2015 Buick Lacrosse problems

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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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Common 2015 Buick Lacrosse problems

The Buick LaCrosse 2015 is known for several common problems based on complaints from owners. One of the most frequently reported issues is related to the transmission, with owners complaining about hard shifts and occasional jerks. These issues persist despite dealers updating the TCM software and flushing the transmission fluid. Although transmission failure is rare for this model year, the occasional jerks between shifts are a concern for many owners.

Another issue reported by owners is related to the service brakes, with some experiencing wheel speed sensor failure and ABS module failure. This has led to brake failure while driving, with a complete loss of pedal resistance. Although not a widespread issue, it has a high possibility of occurrence in high-mileage examples.

Electric system complaints are also common in the 2015 Buick LaCrosse. Starting issues are prevalent, with battery and alternator issues being the main culprits. Faults with the alternator can cause the battery to discharge, leaving owners with a car that doesn't want to crank. Battery replacements are often needed, and if the problem persists, alternator reconditioning or replacement is advised.

The infotainment system, Buick's IntelliLink system, is not the smoothest around and is subject to occasional Bluetooth issues, Pandora service issues, and blank screen/random restarts. Even though updates have been made available, the issue still reappears for some owners.

Lastly, there have been recalls related to the front seat-mounted side-impact airbags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment, causing sharp metal fragments to be propelled into the vehicle's cabin. GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the side impact airbag modules free of charge.

In summary, the 2015 Buick LaCrosse has several common problems related to the transmission, service brakes, electric system, and infotainment system. Additionally, there have been recalls related to the front seat-mounted side-impact airbags. These issues should be considered when purchasing a used 2015 Buick LaCrosse.

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What problems do 2015 Buick LaCrosse have?

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

  • Transmission Major. Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement. ...
  • Climate System. ...
  • Engine Major. ...
  • Fuel System/Emissions. ...
  • Exhaust. ...
  • In-car Electronics. ...
  • Transmission Minor. ...
  • Electrical Accessories.

What is the most common problem with the Buick LaCrosse?

Many of the LaCrosse's common problems in this list are fairly minor and can be fixed through a simple replacement.

  • Check Engine Light Turning On. ...
  • Door Lock Actuator Failure. ...
  • Clunking Noises From Steering. ...
  • Headlight Failure. ...
  • Power Steering Hose Leak.

Is 2015 Buick LaCrosse a reliable car?

Additionally, the LaCrosse is the only car in the segment to earn a perfect reliability rating. With the exception of a tiny trunk and a sluggish available mild-hybrid powertrain, this car has few flaws.

What year is a bad Buick LaCrosse?

According to most previous owners, 2010 was the absolute worst year for the Buick Lacrosse. This model had a serious transmission issue that could cost more than $3,000 to have repaired if your vehicle had the problem. It was one of the most costly repairs and common in this year.

2015 Buick Lacrosse car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Buick Lacrosse problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Steering problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Air bags problems
  • Unknown or other problems
  • Service brakes problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Buick Lacrosse vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2015 Buick Lacrosse

The NHTSA has received 40 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Buick Lacrosse. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2015 Buick Lacrosse vehicles.

2024-06-28

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
  • 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.
2024-02-02

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-01-09
  • VIN: 1G4GE5G31FF
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: There have been at least five different occasions when the doors of the car will randomly lock and unlock continously for anywhere from 1-3 minutes. No one would be holding the key or pushing the button. We are sitting in the car when it happens. It has occurred with the car on and off.
2023-10-19

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-09-01
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G39FF
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: Transmission problem. Jerking when going into gear.
2023-06-02

SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-04-01
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G34FF
  • Components: SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: The part of the driver seat belt that goes under the seat and is attached by a metal cable. The cable totally ripped apart. The date is approximate because I did not notice it until it was almost completely broken off. . I had the seatbelt repaired at the dealer Mangino Buick in Ballston spa New York, at the sum of $300they said GM refused to cover it. I tried to explain that this is a Safety issue not a warranty item. This never happens.
2023-01-09

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-01-09
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G32FF
  • Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
  • Summary: Fuel line under hood was rubbing against a bracket and is leaking. All the hangers and clips are secured and no play in Fuel line.
2022-09-29

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-09-28
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G3XFF
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, another vehicle spun uncontrollably and crashed into the driver's side door of the vehicle and the door caved in. The contact hit the left side of her head against the front driver's side window. The air bags failed to deploy. The fire department assisted the contact out of the vehicle by cutting the driver-side door. The contact was transported to the hospital with the assistance of emergency units. The contact sustained soreness on the left side of her body, from the neck down to the legs. The contact also sustained bruises on the left side. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The contact associated the failure NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V437000 (Air Bags, Seat Belts); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2022-07-28

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-07-08
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G31FF
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: My wife was driving and went to turn the vehicle and the steering locked up momentarily. She drove directly home a block away and pulled into the garage. When attempting to take the car for service it would not turn in either direction.
2022-06-27

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-06-17
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G31FF
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: The truck pops open on its own when park and while driving.. Had to pull the fuse just to keep it from opening.
2022-01-04

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-11-25
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G3XFF
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he noticed that the steering wheel did not have power steering. The warning message "Service Power Steering" was illuminated. The contact was able to take the vehicle to the dealer by forcefully steering the steering wheel. The dealer test drove the vehicle and diagnosed that no issues were found. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the steering wheel regained power steering functionality. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that no issues were found. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 69,100.
2021-10-27

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-07-28
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G30FF
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: Power steering went out while driving roughy 45/50 mph. Unknown reason why it went out.
2021-08-05

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-07-27
  • VIN: 1g4gb5g30ff
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: While driving at approximately 55 mph, my power steering went out (at first I thought I had blown a tire). It became almost impossible to perform any quick/reactionary steering changes. I put on my hazards and drove to the dealership and then for a second opinion with my local trusted mechanic. Both advised the electronic steering assembly went bad, that there is a new part #, indicative of a high failure rate; however, the part is not available in all of North America (they checked.) they called GM Buick and were advised an ETA on the backorder for the part is unknown. They filed for an emergency backorder request and are awaiting further information. Now, I have an undriveable vehicle, there are no loaner cars available, the cheapest rental car is a full car payment every three days, and no idea how long before the vehicle will be able to be repaired as it is too dangerous to drive in its current state. I think this needs to be investigated, as this issue sounds like it should be a recall before someone gets killed.
2021-06-25

SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-06-05
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: The contact owned a 2015 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while making a right turn and attempted to depress the brake pedal but failed to stop. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he crashed into a low road divider and came to a stop. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries on his left shoulder down to his left hip but did not seek medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The contact towed the vehicle to his residence and then to the local dealer. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. The VIN was not available.
2021-05-23

SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-05-12
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G30FF
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: BRAKE FAILED
2021-03-04

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-02-20
  • VIN: 1G4GC5G30FF
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: SERVICE AIR BAG MAINTENANCE WARNING ⚠️
2021-02-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-02-06
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G3XFF
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
  • Summary: WOULD NOT START AT ALL, ONCE WE GOT IT STARTED AND HEADED DOWN THE ROAD, THE CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. VERY DANGEROUS.
2020-10-30

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-08-15
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G33FF
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PARKING HER VEHICLE IN HER GARAGE, A STRONG FUEL ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO LOU FUSZ BUICK GMC (10950 PAGE AVE, ST. LOUIS, MO 63132) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A FUEL LEAK. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED OUT OF POCKET. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 34,000.
2020-08-21

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-08-20
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G37FF
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING HER VEHICLE AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED, THE POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH CARE AND SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST WARNING MESSAGES APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STIFF AND DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED HER THAT SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE TO BE SERVICED AT A DEALER. THE CONTACT SPOKE TO CLASSIC BUICK GMC ARLINGTON (1400 E INTERSTATE 20, ARLINGTON, TX 760180) WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER HAD YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD YET TO BE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,150.
2020-08-01

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-06-25
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G3XFF
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING HOME ON A CITY STREET WE NOTICED THAT BOTH LOW AND HIGH BEAM LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING.
2020-04-20

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-11-08
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G39FF
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: RADIO WON'T TURN ON AFTER I START CAR. HOWEVER IF I TURN ON RADIO BEFORE STARTING CAR AND THE DOOR IS OPEN IT WILL COME ON. IF I LEAVE THE RADIO ON AND SHUT CAR DOWN AND LEAVE CAR, WHEN I RETURN & BEFORE START THE CAR, THE RADIO WILL COME ON UPON START UP. SEEM LIKE THERE IS A RADIO CONTROL SWITCH IN THE DOOR AREA THAT IS TEMPERMENTAL.
2020-01-26

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-01-21
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G3XFF
  • Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • Summary: MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW, MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT COME ON. MY RADIO GOES OUT AND ON. WHEN STARTING MY CAR USING PUSH START MY CAR STALL. HESITATE TO START BUT FINALLY STARTS AFTER SO MANY TRIES. I HAVE HAD TO JUMP START CAR AND RECENTLY HAD A BATTERY REPLACED. NOW THE POWER STEERING IS GONE OUT. I CAN BARELY TURN STEERING WHEEL., THIS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. MY DASHBOARD IS VERY DIM. IT WENT COMPLETELY BLACK A COUPLE OF TIMES WHILE DRIVING WHEN CAME BACK IT'S BARELY LIT I CAN BARELY SEE GAS GAUGE, OR SPEED ODOMETER.
2019-12-19

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-12-19
  • VIN: 1G4GB5G34FF
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WHERE MY CAR WONT START, WHEN TRYING LIGHTS RAPIDLY BLINK, SOMETIMES THE RADIO AND DIRECTIONALS WONT WORK, AND SOMETIMES IT CUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. MY CAR IS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE WITH 14K MILES ON IT.
2019-11-01

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-10-30
  • VIN: 1G4GF5G33FF
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATE SPEED OF 65 MPH. OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING OPEN AREA AND NOTHING HIT THE VEHICLE. TEMPERATURE WAS APPROXIMATELY 41 DEGREES AT ABOUT 7:30PM WITH NO RAIN, SNOW, ETC. AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. THERE WAS A VERY LOUD "BANG" SOUND WITH 5 PASSENGERS IN VEHICLE AT THE TIME. INSIDE TEMPERATURE OF VEHICLE SET AT 72 DEGREES. SOME VERY SMALL PIECES "SAND LIKE" OF GLASS WERE NOTICED ON CENTER CONSOLE, FRONT SEATS. NOT SURE WHERE ELSE. A NEW INSURANCE CLAIM HAS BEEN INITIATED. THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE TECH ISN'T GOING TO CONTACT GM TO ADVISE OF ANY POSSIBLE DEFECT SINCE HE BELIEVES THE SUNROOF MUST HAVE BEEN HIT BY SOME OBJECT ON THE OUTSIDE SINCE THE HOLE IS IN CENTER AND HE SAW NO CRACKS OR ANYTHING COMING FROM AN EDGE. ADDITIONALLY, HE NEVER HEARD OF ANY INSTANCES LIKE THIS WITH BUICK/GM EVEN THOUGH I BELIEVE THIS COULD BE A FIRST OF MANUFACTURING, SAFETY, RECALL ISSUE.
2019-07-09

INTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-07-09
  • Components: INTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PROBLEMS WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS. *LD THE CONSUER STATED THE ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD TURN OFF AND ON INDEPENDENTLY. *JS
2018-12-26

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-12-19
  • Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V651000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. HENNESSY BUICK GMC (7261 JONESBORO RD, MORROW, GA 30260, (844) 240-2177) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
2018-10-21

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-10-20
  • VIN: 1G4GF5G30FF
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MILES AN HOUR WHEN MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. WITH GREAT DIFFICULTY I WAS ABLE TO MOVE ACROSS LANES AND GET TO AN EXIT. I DROVE TO THE NEAREST BUICK DEALER WHO SAID THEY WERE TOO BACKED UP TO HELP. WHILE AT THE BUICK DEALER I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF. WHEN I TURNED THE ENGINE BACK ON, THE POWER STEERING WAS WORKING AGAIN.

2015 Buick Lacrosse recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2015 Buick Lacrosse.

2017-07-10
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
  • Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
2016-09-08
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
  • Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
2015-10-16
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.
  • Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.

Negative 2015 Buick Lacrosse car reviews

  1. Gordon Kris 2024-10-23

    I had a 2015 Buick Lacrosse E-Assist for 5 years and drove it for 77,000Km. Unfortunately, I experienced some problems during this time. After 6 months, the vents on/off controls caused the climate control temperature setting to change, and the dealer was unable to find the root of the problem. After 1 year, the passenger sun visor mirror cover broke down. Additionally, after 5 years and 77,000Km, the rear driver side ABS malfunctioned and destroyed the brake pads. The dealer claimed that this was normal wear and tear. The car was also quite noisy for the price paid and consumed a lot of gas in town. Unfortunately, the E-assist feature never worked properly. Based on my experience, I will not be purchasing a Buick again.

  2. Hardy Ondricka 2024-08-13

    This Buick is quite noisy to ride in, making it difficult to have a decent conversation with the person riding with me. I am surprised that General Motors advertises this car as having a quiet ride. The road noise is quite noticeable and the seats are not very comfortable. As someone who has owned other Buicks, I have to say that the riding quality and noise limits within the interior of this car are disappointing. Overall, I wouldn't buy another one. It's worth noting that GM is eliminating the Buick Lacrosse in 2020, which is not surprising given its overrated reputation.

  3. Jayson Wisozk 2024-07-19

    When you test drive this car, pay special attention to the front headrest. Although we didn't notice it during the test drive, some owners have complained about it being too far forward on forums. However, I must say that I like the car very much, especially the comfortable and quiet ride. The Delphi safety features on the high-end trim package are a great addition. The only downsides are the small side windows and the complicated technology, which can be a distraction while driving. Additionally, the back-up camera display is sometimes blocked by the sun due to its angle. Overall, it's a great car that I would highly recommend.

  4. Kirk Swaniawski 2024-03-12

    Our LaCrosse is incredibly comfortable, and passengers often compliment how nice it is inside. However, the electronics can be frustrating. Despite that, it's a fun and surprisingly peppy car to drive, especially given its size. It handles corners very well and is extremely sure-footed. The mechanical engineering is sound, but the electronics could use some improvement. We recently had to replace the battery again, which is the third time in less than two years of ownership. The voltage gauge sometimes bounces around, but the dealer assures us that there isn't a problem with the charging system. The bluetooth could be better implemented, but we still find it useful. Occasionally, the main LCD panel displays a warning about distracted driving that needs to be manually cleared, which can be distracting. The chrome on the driver and front passenger door handles is flaking off, which is a bit disappointing. Overall, while we won't be buying another Buick, we still appreciate the comfort and great driving experience of the LaCrosse. That being said, we've been spoiled by Hyundai's exceptional warranty and customer service.

Positive 2015 Buick Lacrosse car reviews

  1. Dangelo Adams 2024-11-27

    I've never had a problem with my 65k car. As a bigger guy, I find it incredibly comfortable and easy to drive, with great creature features. I was originally considering a much more expensive luxury car, but once I found this one, I never looked back. In fact, I love it so much that my wife now drives one too and won't settle for anything else!

  2. Milan Gusikowski 2024-11-12

    The car is definitely my favorite vehicle. The ride is so soft and smooth, the interior is plush, and the pick up is great. Braking is easy and the steering is wonderful, making it easy to glide into corners with ease of handling. It's a great car and worth every penny!

  3. Jan Boyer 2024-09-26

    The car is a great choice! Although I had a negative experience with Sports Chevrolet in Silver Spring, MD, where they did not initially honor my Edmunds discount, I was able to review the breakdown of the price and resolve the issue. While I was disappointed with their initial approach, I am confident in my ability to navigate such situations. The Buick is a beautiful car both inside and out, and I have received many compliments on it. While the Volt gauge can be confusing at times, I have noticed that the car feels more sluggish when the volts are lower. I am still investigating whether the phone charging is impacting the voltage. Overall, I am very satisfied with my stylish and smooth car, and it has received more compliments than my previous Lincoln Towncar!

  4. Warren Lynch 2024-07-24

    I highly recommend this car! Its rakishly-elegant appearance gives an impressive presence, making it stand out in a crowd. The interior is by far the most comfortable of any car I've owned. I even traveled in it for 22 hours across America in the span of two days and still found it comfortable! With the 304 HP V6, the car feels quite powerful and can tear up the road if you floor it from a stop. Even on single-lane highways, I can pass up to eight cars in several seconds starting from 60 MPH. While there are some cons, such as occasional issues with the cruise control and a small trunk, these are small quibbles compared to the car's overall beauty, power, comfort, and reliability.

  5. Coy Ryan 2024-05-28

    You'll love it, give it a drive!

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2015 Buick LaCrosse Reliability - Consumer Reports
2015 Buick LaCrosse Reliability - Consumer Reports
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buick/lacrosse/2015/reliability/

Owner Reported Trouble Spots · Transmission Major · Climate System · Engine Major · Fuel System/Emissions · Exhaust · In-car Electronics · Transmission Minor.

2015 Buick LaCrosse Problems | Kelley Blue Book
2015 Buick LaCrosse Problems | Kelley Blue Book
https://www.kbb.com/buick/lacrosse/2015/common-problems/

How reliable is the 2015 Buick LaCrosse? See the most common repairs performed and learn if your vehicle is at risk for major repairs in the next 12 months.

Buick LaCrosse Problems and Complaints - 13 Issues
Buick LaCrosse Problems and Complaints - 13 Issues
https://repairpal.com/problems/buick/lacrosse

Top Buick LaCrosse Problems · Door Lock Mechanism Sticks · Steering May Develop Clunk Noise From Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft · Check Engine Light Due to Gas ...

Q&A: 2015 Buick Lacrosse Hybrid Battery Problems - Uello Driver
Q&A: 2015 Buick Lacrosse Hybrid Battery Problems - Uello Driver
https://www.justanswer.com/buick/dppe4-uello-2015-buick-lacrosse-hybrid-2-4-just-bought.html

Mar 19, 2020 ... Lol at least you can relax at home for a bitNo but I'm waiting tell my dad comes gets off so I can use his owns.Any common checks I can do to ...

Common Buick LaCrosse Problems - 2nd Gen 2010 to 2016 - 1A Auto
Common Buick LaCrosse Problems - 2nd Gen 2010 to 2016 - 1A Auto
https://blog.1aauto.com/2nd-gen-buick-lacrosse-problems/

Jan 27, 2021 ... Top 5 Problems on the 2nd Gen Buick LaCrosse: 2010 to 2016 · 1. Cold Start Misfire · 2. Timing Chain Failure · 3. Throttle Body Assembly Failure · 4 ...

Other years of Buick Lacrosse

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Lacrosse 2016
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Lacrosse 2017
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33

2

28

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Lacrosse 2018
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9

3

30

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Lacrosse 2019
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4

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28

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Lacrosse 2005
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313

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23

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Lacrosse 2006
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298

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32

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