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General Motors has recalled just over 17,000 Buick Regal sedans from the 2012–2013 model years after regulators flagged a potential for a rear suspension component to fracture and compromise vehicle control. The action focuses on cars sold or registered in regions where road salt and moisture accelerate corrosion, and GM says dealers will repair affected cars at no charge.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says the problem stems from inadequate corrosion protection applied by a parts supplier, which can allow a **rear toe link** to corrode and break. While the vast majority of the recalled vehicles are expected to be sound, NHTSA estimates roughly 1% could actually have the defect — enough of a safety concern to warrant a formal recall.
Who is included
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The recall covers two trim levels — the Buick Regal Turbo and Regal GS — from the 2012 and 2013 model years. In total, GM identified about 17,050 cars within the recall population, split roughly between the two years.
- Estimated counts: around 4,750 vehicles from 2012 and about 12,300 from 2013.
- Geographic scope: cars sold or registered in more than 20 states plus Washington, D.C., where winter road treatments increase corrosion risk.
- Reason: a supplier’s failure to fully apply corrosion protection, raising the chance of a toe-link fracture and potential loss of control.
States included span much of the Northeast, Midwest and several other high-corrosion areas. They are:
- Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont
- Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia
- Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky
- Washington, D.C.
Repair, timeline and what owners should do
GM said authorized dealers will replace the affected **rear suspension toe links** and the related adjuster fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to go out beginning April 13.
If you own a 2012–2013 Regal Turbo or GS and live in one of the affected areas, check your vehicle identification number on the NHTSA recall lookup or contact your local Buick dealer to confirm whether your car is included. Until repairs are completed, avoid aggressive driving maneuvers and inspect the rear suspension if you notice unusual noises or handling issues.
GM reported no injuries tied to this condition in its recall filing. The company also noted this action expands on several recent recalls addressing the same corrosion-related component, underscoring the automaker’s effort to reach vehicles across multiple states and registration histories.
For the latest status and to schedule a repair, contact your dealer or visit the NHTSA website and enter your VIN to see whether your vehicle is affected. Repairs are performed at no cost to owners.
