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2020 Buick Regal Tourx problems

Owners filed 4 complaints about the 2020 Buick Regal Tourx with NHTSA between Feb 2023 and Oct 2026. The most-cited component is electrical system (1).

Complaints
4
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
1
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
0
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
01 —By component

Complaints by component

One complaint can cite several components
  1. Electrical system1
  2. Air bags1
  3. Seats1
  4. Back over prevention1
  5. Seat belts1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 12, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Trend

When complaints were filed

Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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Model yearComplaints filed per calendar year
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Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.

03 —Owner reports

Top problems in owners’ words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first

Electrical system

1 report1 crash
“My vehicle was damaged in a hit-and-run accident on March 6, 2023, and subsequently repaired by Matick Buick GMC. In 2025, I became aware of documented concerns involving airbag-related components, a restraint system warning light, StabiliTrak warnings, ABS-related concerns, diagnostic trouble codes, missing fasteners, water intrusion, and headliner-related repairs. Subsequent inspections and repair estimates identified additional safety-related repairs, diagnostics, and corrective actions after the collision repairs had been completed. I continue to have concerns regarding the vehicle's safety and roadworthiness. Please see the attached Supplemental Vehicle Safety Statement and supporting documentation for additional details.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 16, 2026Electrical system, Air bagsCrash reportedODI 11771533

Air bags

1 report1 crash

Seats

1 report
“The contact owns a 2020 Buick Regal TourX. The contact stated that while her daughter was attempting to adjust the front driver’s seat, she heard a snapping sound and the seat then failed to respond. Upon inspection, the contact’s daughter discovered that the front driver’s seat lower cross bar had detached, and the seat could not be adjusted, rendering the vehicle unsafe to operate. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V762000 (SEATS). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 80,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 10, 2025SeatsODI 11672393

Back over prevention

1 report
“Ever since we purchased the vehicle new in 2020 we had an issue with intermittent mulfunction of the parking and cross traffic alerts indicators. The backup camera screen often fails to indicate whether there is cross traffic and from which side. The issue is present about 8/10 times. While the vehicle was under warranty we took it multiple times to two GM dealerships. Technicians updated the vehicle software but the issue remained. It is now going on 4th year that we don't know whether a parking sensor is beeping from our angled driveway or if there is a vehicle approaching from either (and which side!?) of our street, rendering these optional safety feature unreliable. In addition to documenting the issue when visiting the dealerships I also extensively documented the issue as it occurred by photographing the alert system and milage odometer in the same photo frame. One such recent photo is attached. There is a vehicle approaching but the visual indicator is absent. Despite more than ample patience with GM the company inaction on this safety problem remains.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 28, 2024Back over preventionODI 11568366

Seat belts

1 report
“We were Christmas shopping driving down city streets when we heard a loud popping sound. When we pulled over to see what it was, the front passenger’s side seat belt buckle release no longer worked but the seat belt came out without resistance. It has not worked since. The dealer has confirmed the issue but says the part is back ordered without estimated delivery date. By the way, I have looked for parts in junkyards. I have found junk yards with TourXes but not this part as it has already been sold. I have the part if you want to inspect it.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 25, 2023Seat beltsODI 11509114
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 12, 2026

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.