Two problems related to engine head gasket leaking have been reported for the 1998 Buick Regal. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1998 Buick Regal. Consumer seeks reimbursement for repairs done related to recall the consumer stated the vehicle caught fire due to an oil leak, which resulted in a faulty gasket. It in turn shorted out the battery and the starter. The gasket leaked, blowing oil in the starter, and caused a fire under the hood. The consumer is seeking reimbursement for the repairs that were directly related to the recall.
Plenum intake gasket leak on second engine. 1998 Regal with 2000 Regal engine. $750. 00 to fix!.