- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1986 Buick Lesabre Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 1986 Buick Lesabre with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (5) and the brakes (3). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 3 injuries. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1985 has 5 and the 1987 has 44.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Lesabre year, for its age
#25 most complained-about 1986 vehicle
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1986 Buick Lesabre problems
Share of all 18 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1986 Buick Lesabre recalls 3
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
- A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (engine run on with ignition off).
- The risk
- Servo rod assembly could catch on engine components andresult in a stuck throttle with potential for a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.
- The problem
- The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- The fix
- REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
What owners say
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18 complaints about the 1986 Buick Lesabre
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer was traveling about 70mph on highway and without prior warning left rear tire blewout, consumer's vehicle ran into another vehicle head-on.Vehicle was totaled. *Ak there were three people injured in accident, the bridgestone/firestone triump I tires, tuwsrs, dot number 00061298 only had 1200 miles at time of incident, consumer hit a vehicle head on and then another vehicle on the side, consumer stated the tread separated. *Slc
TIRE TREAD SEPARATION. *AK
Buckle to front driver's side seat belt doesn't latch. Spring in buckle is broken. Part is commonly used in all gmc vehicles. *Ak
Cruise control is activating on its own while switch is in off position, causing vehicle to increase in speed unexpectedly.
I had taken my used car to todds towing at 3867 highway 87 reidsville nc 27320 on the following dates 11-20-2000, again three days later 11-23-00 and again on 13-4-00. Each time he claimed to repair this vehicle. I paid 280.00, 218.00 And $177.00. Almost $700.00 Within a months time. Five days after the last time. 12-4-00 I broke again. I had it towed to a different garage, where I was proptley informed that the motor was siezing up. I tried to talk to todds towing about this and was told to leave the...
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premises. I don't feel this man "todd" is a licensed machanic. And if infact he is then he needs to be evaluated. I believe he swindled me out of almost $700.00 And would have continued if I hadn't gone else were. I am debating if I should/could take him to civil court any advice would be appriciate thank you , tamara seguin. *Ak
Engine shut off while driving. Dealer contaced and was aware of the problem. *Ak
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
Notice some wear at the mounting holes resulting in imperfect centering. Buick refuses to tell me if there is a known problem replacing the lug nuts that cam with the rims with standard centering lug nuts. The original lug nuts and rims were made with large flat areas and relying on the diameter of the lug nuts to do the centering.
Seat belt buckle will not lock in place. When putting the latch in it, it slips right out. Took to dealer and they don't sell the part anymore. *Ak
The master cylinder kit has failed on 4 occasions without warning, as the driver stepped on the brake it did not work, the driver had to depress the emergency brake and shift the vehicle into park to get it to stop. Nlm
Tilt steering column bolts work loose over time. *Dsh
VEHICLE STALLS WHEN DRIVING. TT
The power master brake system failed prior to/after service recall (87c-013). *Ak
ORIGINAL/REPLACEMENT TRANSMISSION FAILED. *SKD
Harmonic balancer caused engine vibration and the vehicle to surge. Tt
TIMING GEAR FAILED.
COLD POWER STEERING. *AK
BRAKES FAILED 2 TIMES. *TW
Buick Lesabre: every year compared
All Lesabre years1986 Buick Lesabre vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Buick Lesabre | 18 | 3 | B | |
| 1986 Buick Century | 24 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Electra | 13 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Regal | 13 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 8 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Somerset | 8 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Park Avenue | 7 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Riviera | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Estate | 3 | 3 | F | 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 1986 Buick Lesabre
Does the 1986 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1986 Buick Lesabre: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); vehicle speed control (June 1989); switch (September 1986). 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 1986 Buick Lesabre?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (5), brakes (3), wheels & tires (3).
How many complaints has the 1986 Buick Lesabre had?
18 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 23, 1994 and the latest on August 17, 2001. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 3 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1986 Buick Lesabre a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: 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 1986 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