GM recalls more than 17,000 Buicks over a part that could cause drivers to lose control

"General Motors is recalling certain 2012 and 2013 Buick Regal models because of an issue with the rear suspension toe links that could increase the likelihood of a crash. The recall affects 17,050 Buick passenger cars that were sold or registered in 22 "high corrosion" states and Washington, D.C., according to the recall notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration."

"Only about 1% of the 17,000-plus vehicles identified may have a defect, which was caused by the Chinese supplier failing to properly apply corrosion protection which could eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture."

"Because of the risk of corrosion, GM has identified vehicles that were ever registered in the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, or Wisconsin."

General Motors issued a recall for 17,050 Buick Regal vehicles from model years 2012 and 2013 sold or registered in 22 high-corrosion states and Washington, D.C. The recall addresses a defect in rear suspension toe links caused by a Chinese supplier's failure to properly apply corrosion protection. This defect could cause the toe link to thin and fracture, increasing crash likelihood. Only approximately 1% of identified vehicles may have the defect. GM reports no accidents or injuries associated with the issue. Notification letters are expected in mid-April. The recall expands on two previous recalls filed since late February for the same issue. The Buick Regal was discontinued in 2020 as GM shifted focus to SUVs.

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