Table 1 shows nine common steering related problems of the 1999 Buick Regal. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (eight problems).
While driving at approx 40 mph or more the engine suddenly cuts out and the steering locks up and the car violently stops, which could cause a fatal accident. This is very much like the ignition switch problem in the other recalls. Read details...
I am the owner of a 1999 Buick Regal LS. I have 70,000 miles on my car. In December I noticed problems making sharp turn to the right. I would be backing out of drive ways or making 3-point turns and I would hear and feet a clink like something it stuck and then pushes through with pressure. Read details...
Power steering fails when turning to the right. Unit operates correctly when turning to the right, however there in intermittent power assist to the left. The unit failed when turning in a parking lot to the left, there was a pop followed by a complete loss of power assist to the left. Read details...