Buick Lacrosse problems
The Buick LaCrosse is a four-door, front-wheel-drive sedan manufactured by Buick since model year 2005, and marketed variously across four generations for the North American and Chinese markets.
The first-generation LaCrosse replaced the Century and Regal in North America beginning for model year 2005 as a five- or six-passenger, four-door, front-wheel-drive, V6-powered sedan using GM's mid-size W platform—and marketed in Canada as the Buick Allure. Notably, the first generation was also offered with a V8 engine, as a high-performance sub-model marketed as the LaCrosse Super (2008–2009). LaCrosse production and marketing began for China with model year 2006.
The second-generation LaCrosse was introduced for 2010 as a larger premium sedan for North American and Chinese markets using a long-wheelbase (LWB) variant of the Epsilon II platform shared with the Cadillac XTS—and available solely as a five-passenger sedan with a range of four- and six-cylinder engines.
The third generation was introduced for North America and China for model year 2017 using the GM Epsilon platform shared with the Chevrolet Impala, notably offering a mild hybrid powertrain combining 20-kilowatt (27 hp) electric and 2.5-liter Ecotec gasoline engine. North American production ended with the third generation, with model year 2019; however, it continued to be offered in China, with a 2019 facelift.
The fourth-generation LaCrosse, launched in 2023, is currently manufactured and marketed solely in China. It is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter or 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
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Buick Lacrosse model years
Common Buick Lacrosse problems
The Buick LaCrosse has been a popular car model since its introduction, but like any vehicle, it has had its share of problems over the years. The most common issues reported by owners of the Buick LaCrosse are engine problems, especially with the 2011 model year.
One of the most reported problems is the engine light coming on, which is a common complaint across various model years.
Another issue reported by owners of the Buick LaCrosse is the airbag light turning on and off while driving, which is a problem with the 2008 model year. The average cost to fix this issue is $1,200, and it occurs at an average mileage of 62,000 miles.
The 2010 LaCrosse has also received complaints about transmission slipping, with an average cost to fix of $3,900 and an average mileage of 102,000 miles when the problem occurs. This is one of the most expensive issues to encounter with any vehicle, and it can be a significant inconvenience for drivers.
The 2005 and 2006 LaCrosse models have received complaints about problems with the headlights, including the low beams flickering or going out completely. This can be a severe and dangerous issue, although it is not too expensive to repair. This problem was covered by a recall and persisted into the 2006 model year.
The 2010 model was riddled with other severe and costly engine problems, such as the engine stalling or not starting. This issue can be frustrating for drivers and may require significant repairs to fix.
In addition to these specific model year issues, the Buick LaCrosse has also had some recalls over the years. One of the most significant recalls was an ignition switch issue that potentially caused airbag deployment to fail in the event of an accident. This defect was present in the 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse models and should be addressed immediately if it has not been done so already.
Overall, while the Buick LaCrosse has had some issues over the years, many of them are relatively minor and can be fixed with routine maintenance or relatively minor repairs. However, some more significant issues, such as engine and transmission problems, can be costly and inconvenient for drivers. As with any vehicle, it is essential to stay up to date on recalls and maintenance to ensure that the LaCrosse remains safe and reliable over time.
What are bad years for Buick LaCrosse?
These are the least reliable years for Buick Lacrosse.
- 2010 Buick Lacrosse.
- 2008 Buick Lacrosse.
- 2006 Buick Lacrosse.
- 2005 Buick Lacrosse.
Are Buick LaCrosse expensive to fix?
The average annual repair cost is $569 which means it has average ownership costs.
What is the life expectancy of a Buick LaCrosse?
According to thedriveradviser.com, a typical Buick LaCrosse will last around 200,000-220,000 miles. This number is solid for a large sedan, and the vehicle will last even longer if you provide proper care and maintenance during your time as an owner.
Why was Buick LaCrosse discontinued?
There was even a fun LaCrosse once, though GM gave up on LaCrosse here after 2019, probably because Buick's core American demo is older and also because Buick's existence in America as a sort of quasi-luxury brand was increasingly confusing.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Buick Lacrosse years
We have researched Buick problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Buick Lacrosse cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Buick Lacrosse model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Buick Lacrosse model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Buick Lacrosse years
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Buick Lacrosse car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Buick Lacrosse , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Electrical system problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Buick Lacrosse vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Lacrosse model years
A total of 94 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Lacrosse model years
There were a total of 60 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Lacrosse model years
There were a total of 69 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Lacrosse model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 2051 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Buick Lacrosse . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Buick Lacrosse vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 1G4GF5E38CF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passengers and drivers seat air bags and the front passengers and drivers door air bags deployed without any impact to the vehicle. The vehicle as taken to the dealer, however the failure had not been diagnosed yet. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.
Buick Lacrosse 2010
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-17
- VIN: 1G4GC5EG8AF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00F000 (SUSPENSION). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 156,000.
Buick Lacrosse 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 1G4GC5G35EF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I got locked in the car and couldn't get out for about 4 minutes. I had the key with me, it wouldn't start or unlock the doors or roll down the windows.
Buick Lacrosse 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-29
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-30
- VIN: 2G4WD582781
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Air bag light comes on is also intermitt some times stays on and someimes on only for a minute or two
Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-28
- VIN: 1G4GD5E31CF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I was not in a car accident! Hoping not to be just want to report this issue.Car kills in mid driving stability track comes on flashing checking engine with stability light and track system light as well! leaves me stranded in the middle of wherever I am! Stability light comes on car will not start back up . It’s takes a while to start back up! Having kids in the car with this issue is a major problem! I have several videos of the car doing it and will try to keep track of it! The check engine light is not on when flashing not reads when I check it just stability lights! The car has been doing this for months now! I’ve read that this is an issue with other Buicks like mines. Please help get this issue resolved the proper way! Also the security comes on when the car does that
Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-18
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-20
- VIN: 1G4GJ5E35CF
- Components: STEERING,WHEELS,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I purchased this car 1 year ago with 121,460 miles, within the first week I had to buy new tires and replace the wipers,now I have to replace the alternator all of this is within a year. I just got the estimate for the alternator which is over 700.00 which I don't have.
Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-31
- VIN: 1G4GB5ER9CF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: My 2012 Buick lacrosse died while driving putting me and my children at risk. Vehicle was then jumped but battery voltage kept decreasing. It says service batter charging. Took to mechanic they said all electric components say low voltage then had battery replaced to see if that would fix it but it did not and I was told it would need to go to dealership to have all parts replaced which is 4k+. Did research and it may relate to the electrical recall made on the cars in 2013.
Buick Lacrosse 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-23
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front driver's side wheel well. The contact stated that increased effort was needed to maneuver the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the front driver's side strut. The vehicle was not repaired because parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-22
- VIN: 1G4GC5G31CF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: while driving the Electronic Stability Control warning light comes on and the car loses power.
Buick Lacrosse 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-28
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-07
- VIN: 1G4GC5ER9DF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Failed component is the passenger airbag presence module. Failure of the presence module compromises the deployment of airbags. Failure of airbag confirmed by Vetter-McGill Chevrolet, Three Rivers, Michigan. Module component failure confirmed by Chevrolet dealer. Passenger airbag warning light prompted appointment with Chevrolet dealer to determine why the passenger airbag warning light was illuminated. Upon inspection and testing,Vetter-McGill determined the passenger airbag presence module failed, rendering the airbags inoperative. They also stated that replacement part is no longer available from GM due to its manufacture being discontinued. How is an auto manufacturer allowed to discontinue a vital safety component, rendering the vehicle undriveable due to potential risk of serious injury, or worse, in the event of a collision?
Buick Lacrosse 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-20
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS3HU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The air bag warning light in the dash came on intermittently during driving. I took the vehicle to the dealer for service December 27, 2023, since it was a safety issue that the authorized dealer needs to take care of. At first, they said it was a bad battery and the safety system needed reprogramming. Which they did for about $800. When driving home from the dealer the air bag light came back on so a few days later I returned the car to the dealer. Then they said it was the passenger seat safety module that needed to be replaced. That was back in January of 2024, over 6 months ago. At that point I learned that the car is not drivable since the air bag could deploy at any time or would not function if requested in an accident. General Motors says they do not have the part that is critical to the operation of the air bag system to replace. That was over 6 months ago, with no prediction when they will have the part. This is a critical part of the safety system that they can't replace which leads me to believe there is more to this than they are telling me!! Federal law requires them to have parts for vehicles less than 7 years old - they don't!! How many other vehicles have this part? Is the part defective since it failed without any other causes that could be identified? Why can't they replace this critical safety part after 7 months of waiting with no end in sight!!!
Buick Lacrosse 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-16
- VIN: 1G4ZR5SS8HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The amplifier stopped working and all the sound comes through the amp including but not limited to seatbelt, door ajar, rear seat reminder, blinkers, back up sounds, and any and all sounds that the car my make for any safety features, onstar features, radio, Bluetooth, the list goes on.
Buick Lacrosse 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-19
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-11
- VIN: 1G4GB5G35GF
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: My steering wheel is locking up as I am driving . Very scary and dangerous where my dealership I lease car from (sunset dealership).,Lompoc,CA has found no codes dealing with the situation twice.
Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-30
- VIN: 1G4GD5E34CF
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving, the STABILITRAK indicator lighted and the car began to flash multiple warnings, loss of steering ability, electrical anomalies, and eventual shut-off. This happened while on a major interstate highway, jeopardizing the life of the driver and other drivers. This happened on multiple occasions within two days. The vehicle was towed to a service center, who had difficulty determining the cause. The service center suggested transferring the vehicle to an authorized GM dealership. Similar incidents have been reported by other owners on this website. This should be investigated immediately.
Buick Lacrosse 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-28
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while stationary at a stop light and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated while responding. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The VIN was not available.
Latest 5 recalls Buick Lacrosse
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 50 recalls for different components of the Buick Lacrosse.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Buick Lacrosse 2011
- Report Received Date: 2021-12-22
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
- Consequence: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212346640. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-764 and 21V-633.
- Model: Buick Lacrosse 2013
- Report Received Date: 2021-12-22
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
- Consequence: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212346640. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-764 and 21V-633.
- Model: Buick Lacrosse 2012
- Report Received Date: 2021-12-22
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
- Consequence: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212346640. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-764 and 21V-633.
- Model: Buick Lacrosse 2010
- Report Received Date: 2021-12-22
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
- Consequence: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212346640. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-764 and 21V-633.
- Model: Buick Lacrosse 2013
- Report Received Date: 2021-08-12
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
- Consequence: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212330130.
Latest negative Buick Lacrosse car reviews
Latest positive Buick Lacrosse car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2017
Update now that I've had it for over 4 years: I only put about 6,000 miles a year because I'm retired and don't have the commute every day. This car has been flawless for me. I change my own oil and do the rest of the required normal maintenance on it, and it has never been to the shop for any problem. It's a very quiet ride at any speed and very fast. My friends are always amazed that we can talk at living room volume while going 75+ on trips, and no one says, 'What did you say?' Sometimes, I time the traffic when I'm entering and then hit the gas to see just how quick it is. Most of the time, drivers that are coming move over thinking that they'll have to pass, but not even close. With O-60 in 6.0 seconds, no one can catch up to me. It's a small adrenaline rush. The car is very roomy, and back seaters almost always comment on how nice it is to sit back there and stretch out. Overall, I'd give it a 9.5 out of 10, and I don't even know why I'm deducting 1/2 point except that nothing is perfect, I figure.
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Vehicle year: 2015
I drive an Uber continuously and have covered 39k miles in 9 months. My clients, especially men, love this car as it is spacious and can easily accommodate tall and big men. However, I have faced some issues with the electrical system of the Navigation and stereo as it goes out and comes back on randomly. Additionally, the car is quite low to the ground, making it challenging to avoid hitting curbs and parking bumpers. Overall, it is a beautiful car, but I do wish the warranty was for 100k like other cars for sale out there.
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Vehicle year: 2016
Now you have over 14000 miles and not a single problem or issue. You now have over 18000 miles and still not a single problem or issue. After 2 years, there hasn't been a single issue or problem. After 4 years, there hasn't been a single problem or issue.
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Vehicle year: 2009
I spent $1300.00 to repair the ABS and traction control, but unfortunately, the issue seems to be happening again after two years. It's frustrating, and I'm disappointed that I have to spend more money on this car. I remember when Buick used to be a reliable brand. I wish they could simplify their features and go back to the basics, like crank windows and manual locks. What do you think about this issue?
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Vehicle year: 2019
I recently purchased a one-year-old car to replace my Malibu 2.0T lease. Although the Malibu was a good car with plenty of power and no reliability problems, I decided to replace it mainly because it lacked a spare tire with the 19The mileage history readout shows an impressive 43mpg, even with a full size car boasting a 310HP engine - which I find incredible! The car is equipped with heated-cooled memory and massaging seats, HUD, all the latest tech (except Nav, which is not needed with Apple Car Play), HID articulating headlights, blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, rear parking sensors, and a ton more. I think the standard audio system is at least as good as the Bose system in the Malibu. The only option I would have liked is the panoramic sunroof and maybe one of the optional colors. To sum up, for the cost of a new base Camry or Accord, I acquired a 1-year-old premium car with a full warranty that easily meets or surpasses all expectations!
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Camren Jacobs 2025-08-10
Vehicle year: 2008
This is my 4th Buick and I absolutely love the new design! My son even commented that it doesn't look like an old person's car like the ones in the past. When I purchased the car, it had 20,000 miles on it. Unfortunately, I've been experiencing a vibration problem and even had the tires balanced, but it didn't help. I contacted the dealership and they suggested new tires, but I don't think that's the issue. My old Century and LeSabre actually rode better than this one, even with 185,000 miles on them. Additionally, I've noticed that the driver's seat is unsupportive and has some give. Overall, I'm still happy with my purchase and hope to resolve these issues soon.
Quincy Bartoletti 2025-08-04
Vehicle year: 2017
This car has a db reading of 70 to 74 db on smooth paved roads, which is pretty good. However, during our recent cross-country trip from Florida to Washington State, we noticed that the cabin noise was very high (80 to 85 db) on rough roads. Bumps in the road came right through the suspension, and there was noticeable and annoying vibration transmitted through to the rearview mirror. On the exposed aggregate paving on roads around Seattle, the road noise was so loud that we had to turn up the audio to a very high level. Now that we are back in Florida on smooth roads, the ride is okay, but there is still a small vibration evident in the rearview mirror, which seems to be coming through the body frame. Despite these issues, the interior quality is excellent, and the seats are very comfortable. However, the noise problem makes me regret purchasing this vehicle. It's been a year since the purchase, and all of the above still hold true. We had the dealer check the noise and rearview mirror vibration, and he indicated that they are both endemic in this model. Buick has no fix available, except to perhaps look into buying a new set of 'softer' riding tires.
Myrl Schaefer 2025-07-27
Vehicle year: 2011
I loved this new car, but it stopped while driving. The entire electrical system shut down, making me feel uncomfortable driving it. It's concerning to think about turning in front of a vehicle and having it suddenly stop. However, I am confident that this issue can be resolved with the help of a professional mechanic.
Freddy Cole 2025-07-14
Vehicle year: 2009
Hello! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear that you've had some trouble with your Buick. It sounds like you've had a frustrating time with the car being in the shop so much. We hope that the dealership has been able to resolve the issues for you. If there's anything we can do to assist you, please don't hesitate to let us know. Thank you again for reaching out to us!
Crawford Boyer 2025-07-14
Vehicle year: 2010
The style, ride and comfort of the car are awesome. However, there were some issues with the sun roof that needed repairs. The dealer reset the computer and reseated the entire sun roof unit a few times before realizing that they didn't follow the service bulletin properly. Thankfully, a GM consultant was able to fix the issue. The car required a Catalytic Converter on Bank 1 at 59K miles, which was still under warranty. Unfortunately, the same Cat needs to be replaced at 96K miles and it is not under warranty, costing $1K. Additionally, the rear hub & bearing needed replacement at 70K miles and the front hub & bearing at 80K miles. The brakes also seem to need replacement more often than my Lincoln. Overall, I have decided to go back to Lincoln. Thank you for your time, Buick!