2013 Buick Regal GS Headlight Replacement

[@robdavidson43]

Dude thanks so much for this video! Helps me a lot. I’m about to tackle the exact same repair.

[@Jo-Anne.Clarke]

Ditto.

[@wellthen..314]

Same. Same situation. Same light

[@julianswistak]

Thanks for the excellent post. I didn't buy a new headlight assembly but I replaced the ballast and light in the driver's side like yours. I noticed when I had the bulb cover off the condensation quickly dried up so for better or worse I drilled 3x 3/16 holes on the bulb cover for venting. I put the cover on so the holes are on the bottom below the flat part. I also did a micro-silicone bead along the top of the light that is just below the hood line. A guy from Dallas did that in his post. So this was a relaxed two hour repair start to finish thanks to you.

[@angelsson9]

Julian Swistak Very clever fix. Thanks for sharing. Wish I woulda tried something like that. Haha

[@barkyvonschnauzer2188]

Finally someone made a video. Helped a lot. However I had the same issue with water in the unit (same side) I found a headlight shop that fixed for $150 BINGO back in business.... screw that dealer charge of $1500 to replace... Great video

[@dwani07]

Where

[@edgarpelayo3188]

What shop? I have same issue passenger side

[@theloseph]

The hex head on the screws is 7mm. I work in a GM plant and used to install headlights

[@roberttyrrell2250]

Thanks dude. Glad you showed all the bs screws to remove bumper. Off to fix my daughters car.TX again

[@ronedwards8239]

I have the 2014 model. This video saved me a $1,000! Mine had about 1/4 cup of water. Rotated it until I found the leak. Sealed it, and also drilled 3 small holes for drainage on the bottom of the lens just before the black housing. This is where water will pool. Make sure you drill the holes on the lowest part of the lens! Note: the holes are not visible, just be careful not to drill through the reflector housing. I got this tip from a guy fixing Mercedes headlights.

[@elliot3147]

Where was the leak on yours? I can't find it on mine

[@andyw.6273]

My '12 Regal has the same issue right now. How is this not a recall? I'm seeing it all over online now that I'm searching.. anyway thanks for this post!

[@kelvinrobinson5201]

I know right I battle with gm about that on my 2015 buick regal gs beautiful but all that moisture inside the light take away from the looks my daytime running light not working either gm don't see it being a issue don't know why they put these type lights on cars once the daytime running lights blow you have to change the whole assembly not just on buic but all of the new vehicles I end up ordering me a oe headlight for 500 waiting on it to come now they gave me a one year warranty on it I got driver side light changed put by gm right before the warranty went out at 50,000 miles

[@RamManNo1]

Same. Mine are starting to brown up on the inside the lens and it pops the bulbs. Pretty irriting. And seeing how much a replacement is $$$$

[@ucckyop2913]

@@kelvinrobinson5201everything you just said is me except I got a 2014 regal gs

[@jacquepowell6941]

Thank you SO SO much for this info! Was able to take this off myself, now to get a new one and get it on. Thank you so much!

[@unique2080]

Thanks man I appreciate your video so much. I was able to find a cheep part online instead of going to dealer and was able to put my headlight in. Thanks 👍

[@77mumsie]

Hello! could you send the link to where you found the replacement online. Thank you

[@AirmanJH]

Thanks for the vid. Helped a lot. Oddly enough, mine had another bolt on the bottom. Almost broke it before I found it. Oh, and GM uses metric sizes. Those bolts are actually 7mm.

[@christopherpitts861]

Good video, but one thing to note. I’m not sure if the passenger side is different, but I had to remove 4 bolts from the headlight assembly to remove it rather than 3. There are two bolts to remove when you flare the fender out.

[@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind]

I found the headlight online for $250 that was the cheapest and was brand new and yes for the GS not base model headlights but still way easier to just repair I have come across this issue recently on my 2012 Regal GS

[@chrishanns8786]

Where did you find one that cheap buddy I'm in need of one asap 🙄

[@77mumsie]

im looking also

[@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind]

@@77mumsie turns out you don’t need to buy a new one if waters getting in. Replace the headlight module that’s water resistant not water proof if it goes out. This module is $35 off eBay motors. The xenon light controls both low and high beam replace if needed but for me I let my module dry and my bulb never went out

[@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind]

@@77mumsie so to fix water getting in use a silicon sealant and line the top of the headlight where it meets the plastic the hood of the car will cover this and is somewhat transparent my car hasn’t had water get in the headlight since and it’s been over a year For any help just ask in the comment section I’ve helped 2 other people that parked next to me with their regal or regal gs with the same issue lol

[@judymccourt8044]

Thank you Bryan...I had 1 replacement from dealer...talk about a rip off...$1700 dollars out the door...I have a 2012 Regal GS...Now the other is full of water and out...why would they put the ballast where it fills with water...I will be doing this myself ..thank you again!!!!

[@charlesjones8075]

I have a 2012 Gs the driver side headlight went out and it has alot moisture in it. Now the passenger side blew so i got new bulbs and still no headlights but side marker lights work.i also checked both fuse boxes and my fuses are good .im lost what could it be? Why hasn't buick recalled this issue? Its no after market lights u can by for the Gs model.i went to Dealership in my area and was quoted $1353+ tax for just the headlight and also told its on back order and dont know when they will get more just to keep checking back. My advise is to pass up the Regal Gs model nice cars but headache because u will have that headlight issue.if i had known this i would never have gotten this car

[@wan2865]

I just went to a mechanic because there is moisture in my 13 regal gs and I also replaced the bulb. He told me that the ballast is the problem absolutely nothing wrong with the bulb itself. I need to get the moisture out of that housing because I’m not trying to spend around $300+ on a headlight.

[@charlesjones8075]

@@wan2865 its crazy. Very nice cars like i said before but just dont know why Buick never addressed this problem. Ive even checked salvage yards in my area and no Gs lights just regular buick regal lights.im actually over it man if i get my issue resolved im probably more than likely gonna get rid of mine . Again i gotta laugh about it because im frustrated as hell but to anyone else that ever wanted and Buick regal Gs 2012 and up nice cars,sporty and kinda fast for an 4 cylinder turbo car but by pass it and dont buy it based on the moisture that gets in driver side headlights and it blows and hard to get an headlight for that model on backorder and not know when one will appear just gotta keep checking dealership because its not an aftermarket cheaper one available like the regular Buick regal.price of light housing new is like $1350 to 1500 just for housing doesn't include installing labor cost.Best to do it yourself over dealing labor if u work on cars.Again nice car but walk away from it and leave it where u say it at is the best advice i could possibly give anyone. Nothing against Buick because they make decent cars but this issue u should have addressed.

[@elliot3147]

Just a PSA. The root cause of my headlight getting water in it was not a good seal on the headlight and the drain beneath the windshield wiper was clogged up so the water went down the hood to the headlight. I ended up changing the ballast.

[@blackknife1]

Nice job man! Sharp looking ride too!

[@elliot3147]

Lol you missed the fourth nut on the bottom. I was wondering why I couldn't take it out. Also the leak on my headlight was on the very top seam between clear and black plastic housing.

[@FLJAMESFL]

Thanks for this video, doing a friends in the next few weeks or so. Same issue with the moisture, great car otherwise. Thanks again bro.

[@joesr5700]

How does the water get in there, I have the same problem

[@DaveInCanada081]

Thank you for doing this video.

[@PaleAlejandro]

I noticed you didn't check the headlight alignment.

[@geezyclapz1766]

Which bumper is that ?

[@wildwillybilly]

Question: If one knows what they are doing, how long can you assemble the full assembly for 1 side from start of taking bumper off until finished and bumper back on? Aka estimated time for the job?

[@SuperJbro]

What size mounting screws is it for the headlight itself

[@charlessimmons3160]

You are a life saver. Thank you

[@tonyakenan6000]

Thanks for the video, what site did you find your headlights on. I can’t. Seem to find it them

[@robertebstein2376]

I have a 2017 Regal - same side headlight issue, just curious - was there a reason that you didn't try and fix the 'leak' - seems that mine is along the upper edge - had mostly cleared and then we had a deluge and without driving the car the headlight had quite a bit of water.... the unit is so expensive I thought it might be worth the effort...

[@brianturner1989]

Where did you buy it

[@crzxm]

Them rims are sweet.

[@frankwill9403]

Thanks for posting man!

[@andrewforeman1046]

I've been looking for this same part locally for weeks. Any chance you'd share where you found it?

[@MarkJAhle]

Andrew Foreman I’ve looked for the same thing for months now. Instead, I just bought the halogens. $165/ each and they’re plug and play.

[@angelsson9]

I give the part # for the driver side at about 2:50 in... just google it and you’ll see it available. Gonna run $900 though.

[@edgarpelayo3188]

@@MarkJAhle so I can replace both with halogens and its plug and play?

[@MarkJAhle]

@@edgarpelayo3188 Yes, completely. I got a pair of OEM from amazon. But you will likely also need to replace the fuse for the burnt out light too. I think it's a 15, under the hood.

[@MarkJAhle]

@@edgarpelayo3188 Just to throw it out there, I've got the passenger side HID looks great functions perfect if that is the side that flooded on you. Willing to sell.

[@J-Train_Fit-Travl_Juice-Tender]

Whats the total eta for changing this? If you are a trained mechanic 20 minutes, 30 minutes, 45 mins, 1 hour?

[@brianturner1989]

Hello Bryan. Where did you get your Headlight. I been looking for a year now.

[@angelsson9]

I got it from the dealer. But that was years ago. Maybe be available in the aftermarket. I mention the part number in the video I think. Good luck.

[@husseinhussein5565]

Any link to where you bought them from?

[@wan2865]

Anyone know if the 2014 headlights are the same size as the 2013s? They definitely cost less?

[@slither808]

There are 4 bolts holding it on!. And if you want to get rid of the old assembly let me know lol

[@stephentuozzo5619]

thank you

[@danielhallowell8601]

Thank you so much, God bless

[@gregoryharasym5424]

Same exact model and year, and this headlight on the drivers side is SOAKED equally to yours. With that price tag it looks like I’ll be driving around with a wet headlight for a while. Fuck that price man...

[@juststock8936]

Did u ever sell the old headlight ?

[@anthonyjake9939]

What company did you buy from? I have a '14 Regal Premium,. That needs the drivers side light replaced.

[@marekscakuls5030]

Guys the same head lights cost 150 euros... Opel insignia or Vauxhall insignia is the same car

[@marekscakuls5030]

Holden also has the same car

[@rhyno811]

I don’t see how the same HID headlight assemblies for the same car variants out of the US would be that much less.. Are you sure you aren’t talking about the standard Halogen headlight assemblies and not the HID that cane on all GS models in the states? I’m sure if it was that easy to buy an Insignia headlight everyone would be doing it and saving thousands.

[@RigginTheRod010]

Join the Regal Nation page and 2011+ Regal page on Facebook if you haven't already

[@joshuagarcia3156]

Did u ever sell the old one I will buy it

[@tattoodaddy_garage]

Bro, so all the other lights work except for the low beam, did the entire assembly stop working for you? I tried changing the bulb but no luck. Im assuming its a fuse?

[@frodarola]

U wanna get ride of the old headlights

[@angelsson9]

Avery McNeal yeah I still have it if you want it.

[@frodarola]

@@angelsson9 yes how can i scheduel getting them

[@tajhemingway9647]

Thx you

[@frodarola]

Yes i do

[@frodarola]

Yeah i want them

[@kbynum28]

I have the same car, does your headlights projection beam come out at an angle or is it leveled?

[@angelsson9]

Kevin Bynum mine is level from what I can tell. Sorry, didn’t have that problem.

[@macdaddybill]

My wife has the halogen on her 11 and drivers side is getting water in it now which I need to repair or replace. it is ridiculous what they charge for the HID. I have them on my 12 acura tl and praying I don't have issues. These manufacturers needed to go right to LED I think the HID is a joke.

[@beerwolf1]

This is a good reason not to buy these cars! The price they have on this stuff that shouldn't go bad in the first place is beyond ridiculous! If I were you, I would sell it right after fixing it!

[@spaceofmind4962]

Instead of just fixing the broken sealant , for Like 5$ , people get new Lights ≈ 1000$. Can't believe this. It could have been way easier

[@jonomano3992]

I have to replace mine cuz the same exact problem and dude $800 way too much for a freaking headlight

[@russgould707]

2 years ago I bought brand new headlights for my Pontiac G8 from the dealership. I installed them and they have the exact same problem. They came in boxes that said genuine GM parts. Made in China. I had to pull them back out and put sealant around that seems. Even if you buy a brand new headlights I would put sealant around the seams before installing. Really sad that you have to do this to a brand new expensive part. I now have this Buick regal with the exact same problem.

[@jonomano3992]

@@russgould707 I said fuck it and went back to halogen, I got a set for 100 beans on rock auto and called it a day. Sealed the top with DAP Seal N' Peal. Been working great ever since. Halogens are bright and don't look too bad 🤷🏽

[@denjhill]

5/16 bolt? On a German vehicle. Maybe you should re-evaluate that assessment and come back with the correct metric size.

[@bigfoottreehugger12213]

My car has same issue I would say it is a manufacturing fault and should be a recall aren’t faulty light considered dangerous if not working properly I’m called the manufacturer 🤬

[@jjack6896]

Wow another planned obsolescence. Where did you get it?

[@angelsson9]

Sorry for late reply. I ended up getting from dealer cuz I have a wholesale account... so it was about $900. You can get online for about the same price or less. But didn’t see anything brand new for under $850. Google search the oem # 19351945 for the left drivers side. You’ll see them!

[@skrutinizr9372]

planned obsolescence because the seal between the clear and black housings failed? Really? It must take millions in research to plan something to fail so precisely out of warranty.

[@richbeckage2515]

I just found one for my 2011 regal....on line and brand new----$179.00 delivered....just sayin

[@kanesMS3]

It’s the hid lights found in the gs models...they are stupid expensive. Bulbs for them are 100 a piece

[@LMike2004]

7mm and a Tora driver....

[@cloutmeup5040]

Bro you don’t have to do all of that to replace LEDs in a buck Verano

[@jerrystewart5694]

Not a good step by step video