- The problem
- The heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. This is due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.
- The fix
- Dealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.
Vehicle safety record
1979 Buick Lesabre Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1979 Buick Lesabre with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 death. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 1979 for the anchorage. For comparison, the 1978 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Lesabre year, for its age
#24 most complained-about 1979 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 1
Most common 1979 Buick Lesabre problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1979 Buick Lesabre recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. This can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1979 Buick Lesabre
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The battery cable became disconnected, causing loss of lights, power steering, and brakes, resulting in an accident and a fatality.
Buick Lesabre: every year compared
All Lesabre years1979 Buick Lesabre vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 Buick Lesabre | 1 | 2 | A | |
| 1979 Buick Regal | 3 | 5 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1979 Buick Lesabre
Does the 1979 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1979 Buick Lesabre: anchorage (November 1979); switch (June 1979). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1979 Buick Lesabre?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 1979 Buick Lesabre had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 6, 1997 and the latest on June 6, 1997. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 1 death.
Is the 1979 Buick Lesabre a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 82 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Buick Lesabre year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Lesabre years have the most complaints?
2000 (680), 1998 (410), 1997 (402). See every Buick Lesabre year compared.
What should I do if my 1979 Buick Lesabre has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data