. If the crossbar is improperly welded, the seat back frame will be replaced, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 26, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 20, 2020. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's
Reported 2019-10-24
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER18V576000
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Reported 2018-08-30
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Buick Regal?
Owners have filed 18 unverified allegations with NHTSA against the 2019 Regal. The most frequently reported components are the powertrain and electrical system, each drawing six alleged reports, followed by the engine and service brakes at three each, and suspension and seats at two each. None of these allegations involve a reported crash, fire, injury, or death, and all remain unverified consumer claims, not established facts.
18 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Buick Regal?
Shoppers considering a used 2019 Buick Regal should verify recall compliance for any specific unit through NHTSA's free recall lookup tool. Three recalls have been issued for the 2019 Regal, and an open recall indicates that necessary remedies have not yet been applied to that vehicle.
- The 2019 Buick Regal has no NHTSA crash-test score for any metric; shoppers cannot compare it to star-rated vehicles on federal crash performance.
- Two of the three recalls affecting this model year involve braking systems, one covering vacuum-power assist software and one covering brake calipers shared with other 2018 to 2019 GM models, making VIN-level remedy verification especially important.
- The front seat frame recall, issued in October 2019, is specific to 2019 and 2020 Regal vehicles and concerns a potentially deficient weld on the lower cross-member of driver and passenger seats.
- All 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year are unverified allegations; none include a reported crash, fire, injury, or fatality, which is a factual characteristic of this year's complaint record.
FAQ2019 Buick Regal safety questions
Was the 2019 Buick Regal crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 3 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Buick Regal have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Buick Regal. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Buick Regal?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 18 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Buick Regal. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Buick Regal 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.