13 problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 2002 Buick Regal. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Buick Regal based on all problems reported for the 2002 Regal.
Since the recall on the valve cover(s) been having ignition problems. The car 's engine stops running probably due to electrical problem or some other problem, eg ignition switch. Then it is difficult or impossible to start the car. After a start, have a hard time getting the car home. Right mow the vehicle is not drivable and in the garage.
Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was examined by and independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,000. Jft.
Car shuts down at any giveing time,leaveing us with out control. Cause for serious accident. We have found out its the ignition switch.
2002 Buick Regal. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall problems. The consumer stated over the last several months, the vehicle had to be re-started when it stalled. When the vehicle stalled, the braking and steering capabilities were lost. The dealer determined the issue by putting specific pressure on the steering column while turning the ignition switch.
The contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and on the way to the dealer the vehicle stalled five times. The technician diagnosed the ignition switch was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000. Updated 8/11/cn.
The contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated that whenever he made a turn, the vehicle would stall intermittently and without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the ignition switch was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 153,000 and the current mileage was 155,000.
Tl * the contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted and the dealer replaced the ignition switch. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 92,847. Updated 08/11/lj.
Ignition switch failure.
The contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated that the headlights would shut off without warning. In addition, the contact stated that he was unable to start the vehicle because the ignition switch would not turn. As of January 30, 2008, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 77,500.
Ignition switch had to be replaced on car with only 38,000 miles on it. Car stalled out in traffic.
: the contact stated while driving at 60 mph the ignition switch shorted out and caused the vehicle to lose power and stall. The vehicle restarted but stalled again later. The vehicle was difficult to start. It was taken to a local dealership, and they suggested the ignition switch be replaced. The vehicle currently operates normally. Updated 03/09/06.
The contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. Upon restarting, the vehicle resumed normally. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The failure mileage was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2002 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without any warning. The vehicle restarted and resumed in operation. The failure recurred four times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000. The VIN was unavailable.