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2005-2019 · 15 model years

Buick Lacrosse Problems by year

Owners have filed 2,128 complaints about the Buick Lacrosse across 15 model years, and it has 25 recalls. The 2006 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (300), while 2017, 2018, 2019 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the lights.

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Most complaints for its age2006300 complaints · 4 recallsSee the 2006
Complaints
2,128
Recalls
25
Crashes
99
Fires
61
Injuries
71
Deaths
1

Lacrosse complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20197200Engine & coolingA
201812300Electrical systemA
201737200Electrical systemA
201648252SteeringA
201544350SteeringA
201463571Electrical systemB
2013130553Electrical systemC
20122075104Electrical systemD
20111694151Engine & coolingC
2010189269Engine & coolingD
2009106234LightsB
20082512126Electrical systemD
20072504818LightsD
20063004167LightsF
2005315576LightsD

Most common Lacrosse problems

Buick Lacrosse recalls 25

Latest Lacrosse complaints

2017 Buick LacrosseEngine & cooling

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The engine thermostat became stuck in the open position, preventing the engine from reaching normal operating temperature within the time expected by the vehicle's control system. When this occurs, the vehicle commands the engine cooling fans to run at high speed continuously, causes the engine temperature gauge to read cold, disables air conditioning operation, and eventually illuminates the check engine light. The...

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thermostat and vehicle are available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The primary safety concern is the loss of windshield dehumidification capability due to the air conditioning system being disabled. During rain, high humidity, or rapidly changing weather conditions, the inside of the windshield can fog over quickly and significantly reduce visibility. This can occur while traveling at highway speeds, creating a situation where the driver must attempt to clear the windshield while maintaining vehicle control and searching for a safe location to stop. The loss of air conditioning during periods of extreme heat can also create uncomfortable and distracting driving conditions. Opening windows at highway speeds is not an equivalent substitute due to excessive noise, air-pressure fluctuations, and reduced driver comfort. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes. The condition is repeatable and consistently occurs when the thermostat is stuck open and the engine does not achieve the expected operating temperature. The symptoms return until the thermostat is replaced. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? The vehicle has been diagnosed as having a thermostat stuck in the open position. No police or insurance inspections have occurred. Were there any warning lamps, messages or othe

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11777243
2012 Buick LacrosseTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

13136 recall issued on [redacted] was visually inspected by [[redacted]] Chevrolet Pleasant Hill Iowa on 7/10/13. With the statement no further action required .Diagnostic inspection done by Thompson Buick Springfield [[redacted]] [redacted] the following codes flagged.B1517,P0606,P0700,P0AC4,P0BE6,P0BEE,P0C0B,U0140,U0293,U1817 The vehicle is owned by my wife's aunt a [[redacted]] widow the car is a critical Lifeline used by her niece to drive a 2.5 hour highway route from [[redacted]] to [[redacted]] where her...

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aunt resides in a nursing home. On a return trip to [[redacted]]. The vehicle experienced catastrophic shut down power windows failed , air conditioner quit functioning and a mile of home the car lost power steering. Because recall inspection was done one month after the recall roll out [redacted] and then recall inspection was done [redacted] was a visual inspection that did not replace the known to be ,a future failure point part. After the catastrophic shut down, we took the vehicle to Thompson Buick [[redacted]]. To have a diagnostic service done which showed Parts noted in the original recall had failed the dealership was unable to do anything because the recall showed no further action completed . Service manager contacted GM representative who stated GM declined the request because the vehicle is outside the age and mileage guidelines for repair assistance GM does not allow for assistance Beyond 7 years or 50,000 miles Beyond warranty and service date. I believe this is taken out of context and the recall should be reviewed because the inspection was not adequate to solve the initial problem noted in the recall. There have been several changes to this recall to facilitate a review. But they have refused to have any other statement. All check engine lights activated. This misinterpreted recall failure has put an elderly patient and her caregiver in possible fatal conditions as well as innocent drivers. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11776885
2006 Buick LacrosseSteeringElectrical system

The power steering keeps going out and leaking after being repaired twice HDM was repaired through a recall repair and has went completely out again

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical systemNHTSA 11775687
2008 Buick LacrosseElectrical systemLights

High beam headlights stopped working and the ignition control module connector with a burnt power supply.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Exterior lightingNHTSA 11774332
2013 Buick LacrosseTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

2013 Buick Lacrosse hybrid, campaign #13136, NHTSA 13V173000. Intermittent Battey light illumination Service Charging System warning. battery voltage drops until loss of power. After car setr for a period of time, when started Battery voltage is approximately 14.5 volts until the battery light illuminates Service Charging System warning is indicated then the battery voltage slowly until the voltage drops so low it quits.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11772883
2019 Buick LacrosseSuspension

Electronic struts have been discontinued but not replaced with better struts leaving me to drive with worn, unsafe struts.

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11770332

Questions about the Buick Lacrosse

Which Buick Lacrosse years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2005 (315), 2006 (300), 2008 (251). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2006 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Buick Lacrosse years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2019, 2018, 2017 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Lacrosse years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Buick Lacrosse problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (594), lights (499), engine & cooling (260) most often.

How many recalls does the Buick Lacrosse have?

NHTSA lists 25 recalls across all Buick Lacrosse model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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