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2012 Buick Regal

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

7

7 current

Combined

10.7L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,317

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2026089 · manufacturer campaign N252537580

26 February 2026

Transport Canada lists: Regal 2012–2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe links could break. A broken toe link can affect vehicle stability and could cause a loss of control. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recalls 2020-615, 2021-510 and 2021-785. This recall only affects vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners.

516 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2021785 · manufacturer campaign N212346640

22 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: Regal 2012

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe link could break. A broken toe link can affect vehicle stability and could cause a loss of directional control. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recalls 2020-615 and 2021-510. This recall only affects vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners.

152 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2020615 · manufacturer campaign N202308930

10 December 2020

Transport Canada lists: Lacrosse 2010–2013 · Regal 2012–2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe link could break. A broken toe link can affect vehicle stability and could cause a loss of directional control. Note: This recall only affects vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners.

10,006 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2014311 · manufacturer campaign 14271

23 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Lacrosse 2011–2012 · Regal 2011–2012 · SRX 2010–2012 · Camaro 2011–2012 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with power height adjustable front seats, a bolt securing the adjuster mechanism may loosen and fall out. This would cause the seat to drop to the lowest vertical adjustment position, which could affect the driver's ability to safety operate vehicle controls as well as cause reduced driver visibility. These issues could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the bolt.

29,555 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2014310 · manufacturer campaign 12212

23 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Regal 2011–2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, no indication would be provided to the driver, which is contrary to the requirements of the standard.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update vehicle software.

6,809 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2013149 · manufacturer campaign 13136, 13142

6 May 2013

Transport Canada lists: Lacrosse 2012–2013 · Regal 2012–2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with eAssist, the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function correctly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge, which would illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp. Eventually, the engine may stall. In conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, this could increase the risk of a crash. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odour, smoke and possibly a fire in the trunk. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the Generator Control Module.

604 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2012090 · manufacturer campaign 12048

7 March 2012

Transport Canada lists: Regal 2012

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, the Body Control Module (BCM) was incorrectly programmed during the manufacturing process, thereby preventing parking lamp activation. This could render the vehicle less visible to other motorists during hours of darkness, possibly resulting in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module.

299 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 42% of 133 2012 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
246 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2012 Buick Regal have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 7 recalls on record for the 2012 Buick Regal. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2012 Buick Regal get?
NRCan rates the 2012 Buick Regal at 10.7 L/100 km combined, emitting 246 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 7 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2012 Buick Regal for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,317 in fuel, producing roughly 4,943 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.