Buick Regal Recall: Suspension Issue in 2012-2013 Models
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General Motors is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal vehicles due to potential rear suspension toe link fractures that could lead to loss of vehicle control.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles because the rear suspension toe links may have received improper corrosion protection, which can result in rear toe link fracture.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered in the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The potential number of units affected is 17,050, with a total affected of 34,100. The official NHTSA campaign number is 26V113000, and this recall expands previous NHTSA recall numbers 20V764, 21V633, and 21V00F.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and GM's number for this recall is N252537580.
Why This Matters
Rear toe link fracture can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash, which poses a serious safety concern for drivers and passengers.
Source
Attribution to NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) for campaign number 26V113000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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