We have classified the 4 complaints from 1999 Buick Regal about WHEELS into the following categories.
Aluminum wheels caused the tires to leak, due to cracking & peeling. both back tires had to be replaced at cost of $400. dealer refused to cover repair. *tr
1999 buick regal had tires replaced at 30,000 miles. customer states that the tires do not hold air pressure so the wheels need to be replaced. *kb the consumer stated the wheels were manufactured out of aluminum with defective chrome coatings. the consumer stated the tires would not adhere to the chrome properly. *jb
All four rims are peeling and breaking into pieces , creating pockets that trap dirt and debris. this makes it impossible to align the tires.*ak
Both rear rims, original equipment, are experiencing loss of air pressure. consumer replaced both rims, and the problem appeared to be corrected at this time. dealer was notified.*ak
Exterior mirror glass vibrates while driving causing blurred vision. had one side replaced under warranty. 6 months later, both sides do it. impossible to see clearly!!! chrome coating on wheels peeling off. pieces will stick to the abs sensor causing fault. one occasion it made brakes fail almost causing accident. *la
Rim failed, tire was new and undamaged, manufacturer ,per dealer, refuses to acknowledge problem. *ak