1990 Buick Lesabre problems
The Buick LeSabre is a full-size car made by the division Buick of General Motors from 1959 until 2005. Prior to 1959, this position had been retained by the full-size Buick Special model (1936–58). The "LeSabre", which is French for "the sabre", was Buick's mid-level full-size sedan above the Special but below the Electra during the 1960s then remained in its market position when the Electra was replaced with the Park Avenue. The LeSabre was available as a 2-door convertible, sedan or hardtop, a 4-door sedan or hardtop and station wagon throughout its production.
History of model
The LeSabre nameplate made its first appearance on the 1951 Le Sabre show car, which introduced the world to aircraft-inspired design elements such as the wrap-around windshield and tail fins. In 1959 LeSabre became the new moniker for what had previously been known as the Buick Special. The Buick LeSabre was offered in a full line of body styles except between 1965 and 1969 when its station wagon variant was dropped from Buick's full-size offerings. In 1977, the LeSabre was downsized along with other GM full-size models, and was available only in pillared coupe, sedan and wagon body styles.
In addition to being Buick's entry level vehicle, the LeSabre was consistently Buick's best selling full-size car. Of the four nameplates introduced in 1959 (LeSabre, Invicta, Electra, Electra 225), the LeSabre nameplate lasted the longest.
From 1959 to 1961, the LeSabre was powered by a 364 cubic-inch V8, which was smaller than the 401 cubic-inch V8 used in the more expensive Invicta and Electra models. The 364, which was previously used in all Buicks in 1957 and 1958, was rated at 250 horsepower (190 kW) in standard form with an "economy" 235 horsepower (175 kW) version offered as a "no cost" option in 1960-61 and an optional power-pack version with four-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts that was rated at 300 horsepower (220 kW). For 1962–63, the LeSabre came standard with a two-barrel carbureted version of the 401 V8 rated at 280 horsepower (210 kW), or a no-cost "economy" low-compression version rated at 260 horsepower (190 kW). Starting in 1964, all LeSabre models except the Estate Wagon shared their drivetrains with the midsize Buick models by switching to those models' smaller-displacement V8s at least as standard equipment for the next few years with cubic-inch displacements of 300 (1964–65), 340 (1966–67) and 350 (1968–76). A large-displacement would not reappear in a LeSabre until 1970 when a 455 cubic-inch V8 was introduced as an option and was offered through 1976. Beginning with the downsized 1977 models and continuing through three subsequent generations of front-drive LeSabres introduced in 1986, 1992 and 2000, Buick's 3.8-liter (231 cubic-inch) V6 would become the standard engine for most LeSabre models and V8 engines were dropped (except in station wagons) after the last of the rear-drive LeSabre sedans and coupes came off the line in 1985.
For most years from 1959 to 1971, a three-speed manual transmission was standard equipment on all LeSabres but rarely ordered. Far more popular was the Turbine Drive automatic transmission (previously known as Dynaflow) along with power steering and power brakes. For 1961 and 1962, the automatic transmission was standard on the LeSabre and all other full-sized Buicks but in 1963 was moved back to the option list on LeSabres. For 1964, the Dynaflow-based Turbine Drive was replaced by two new automatic transmissions, the two-speed Super Turbine 300 and the three-speed Super Turbine 400. A four-speed manual transmission was offered as a LeSabre option from 1963 to 1965 but only a small number of cars were so equipped. Automatic transmissions would once again reappear as standard equipment on LeSabres in mid-1971 and continue in such form until the model line's demise after 2005.
LeSabres were rear-drive six-passenger vehicles from 1959 to 1985 (station wagons through 1990) featuring separate body-on-frame construction along with a longitudinally mounted front engine. The first downsized generation of LeSabres introduced in 1977 retained the rear-drive and body-on-frame construction, while the later-generation models introduced in 1986 switched to front-wheel-drive, unit-body construction and transversely mounted engine. Convertibles were offered each year through 1975 while two- and four-door hardtops were dropped after 1976 and only pillared body styles were offered from 1977 to 2005. Station wagons were offered through 1964 and then dropped for several years until being reintroduced in 1970 and continued until 1990 after which year they were moved to the revived Roadmaster series. LeSabres come in two versions: Custom and Limited.
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Common 1990 Buick Lesabre problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 1990 Buick LeSabre, several common problems have been reported:
- Alternator Issues: Owners have experienced problems with the alternator failing, leading to issues with charging the battery and electrical systems in the car. This can result in the car not starting or stalling while driving.
- Battery Problems: The battery in the 1990 Buick LeSabre has been reported to have issues, potentially related to charging problems caused by a faulty alternator or other electrical issues.
- Ignition Wires Troubles: Complaints have highlighted issues with the ignition wires in the Buick LeSabre, which can lead to difficulties starting the car or poor engine performance.
- Instrument Panel Malfunctions: Owners have reported issues with the instrument panel, including malfunctioning gauges, warning lights, or displays, which can affect the driver's ability to monitor the car's performance.
- Brake System Concerns: Problems with the brakes, such as worn brake pads, brake fluid leaks, or brake system malfunctions, have been noted by owners of the 1990 Buick LeSabre.
- Windshield Problems: Some owners have faced issues with the windshield, including cracks, chips, or visibility problems, which can compromise the safety and aesthetics of the vehicle.
- Tire Issues: Complaints have included tire-related problems like punctures, wear, or alignment issues, affecting the car's handling, safety, and overall performance.
- Harmonic Balancer Troubles: The harmonic balancer, responsible for reducing engine vibration, has been a common problem in the 1990 Buick LeSabre, requiring replacement due to wear or failure.
These issues can impact the overall performance, safety, and reliability of the 1990 Buick LeSabre, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and prompt repairs to ensure the vehicle remains in optimal condition.
What year of Buick LeSabre to avoid?
Certain Buick LeSabre models made between 1999 to 2005 are equipped with faulty power window assemblies. The window regulators installed on these models have been known to fail on occasion. This issue is most prevalent in the 2000, 2001, and 2002 LeSabre models, which have received the most complaints on CarComplaints.
How long do Buick LeSabre engines last?
Many LeSabre owners report reaching well over 200,000 miles with proper care, attesting to the durability of its powertrain.
What is the Blue Book value of a 1990 Buick LeSabre?
The value of a used 1990 Buick LeSabre ranges from $1,067 to $6,559, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What engine does a 1990 Buick LeSabre have?
Used 1990 Buick LeSabre - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 165 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
What is the most common problem with Buick LeSabre?
Some frequently reported Buick LeSabre problems include defective power window assemblies, cracked intake manifold gaskets, and failing mode door actuators.
What engine does a 1990 Buick LeSabre have?
Used 1990 Buick LeSabre - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 165 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
How long do Buick LeSabre engines last?
Many LeSabre owners report reaching well over 200,000 miles with proper care, attesting to the durability of its powertrain.
What kind of engine is in a Buick LeSabre?
3.8-liter V-6
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1990 Buick Lesabre car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Buick Lesabre problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Seat belts problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Buick Lesabre vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1990 Buick Lesabre
The NHTSA has received 60 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Buick Lesabre. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1990 Buick Lesabre vehicles.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-26
- VIN: 1G4HR54C6LH
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE FRONT MOUNTING BRACKET NEAREST TO THE DOOR, FOR THE DRIVERS POWER SEAT FRACTURED AROUND THE MOUNTING BOLT. THIS ALLOWED THE SEAT TO ROTATE BACKWARD. *JB
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,WHEELS,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-16
- VIN: 1G4HR54C0LH
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,WHEELS,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THIS ALL HAPPENED OVER A PERIOD OF THE PAST 5 YEARS, I DIDN'T KNOW THIS SITE WAS AVAILABLE, SO SUBMITTING NOW. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-20
- VIN: 1G4HR54C4LH
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING THERE IS A CONSTANT SOUND OF AIR ESCAPING. THERE IS AN ANTICIPATION OF THE VEHICLE BACK FIRING AT ALL TIMES. ALSO, INTERMITTENTLY VEHICLE WILL STALL, AND USE TWICE AS MUCH FUEL.*AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-12
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I HAVE A 1990 BUICK LESABRE THAT IS EQUIPPED WITH TILT WHEEL. ABOUT A MONTH AGO THE STEERING COLUMN BECAME EXTREMELY LOOSE...I HAD NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE. ANYWAY, I THOUGHT "WELL, THE CAR IS JUST AGING" AND DIDN'T THINK TO MUCH ABOUT IT UNTIL YESTERDAY. MY SON WAS CLIMBING ACROSS THE DRIVERS SEAT AND ACCIDENTLY HIT THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR. WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, THE CAR WENT INTO REVERSE AND PROCEEDED TO ROLL DOWN THE DRIVEWAY. AFTER WE GOT THE CAR STOPPED, I DISCOVERED THAT EVEN WITH THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, THE CAR CAN BE PLACED IN ANY GEAR WITHOUT ANY RESISTANCE. THIS IS EXTREMELY UNSAFE AND IS THE EQUIVALENT OF THE OLD POWERGLIDES THAT WOULD DO THE SAME. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS HURT, BUT THE LIKELIHOOD OF THIS HAPPENING AGAIN TO SOMEONE ELSE IS VERY LIKELY. I CAN'T UNDERSTAND WHY IT SUDDENLY STARTED TO DO THIS. THANK YOU.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-20
- VIN: 1G4HR54C3LH
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKES ON A 1990 BUICK LESABRE FAILED IN THE DEALER LOT WHEN I WENT TO TEST DRIVE THE CAR. THEY ASSURED ME THEY WOULD REPAIR THE BRAKES AND CALL ME WHEN THE CAR WAS READY FOR SALE. AFTER THE REPAIR, I PURCHASED THE CAR, BUT THE BRAKES SOON FAILED AGAIN. I THEN DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE LINE REPAIR HAD BEEN MADE WITH COMPRESSION FITTINGS INSTEAD OF HIGH-PRESSURE INVERTED-FLARE HYDRAULIC FITTINGS. I SUSPECT THIS WAS UNLAWFUL. I CONTACTED GENERAL MOTORS, AND THE AGENT I TALKED TO DOESN'T SEEM TO COMPREHEND THAT THE USE OF COMPRESSION FITTINGS IN A BRAKE LINE IS UNLAWFUL, AND TRIVIALIZES MY CONCERNS SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR "AS-IS".*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: FILL IN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. *NLM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-02-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G4HP54C2LH
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CROSSED A ROADWAY, AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER PARKED VEHICLE. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1992-03-15
- VIN: 1G4HP54C4LH
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: NO SUMMARY. DT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-26
- VIN: 1G4HR54C4LH
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: A COMPLETE AND SUDDEN ELECTRICAL FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN TO A REPAIR SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-04
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G4HR54C2LH
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL AND FORCED VEHICLE TO HIT A PHONE POLE, DRIVER AND PASSENGER WERE INJURED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-11
- VIN: 1G4HP54C1LH
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH CONSUMER TOOK FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO SLOW DOWN, SUDDENLY VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED IGNITION COIL.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G4AP14CBLH
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE CUTS OFF WHICH CAUSES LOSS OF ALL POWER. ALSO, DASHBOARD LIGHTS UP RED. PROBLEM OCCURRED THREE TIMES IN ONE DAY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER UNABLE TO DETERMINE CAUSE. *AK THE PROBLEM HAPPENED TWICE, AND THE CAUSE WAS DETERMINED TO BE IGNITION COILS. *YH
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-01
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: FIRESTONE FR680 TIRES P205/70R14 EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION WITH LESS THAN 10000 MILES ON THEM, VEHICLE DROVE ROUGH AND DEALER INSPECTED TIRES INNER TREAD WAS SEPARATING FROM SIDEWALL. *SLC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-09-01
- VIN: 1G4HP54C7LH
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHEN TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY VEHICLE WILL SHUTDOWN WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. HE HAS TO PUT IT IN NEUTRAL IN ORDER TO START VEHICLE. DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT DOESN'T WORK, THE RETRACTOR IS NOT OPERABLE. *AK THE RESTRAINT MECHANISM FAILED AND THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE DOES NOT LATCH. *YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G4HR5R4C3L
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHEN TRAVELING AT ANY NORMAL SPEED/ LOW SPEED VEHICLE WILL CUT OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. CONSUMER HAS YET TO CONTACT DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-22
- Crash: 1
- VIN: FILL IN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: HAD STARTED VEHICLE & SHIFTED INTO REVERSE TO BACK UP WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD. VEHICLE PROCEEDED TO HIT PART OF GARAGE & KNOCKED THE CHROME OFF VEHICLE. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G4HP14C9LH
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,SEATS
- Summary: THE INERTIA SWITCH DOES NOT ENGAGE, CAUSING THE SEAT TO MOVE FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-05-28
- VIN: 1G4HP54C3LH
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE ABS POWER BRAKE RELAY FAILED DURING THE FIRST YEAR OF OPERATION AND I PAID TO REPLACE IT.ZIMBRICK MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL COULD NOT FIND SOURCE OF INTERMITTANT BRAKE PROBLEM UNTIL I BROUGHT THE CAR IN WHILE THE BRAKE RELAY WAS MALFUNCTIONING. IT WAS STUCK AND CONTINUED TO BUZZ EVEN AFTER THE IGNITION HAD BEEN SWITCHED OFF. THE SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED IN OCTOBER 1997. MY WIFE WAS IN COTTAGE GROVE AND THE CAR HAD NO POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKES AT STARTUP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO MADISON AND THE BRAKE RELAY WAS REPLACED AGAIN. IN THE FALL OF 1998, I EXPERIENCED NO POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKES DURING A DRIVE IN THE POURING RAIN. I HAD ALMOST NO EFFECTIVE BRAKES, BUT DROVE CAREFULLY AND PARKED THE CAR OVERNIGHT. THE NEXT MORNING THE BRAKES OPERATED NORMALLY. I SPENT ABOUT $900 ON BRAKE WORK AT ZIMBRICK'S IN APRIL OF 1999, BUT THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO PINPOINT THE SOURCE OF THE BRAKE PROBLEM. THE NEXT FAILURE HAPPENED MAY 28, 1999 WHILE MY WIFE'S DAD WAS DRIVING THE CAR TO EAU CLAIRE, WI. THE CAR HAD NO POWER ASSIST FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM DURING THE LATTER PART OF THE DRIVE (AFTER STOPPING FOR GAS). THE NEXT MORNING THE BRAKES WERE OPERATING NORMALLY AND HE DROVE THE CAR TO THE CABIN ON LAKE NANCY. ONE DAY, ABOUT A MONTH LATER (THE CAR WAS DRIVEN INFREQUENTLY DURING THE SUMMER - ABOUT TWICE PER WEEK), THE BRAKE PROBLEM REAPPEARED FOR ONE DRIVING EPISODE AND THE NEXT DRIVE THE BRAKES OPERATED NORMALLY. BECAUSE OF THE INTERMITTANT PROBLEM, THE SERVICE PEOPLE AT ZIMBRICK HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO PERMANANTLY FIX THE BRAKE PROBLEM. AND THE COMPUTER DIAGNOSTIC ERROR CODES DO NOT REGISTER ANY INFORMATION.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-01
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH THE BRAKES LOCKED UP. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN:
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THEB RAKES INTERMENTLY LOCK UP .THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-09-06
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- VIN: 2G4WB141XL1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT LAB BELT FAILED DURING AN ACCIDENT, DAUGHTER WAS THROWN OUT OF VEHICLE AND KILLED, THREE OTHER PASSENGER'S WERE INJURED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2G4W1314T8L
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE: GASKET FAILED CAUSING OIL TO LEAK.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-07-08
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2FTCF10E6BC
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED A VEHICLE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE STREET TRYING TO PASS THE FIRST VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS HIT HEAD-ON, CAUSING A CRASH. SHOULDER RESTRAINTS FAILED TO WORK ,LEADING TO INJURIES. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-04-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G4HR54C0LH
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHEN INVOLVED IN A REAR-END CRASH THE DRIVER'S SEAT RECLINED AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE, CAUSING NECK AND BACK INJUIRES TO THE DRIVER. SEAT HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. VEHICLE IS AT REPAIR SHOP.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G4HR54C9LH
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: POOR TRACTION OF FIRE HAWK TIRES CAUSED ACCIDENT.
1990 Buick Lesabre recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1990 Buick Lesabre.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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Are you having problems with your 1990 Buick Lesabre?
Guy Hessel 2024-06-14
I just bought this car last week and I already love it. The ride is the smoothest I have ever had. This is the only car that I have ever had that I feel extremely safe in. It is so big and drives so responsively. Also, after 13 years, all the power accessories still work! I will definitely be keeping this car for a very long time.
Jacey Lebsack 2024-05-24
I'm glad to hear that you love it!
Camron Kris 2024-05-21
Great car! It does exactly what it was meant to do and is more comfortable than many sofas. After 160,000 miles, the only part I've had to replace aside from the usual stuff (brakes, tires, filters) is the alternator. It has plenty of power and gets very good mileage.
Curt Lindgren 2024-05-15
I love hearing stories about cars that have been reliable for years, and your LeSabre sounds like it was a real gem! It's amazing that you were able to put so many miles on it without any major issues. I can understand why you sometimes regret selling it. The smooth ride and good gas mileage on the highway sound like they were really enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
Eldon Stamm 2024-04-26
This car has been amazing! I've owned a lot of cars, but this one takes the cake. With 222,932 miles on it, it still runs smoothly and quietly without any rattles. It's easy to clean and looks like new. Sometimes I feel like it's a top secret car and Buick is going to come take it back! For the first 190,000 miles, all I did was change the oil and put on new tires. Since then, I've only had to replace the exhaust and timing chain. I also have a 2000 Lesabre, but it just sits there while my old white car travels quietly and smoothly like a regal beauty.