General Motors Recalls 2012-2013 Buick Regal Models Over Rear Suspension Fracture Risk

What Happened

General Motors, LLC (GM) has initiated a recall for specific Buick Regal vehicles due to a defect in the rear suspension system. The rear suspension toe links in these vehicles may have been manufactured with improper corrosion protection. Over time, exposure to environmental conditions can cause these links to corrode and eventually fracture.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall impacts approximately 17,050 units of the following vehicles:

• Models: 2012–2013 Buick Regal (Turbo and GS trim levels)
• Geographic Scope: Vehicles sold or ever registered in 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.

This recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 26V113000) expands upon previous recalls including 20V764, 21V633, and 21V00F.

What You Should Do

Owners of the affected vehicles are advised to contact their local Buick dealer to schedule a repair. Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners at no cost to the consumer.

Official owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by April 13, 2026. For further information, owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. When calling, please reference GM recall number N252537580.

Why This Matters

A fracture in the rear toe link can lead to a sudden loss of vehicle control. This condition significantly increases the risk of a collision, posing a safety hazard to the driver, passengers, and others on the road.

Source

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under Campaign Number 26V113000.