2017 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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Common 2017 Buick Lacrosse problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2017 Buick LaCrosse, several common problems have been reported:
- AC Compressor, Blower (Fan) Motor, and Climate System Issues:
- Complaints include issues with the AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, and refrigerant leakage.
- Owners reported needing a new fan blower due to heat loss in the car, thermostat failures causing engine overheating, and complete system failures.
- One owner mentioned that the repair for a thermostat failure was covered under warranty due to the low mileage on the vehicle.
- Electrical Failures:
- Electrical failures have been reported, impacting various components of the vehicle.
- Specific details on the nature of these electrical failures were not provided in the search results, but they are a common concern among owners.
These issues highlight some of the challenges faced by owners of the 2017 Buick LaCrosse. It's essential for owners to address these problems promptly to ensure the safety and functionality of their vehicles. Regular maintenance and timely repairs can help mitigate these common issues and ensure a smoother driving experience.
What is the problem with the 2017 Buick LaCrosse?
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
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.
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.
What is the suspension problem on the 2017 Buick LaCrosse?
The Problem: The rear-suspension toe links may have been incorrectly installed and, as a result, may loosen and disconnect from the suspension system, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
What are the bad years for Buick LaCrosse?
The Short Answer: Avoid The Buick LaCrosse 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010, and 2011 Models. These models have a higher incidence of major and minor reported issues, including transmission failure, the engine stalling or not starting, and the car's low beams going out altogether.
What is the suspension problem on the 2017 Buick LaCrosse?
The Problem: The rear-suspension toe links may have been incorrectly installed and, as a result, may loosen and disconnect from the suspension system, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
How long do 2017 Buick LaCrosse last?
Standard mileage for the Buick LaCrosse is 200,000-220,000 miles, and high mileage is anything over 170,000. Thus, good mileage for the vehicle is anything around or over 180,000 miles. If your car makes it to this point without issues, you've taken excellent care of the LaCrosse.
Are Buick LaCrosse Essence good cars?
Edmunds' Expert Rating
Whether you're shopping for a large sedan or a comfort-oriented luxury car, the redesigned 2017 Buick LaCrosse will impress. The LaCrosse name promises a smooth-riding, quiet drive, and this newest version delivers. A more enjoyable driving experience is unexpected but certainly appreciated.
2017 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:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Suspension problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Buick Lacrosse vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Buick Lacrosse
The NHTSA has received 33 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Buick Lacrosse. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Buick Lacrosse vehicles.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 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.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-13
- 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!!!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-16
- 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.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-24
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making an abnormally loud stomping sound and the wheels were shuddering significantly. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the suspension yoke had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the part had been discontinued. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. The VIN was not available.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-17
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS2HU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the rear brakes were worn three times faster than the front brakes. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was concerned about the safety of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was taken to another dealer but was not yet diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to trade the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-01
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS9HU
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Steering Advance System Declined message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V116000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-10
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS5HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Intermittent failure to start All electrical components failed to operate after total shutdown while at a stopped traffic light. After being towed to dealer it did start on its own.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-08
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS1HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: Vehicle loses power every gmc vehicle I have owned (3) seen to have this issue throttle pedal position sensor while driving on the interstate vehicle speed drops to reduce engine power which is very scary and dangerous
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-11
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS6HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that after his wife had parked and turning off the vehicle, moments later the vehicle was restarted and the check engine and TCM warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, the transmission shifter failed to shift out of park. The vehicle towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 70,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-01
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS5HU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power on several occasions. The vehicle restarted after a while. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with a faulty power inverter module. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 12,500.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-25
- VIN: 1g4zp5ss6hu
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Car has 4 trips on rollback and one driving in for transmission problems 3 trips was when coming to a stop the car will will slide to stop almost making us hit dash of car each time there would be a warning about a minute before service transmission . One of the Trip for transmission service light I did drive it in. The car went in yesterday for transmission service again. My thinking of this is what would happen if I were driving 70 MPH and the car locked up what would happen to me and the people around me.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-21
- VIN: 1g4zp5ss5hu
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: the airbag lite has been coming on for the last year saying it needs to be serviced. I have had it to the buick dealer for 4 times this last year and they still can not of will not fix it.The airbag lite comes on when we turn the steering wheel to the left.The last time I had it in was March of this year.When we left with the car the first left hand turn I made it came on.I am tired of fooling with it.after they work on it I told them to take it for a trail drive thye did not.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-07
- VIN: 1G4ZR5SS7HU
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH and making a left turn, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact mentioned the failure was related to the bushings. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and then to a dealer where it was informed that the part to repair the vehicle was no longer in production. The vehicle was not repaired. Themnaufactuer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-01
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS9HU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while at a stoplight the fuel-saving feature activated and the engine shut-off. After removing his foot from the brake pedal the STOP/START feature failed to activate. The contact used the Push to Start button and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-12
- VIN: 1G4ZR5SS8HU
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CAR DOORS UNLATCHED (BECOMING IN OPEN POSITION [UNLOCKED AND UNLATCHED] BEFORE IT BEING COMPLETELY OPEN). IT HAPPENED TWICE, ONES WHEN I WAS DRIVING AND THE WARNING BUZZER TURNED ON AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GIVE ME A MESSAGE TELLING ME THE DRIVING DOOR IS OPEN, THIS IS HAPPENED SUDDENLY AFTER DRIVING FOR 10 MINUTES IN VERY GOOD LOCAL STREETS CONDITION. I STOPPED TO CHECK THE DOOR AND I WAS SURPRISED TO FIND ITS BEEN UNLATCHED TO THE PRE OPEN POSITION. SECOND TIME HAPPENED WHEN WAS THE CAR PARKED AND LOOKED, AFTER ABOUT 30 MINUTES THE CAR HORN STARTS BEEPING AND THE LIGHTS FLASHING, L GOT A MESSAGE FROM ONSTAR ON MY PHONE TELLING ME MY CAR DOORS ARE IN OPEN POSITION. I WENT OUT TO CHECK THE CAR AND I FOUND THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR IS IN OPEN POSITION (PRE OPEN POSITION, UNLOCKED AND UNLATCHED POSITION, IF YOU PULL THE DOOR IT WILL OPEN COMPLETELY). THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-24
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS7HU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: PURCHASED VEHICLE JULY 25, 2020. TOOK THE CAR FOR ITS FIRST OIL CHANGE, IN OCTOBER. ON NOV 23, 2020, THE CAR ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. ERROR CODE: P0430 "CATALYST SYSTEM LOW EFFICIENCY BANK 2". ON NOV 24, 2020, I TOOK THE CAR TO "RICK MATHEWS GMC/BUICK DEALERSHIP" FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND REPAIR. THEY PLACED AN ORDER FOR THE PARTS NEEDED FOR REPAIR AND TOLD ME, THAT MY CAR WAS DRIVABLE. ON DEC 4, 2020, I WAS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WITH THE CAR SHAKING, I WAS SCARED TO TAKE THE HIGHWAY BUT THAT WAS MY ONLY WAY HOME, AND THE LOUD ENGINE NOISE AND SHAKING CONTINUED. ON DEC 7, 2020, I TOOK MY CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY TOLD ME MY CAR WAS INOPERABLE BECAUSE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER HAD CRACKED AND THE PARTS WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS. THAT DAY THEY PROVIDED A RENTAL/LOANER VEHICLE FOR ME TO DRIVE TO WORK UNTIL THE CAR WAS REPAIRED. ON JAN 13, 2021, I HAD TO SWAP OUT VEHICLES BECAUSE THE PART WAS STILL NOT AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS. IT IS NOW FEB 26, 2021, AND THE DEALERSHIP HAS TOLD ME THAT MY CAR IS FINALLY BEING REPAIRED. THIS ENTIRE TIME, I HAVE CONTINUED TO PAY FOR THE MONTHLY COST OF MY PERSONAL CAR LOAN WHILE NOT BEING ABLE TO DRIVE IT. I ONLY GOT TO DRIVE MY CAR 4 MONTHS BEFORE IT WAS STUCK IN THE SHOP AND I STILL CONTINUE TO PAY FOR MY PERSONAL CAR MONTHLY. THE DEALERSHIP IS NOW ASKING ME TO PAY A "RENTAL" FEE FOR THE USE OF THEIR VEHICLE, AND IT HAS TAKEN 3 MONTHS TO FINALLY REPAIR MY VEHICLE, ALL BECAUSE THE MANUFACTURER GMC/BUICK WAS OUT OF STOCK OF A 2017 CAR PART. I HAVE TRIED TO RESOLVE THIS WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND HAVE A CASE# (SR:9-6454995176). I'VE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH THEM AND THE DEALERSHIP SINCE DEC 7, 2020.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-23
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS6HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: GEARS OF TRANSMISSION ABRUPT AND HARD CONSTANTLY FLASHING SOME KIND OF SERVICE TRANSMISSION JERKS ON AUTO STOP BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS SINCE I GOT IT STARTING AT ABOUT 10000 MILES NOW HAS 48000 MILES
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-22
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS6HU
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: I HAVE HAD MY CAR IN SHOP AT LEAST 10 TIMES FOR THE SAME REASON AND IT NEVER ENDS. THEY KEEP CHANGING OR DOING SOMETHING TO THE GEAR SHIFTER. IT KEEPS SAYING SERVICE TRANSMISSION NOW IT SAYING ALL KINDS OF WARNINGS ABOUT STEERING EXCEEDING SPEED TRACK SOMETHING PLUS SERVICE TRANSMISSION WON'T SHIFT SOON ETC IT'S RIDICULOUS TO PAY THIS MUCH FOR A CAR AND HAVE IT IN THE SHOP THIS MANY TIMES IN 2 YEARS IT'S IN THERE AGAIN NOW AND PROBLEM STILL ISN'T FIXED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-02
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS4HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FLOW COMPANIES OF FAYETTEVILLE (1945 SKIBO RD. FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28314) BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,345.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-23
- VIN: 1G4ZR5SS7HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2017 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUES WITH TRANSMISSION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SEEMED TO STICK OR DOWNSHIFT INTO LOW GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND APPEARED TO BE NORMAL. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. *JS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-22
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS0HU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: BACKUP CAMERA LIGHT IS SO BRIGHT AT NIGHT THAT IT BLINDS THE DRIVER AND YOU CAN'T DIM IT.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-22
- VIN: 1G4ZS5SS2HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE IN JUNE OF 2018. THE CAR DROVE BEAUTIFULLY FOR ABOUT 14000 MILES. THEN I STARTED NOTICING HARSH SHIFTS AT LOWER SPEEDS, SHIFTED FINE ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS CONTINUED ON AND I JUST THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL WEAR. THEN ABOUT 2 MONTHS AFTER THE HARSH SHIFTING STARTED I WAS GETTING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ACCELERATING UP TO SPEED. I THEN LET OFF MY GAS PEDAL AND THE CAR STUCK IN GEAR. I TRIED SLOWING DOWN AND SPEEDING UP AND THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT. I HAD TO PULL OVER SHUT THE CAR OFF AND TURN IT BACK ON DURING RUSH HOUR. THIS HAPPENED AGAIN ABOUT A MONTH LATER, SO I CALLED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AT THE DEALER. TOOK MY CAR IN AND THE SERVICE TECH ASKED ME TO RIDE WITH AND SHOW HIM WHAT IT IS DOING. SO I DROVE THE TECH AROUND ABOUT A HALF HOUR. ON THE WAY BACK IN TRAFFIC AT ABOUT 35 MPH THE CAR STUCK IN GEAR AGAIN WITH THE TECH IN THE CAR. THEY HAD THE CAR A WEEK AND CUD NOT REPLICATE THE ISSUE AGAIN. THEY TALKED ABOUT REPROGRAMMING MY ANS BUT SINCE NO REPORTED PROBLEMS THEY COULD NOT DO IT. I HAVE HAD THE CAR BACK A MONTH AND IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE AGAIN. SO I WILL YET AGAIN MAKE ANOTHER APPOINTMENT. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT TO HAVE TO TRY AND PULL OFF ON BUSY HIGHWAYS WHERE THERE ARE NOT ALWAYS SAFE PLACES TO DO SO.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-01
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS7HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: LOUD CLUNK NOISE DURING ANY GEAR CHANGE. CAR DOES NOT HAVE TO BE MOVING. I EXPERIMENTED THIS PROBLEM WHILE SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE, DRIVE TO REVERSE, REVERSE TO PARK. THIS PROBLEM ALSO EXISTS SHIFTING UP AND DOWN GEARS. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO GET SERVICED. THEY FLUSHED THE TRANSMISSION, REPROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL TO NO AVAIL. THE PROBLEM OCCURS WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD AND HOT
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-06
- VIN: 1G4ZP5SS18U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER WOULD MISSHIFT AND SWITCH INTO OTHER GEARS THAT WERE NOT SELECTED. SECONDLY, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK OR REVERSE PROPERLY. TO REVERSE, THE CONTACT HAD TO MOVE THE LEVER BACK AND FORTH. TO PARK, THE CONTACT HAD TO SELECT PARK, SHIFT INTO ANOTHER GEAR, AND THEN SHIFT BACK INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WEBSTER CITY AUTO (129 2ND ST, WEBSTER CITY, IA 50595, (515) 832-6638) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A NEW SHIFT ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED SOON AFTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,200. THE VIN WAS INVALID.*BF
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-27
- VIN: 1G4ZR5SS5HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: AT A FULL STOP, THE ENGINE AUTO STOP SHUTS THE ENTIRE VEHICLE DOWN. VEHICLE MUST BE RE-STARTED AND ALL FEATURES LIKE RADIO, CLOCK ETC. RETURN TO THE FACTORY SETTINGS AS IF THE BATTERY HAD BEEN DISCONNECTED. ONCE THIS HAPPENS, I'VE NOTICE THE ENGINE AUTO STOP DOES NOT WORK FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. THE VEHICLE IS A 2017 MODEL WITH ONLY 17,000 MILES. AT 9,000 MILES THE WATER PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED.
2017 Buick Lacrosse recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2017 Buick Lacrosse.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.
- Consequence: If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
- Consequence: A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.
Negative 2017 Buick Lacrosse car reviews
Positive 2017 Buick Lacrosse car reviews
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I am always amazed when I drive because the ride is simply unbeatable. Even after 4 years of heavy travel, everything in the car still works perfectly.
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I'm so glad you got to test drive the Essence trim! It sounds like you had a really positive experience with it. The car seems to have a lot of great features and a comfortable ride. It's a shame that it's a bit over your budget, but it's great that you found a car that meets your needs. It's also too bad that they're discounting this model, but it still seems like a great car overall, without any unnecessary extras!
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This car is fantastic! Although it may cost more than a Camry or Accord, it's definitely worth it. The start-stop feature is really interesting - instead of using the starter and battery, the computer keeps track of where the cylinders are to restart. I was surprised when the car restarted once while I was stopped at a light because the air needed to come back on, but under normal driving conditions, you don't even notice the start-stop feature working. The engine starts running as soon as you take your foot off the brake and before you can get to the gas, and it doesn't turn off until the speedometer reads 0. The adaptive cruise control uses about one car length per 10 MPH on the closest setting, although I wish it had a closer setting for highway driving. I use adaptive cruise control all the time, even in town at 25 MPH, and it accelerates using the best gas mileage. At 70 MPH, I'm getting 34 MPG. This car is the best car I have ever owned, it's a shame it's been discontinued!
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We were searching for a spacious and comfortable sedan with ample legroom and a large trunk, perfect for long road trips. The car had all the extra features we wanted and was originally priced at $41.6K. After owning it for just over a year, we believe it was a great purchase. The ride quality is exceptional, and the cabin is quiet. We plan to replace the slightly noisy OEM 18
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It's a quiet car that rides smoothly and gets great gas mileage. Although I'm not a fan of the automatic off at every stop light, the car has plenty of power and can easily fit the four of us. The trunk is spacious enough to fit golf clubs. We've driven 36K miles in two years and haven't had a single problem with the car.
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Pedro Beahan 2024-10-23
The Buick LaCrosse has the potential to be a fantastic car, but unfortunately, I have had some issues with the warranty. Despite owning the car for over a year, I have experienced a number of problems from the start. I have visited the dealer nine times and contacted GM/Buick customer service three times, as well as emailing GM's vice president for Buick, but I am still experiencing a bothersome creaking/flapping noise from the front passenger door. Unfortunately, the dealers have been unable to resolve the issue and GM has not been helpful. I have found their customer service to be lacking. Update: it has now been a year and a half, and I have spent a lot of time and written many letters. GM has opened more customer service cases, but the issues have not been resolved. I have also noticed rust on the door molding and on the car, which was only partially cleaned. Despite these issues, I am still willing to help GM improve their products and services. I would welcome a GM executive who is interested in having a dialogue with me.
Izaiah Senger 2024-09-11
The ride of the base sedan I rented for 4 days was smoother, quieter and more free of vibration than any car I have driven in the past two years, which is impressive! However, I did find the seats to be uncomfortable. The seat bottom is hard, causing soreness and fatigue to set in within 15 minutes. Additionally, the seat back lacks sufficient lumbar support, even when the power control is set for maximum support. On the bright side, the powertrain is smooth and quiet, the air conditioner is cold and powerful, and the gearshift control is unconventional but once I figured it out, it was easy to use. Interestingly, I found that several much less expensive full-sized cars have more comfortable front seats than the Buick Lacrosse, Toyota Avalon, and Lincoln Continental, such as the 2018 Toyota Camry and 2017 on up Kia Optima. As a potential buyer seeking ride and seat comfort, my favorite prospect so far is the 2018 Camry LE or XLE, as it offers near LaCrosse levels of ride comfort and quietness with much softer, better-shaped seats and superb directional stability on the highway - all important characteristics for fatigue-free long-distance cruising.
Houston Beahan 2024-08-05
Hello, I wanted to share my experience with my 2017 Buick Lacrosse Essence that I purchased in December 2016. Unfortunately, I have had a couple of issues with wind noise and rattles, which required two visits to the shop. Although the wind noise issue has not been completely resolved, I am hopeful that it will be soon. As for the rattles, I have decided to wait until the next recall to address them. Despite these issues, I must say that the car is quite roomy and luxurious. However, there are a few design flaws that I have noticed. For instance, my wife (who is 5'4'') and I (who is 6'') have trouble getting in and out of the car without bumping our heads. Additionally, the pass-thru is not very useful, and the armrest on the center console is too short. The cubbies in the doors are also not very practical, as they make it difficult to retrieve items like sunglasses. Lastly, the rear window comes so far back that it interferes with access to the trunk. Despite these issues, I still believe that the car is a good purchase for the price. Thank you for taking the time to read my feedback. Best regards, Larry M. Fierstine
Roscoe Tremblay 2024-07-09
Hello! I've only had the car for a few days, so I may not be able to answer all of your questions. There's a lot of new technology in this car, so I've been referring to the manual to learn how to use it. Personally, I'm not a fan of the auto shut-off feature and wish I could turn it off when I choose to. Additionally, I find it inconvenient that the gas tank door is now on the passenger side, which is opposite to my previous Buick. It's a bit of a hassle to walk around the car to fill up on gas! On the plus side, after test driving different makes, I found that the Buick seems to be more sound and better quality. However, after a year of driving, I've found that I dislike the shift - why put that extra P (park) to the side on the shift? I also think that the climate control should be on a separate button rather than on the screen, which can be difficult to navigate while driving. Unfortunately, my car also has a strange noise in the rear that my dealership hasn't been able to fix. But one very good thing is the gas mileage - it's been great so far!
Korbin Kuphal 2024-06-19
My wife and I recently rented a LaCrosse for a week in Colorado and drove over 1000 miles. While the seats were comfortable and the ride was nice, we did encounter some issues with the controls and instrumentation. Unfortunately, the gear shift was very un-intuitive and it was difficult to switch from manual shift mode back to automatic without going into neutral. Additionally, the back-up camera stayed on until we rolled forward for a while in a forward gear, which was distracting and unlike any other car we've driven. The paddle shifters were also problematic, as it was easy to hit them accidentally and there was no easy way to go back into full automatic mode. Furthermore, the engine turned off when we came to a stop, but not consistently. The headlight controls were also difficult to access if you drive using a 9-3 or 10-2 hand position. Lastly, the touchscreen controls for the climate and audio systems were not user-friendly and difficult to navigate. Overall, the user interface of this car was not up to par and would be a nagging irritation for as long as it's owned. We also found that the gas tank was smaller than expected, which required more frequent stops at the pump. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend this car.