Recall 16V108 affects 74 2016 Buick Regal vehicles for power-steering assist failure. Repair is free at any franchised Buick dealer.
Buick is recalling 74 2016 Regal vehicles because the power steering assist system can fail, leaving the driver to steer without assist. Loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash, and Buick dealers will repair the system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric power steering assist on the 2016 Buick Regal is the system that helps turn the front wheels when you move the steering wheel. An electric steering gear and power module add motor assistance, so the driver does not have to supply all of the steering force by hand.
On affected Regals, the problem is inside the power steering assist power module. A circuit board in that module has material from suspect production lots, and the board can fail without warning. When it fails, the steering assist stops helping. The steering wheel needs more effort, especially at low speeds or during parking maneuvers.
If the assist is lost, the instrument panel shows a malfunction indicator light and a Service Power Steering message. A warning chime also sounds. Those alerts mean the assist has already failed, not that the part is giving a long early warning.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Buick Regal | power steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 74 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 16 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Buick Regal sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of power steering assist makes the Regal harder to steer and increases the risk of a crash. If assist is lost, the instrument panel will show a malfunction indicator light and Service Power Steering message, with a warning chime. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Buick dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Buick Regal is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Buick dealer to schedule the free electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly replacement that fixes the power steering assist failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Buick mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V108 when you call.
- Drive with extra caution until the repair is complete; loss of power steering assist can make the vehicle harder to steer and increase crash risk.
- Call Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 with questions about the recall or dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Buick technician replaces the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly in the power steering assist system. The replacement parts and labor are free under recall 16V108. Reimbursement is not offered as a separate program because all covered 2016 Regal vehicles are under warranty. If you already paid for related steering work, ask the service desk how the existing warranty applies to that prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 19, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| February 19, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 24, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 21, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V108?
Recall 16V108 covers 74 2016 Buick Regal vehicles with a power-steering assist system that can fail. The listed safety concern is loss of power steering assist and crash risk. Buick dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Buick Regal is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2016 Buick Regal is included in recall 16V108. If included, contact a franchised Buick dealer to schedule the steering gear assembly replacement. Reference recall number 16V108 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly free of charge under this recall. The recall repair is handled at a franchised Buick dealer, and Buick customer service can be reached at 1-800-521-7300.
Is it safe to drive my 2016 Buick Regal before the repair?
The recall does not carry a do-not-drive order, but the defect involves power steering assist. If steering feels unusually heavy or changes while driving, stop in a safe place and call a Buick dealer before continuing. Ask the dealer for guidance when scheduling recall 16V108.
What if I bought my Buick Regal used?
The free recall repair still applies to a used Buick Regal. Ownership history does not remove the manufacturer's recall obligation. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then call a franchised Buick dealer and reference recall number 16V108.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V108000 |
|---|---|
| Buick customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V108 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V108000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →