The contact owns a 1999 Buick Regal. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated and began to produce smoke while the check engine light was constantly illuminated. The failure was persistent. A fire report was not filed and the contact did not see any flames. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the motor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired several times, but the failure was persistent. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Hammond, LA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Buick Regal. The contact noticed oil leaking from the front and rear of the vehicle, while parked. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the oil pan, and valve cover gasket were replaced. In addition, the oil change was performed but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the remedy for the recall was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.

- Port Richey, FL, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Buick Regal. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts unavailable. The VIN was not available.

- Covington, GA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Buick Regal. The contact stated that the vehicle had an abnormal odor due to oil that leaked on the exhaust manifold. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling ) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available. The VIN was not available.

- Sonoma, CA, USA

Engine oil leaking on to exhaust manifold through valve cover gaskets-smoking-small fire extinguished-no extensive damage

- High Point, NC, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Buick Regal. While driving at 65 mph, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

- El Cajon, CA, USA

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. After a few tries the car does start again but this is not acceptable. Also there has been smoke pouring from the engine on more than one occasion when the vehicle was not even operating for more than ten minutes, and often the smell of gas permeates the inside of the vehicle.

- Tampa, FL, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the engine but the failure occurred on several occasions. The contact also stated that the headlight knob had to be pulled in order to start the engine. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, who diagnosed that the electrical control module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 139,000.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

The contact owns a 1998 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, there was smoke coming from under the hood. The vehicle was leaking oil from the front valve cover to the exhaust manifold, causing heavy burning oil smoke. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 09V116000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified and also stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. They offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 83,000.

- Downers Grove, IL, USA