2006 Buick Lucerne problems
The Buick Lucerne is a full-size car manufactured by General Motors from 2005 to 2011. Named for the city of Lucerne, Switzerland, it served as Buick's top-of-the-line sedan until it was replaced by the second generation Buick LaCrosse.
History
The Lucerne replaced the full-size LeSabre and the Park Avenue in the Buick range, and used a revised G platform, nonetheless referred to by GM as the H platform.
The Lucerne was introduced with the standard 3.8 liter Buick V6 (also known as the GM 3800 engine) or optional 4.6 liter Cadillac Northstar LD8 V8 as well as optional active suspension, marketed as Magnetic Ride Control. For 2005, all General Motors vehicles equipped with the 3.8 L V6 become the first SULEV-compliant vehicles.
The Lucerne featured a row of faux exhaust vents, marketed as "Ventiports," on the front fenders, corresponding to the number of cylinders in the engine — three on each side for the V6 or four for the V8. The CXL trim package added numerous premium features.
The Lucerne was manufactured at GM's Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly Plant alongside the Cadillac DTS. The plant won Initial Quality Awards from J.D. Power and Associates from 2004 through 2006. GM also lead all other automakers in Strategic Vision's Total Quality Index (TQI)
The Super trim level was introduced at the 2007 New York Auto Show, featuring the 4.6 liter Northstar L37 V8; revised trim; an increase of 17 hp (13 kW) horsepower, and revised front styling and a rear spoiler.
All Lucernes received modest mid-cycle updates in 2008, adding optional blind spot monitoring and lane departure warning system and revised exterior colors. Two new trim levels, CXL Special Edition (with more standard features than regular CXL) and Super, were added for 2008. The 2009 Lucerne received small upgades, including a new base engine, the 3.9 L GM High Value LZ9 V6, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and XM NavTraffic. Flex-fuel technology was made available at no additional cost.
For 2010, the Super's rocker panels, grille, and fog lights were added as standard equipment.
The 2011 Lucerne was largely unchanged. The last was built on June 15, 2011. The second generation LaCrosse replaced it as Buick's flagship sedan for 2012.
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Common 2006 Buick Lucerne problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2006 Buick Lucerne, several common problems have been reported:
- Motor Mount Failures: Many V6-powered Lucerne owners have experienced failures with their motor mounts. This issue can lead to stability and performance concerns, requiring repairs to ensure safe driving conditions.
- Fluid Leaks: Some owners have faced minor fluid leaks in their Buick Lucerne, often attributed to sub-par factory fluid lines. While not as severe as engine-related problems, fluid leaks can still impact the vehicle's performance and reliability.
These reported problems highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any signs of issues to ensure the longevity and performance of the 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Is a 2006 Buick Lucerne a good car?
While the model also has a steadier ride and better fit and finish than the LeSabre and Park Avenue models it replaced, the Buick didn't rival the best competition. Its 197-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine is responsive, but sounds coarse and doesn't have outstanding acceleration or fuel economy.
How many miles will a 2006 Buick Lucerne last?
How Long Will the 2006 Buick Lucerne Last? Drivers have reported Lucernes reaching a mileage of 300,000, even half a million miles. That's possible if you buy the car new and take excellent care of it, but improbably if you're buying used. Expect to hit 200,000 to 250,000 miles on the original powertrain.
Is the Buick Lucerne a reliable car?
The Buick Lucerne enjoys average reliability, with some of its model years scoring better than others. RepairPal gave it a rating of 3.5 out of 5.0, ranking it 13th out of 32 for all car brands.
What is the maximum mileage for a Buick Lucerne?
With proper care by mainly following the maintenance schedule, You can get anywhere from 300,000 to over 500,000 miles or more. If the Lucerne is neglected then it might get as little as 100,000 miles or so.
Is a 2006 Buick Lucerne a good car?
While the model also has a steadier ride and better fit and finish than the LeSabre and Park Avenue models it replaced, the Buick didn't rival the best competition. Its 197-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine is responsive, but sounds coarse and doesn't have outstanding acceleration or fuel economy.
Is Buick Lucerne a reliable car?
The Buick Lucerne enjoys average reliability, with some of its model years scoring better than others. RepairPal gave it a rating of 3.5 out of 5.0, ranking it 13th out of 32 for all car brands.
How many miles will a 2006 Buick Lucerne last?
How Long Will the 2006 Buick Lucerne Last? Drivers have reported Lucernes reaching a mileage of 300,000, even half a million miles. That's possible if you buy the car new and take excellent care of it, but improbably if you're buying used. Expect to hit 200,000 to 250,000 miles on the original powertrain.
What is the crash rating of the 2006 Buick Lucerne?
In NHTSA crash tests, the Buick Lucerne received a five-star rating (out of a possible five) for its protection of the driver and front passenger in frontal impacts. A four-star rating was given for side-impact protection of front and rear occupants.
2006 Buick Lucerne car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Buick Lucerne problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
- Steering problems
- Air bags problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Buick Lucerne vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Buick Lucerne
The NHTSA has received 330 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Buick Lucerne. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Buick Lucerne vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-26
- VIN: 1G4HP57226U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: The airbag lights on and there is an electrical issue also that causes the car to smoke and nearly catch fire, as soon as the battery is reconnected. Therefore rendering it non drivable. It's the same problems that are associated with the 2006 Lucern,s. When i look up the year make and model it says there should be a recall but once you put in the vin it nothing comes up.The vehicle is readily available upon request but has not been inspected by anyone else.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-12
- VIN: 1G4HD57216U
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I have 2006 buick lucerne.i paid over 800 dollars get brakes fixed.now they saying messed up again power steering messed up.the front passenger side where tire hits bump makes nise like strut.power steering fluid leaking brake fliud leaking.air bags.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G4HP572X6U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: My power steering went out so my mechanic checked it out and said my pump went out so I bought a new power steering pump and pulley had it put on and that didn't fix the problem. The next day I went out of town to visit family and my car caught on fire due to the power steering fluid leaked all out on the motor and got hot enough to catch on fire. then my ignition stoped going all the way in park so I would have to disconect my battery cables so that it wouldn't run my battery down. The car wouldn't go all the way up in park making the ignition key wouldn't turn back far enough to shut my car off and lights
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-01
- VIN: 1G4HE57Y86U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-28
- VIN: 1G4HD57236U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: passenger air bags are not working
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-24
- VIN: 1G4HE57Y16U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The car cuts off whwn you're driving it without warning. I have had the crankshaft position sensor replaced two times and it continues to fail. There are even reports in the internet that list this as a problem with this vehicle. I am afraid that someone will hit me from the rear and cause me injury or death. I am about to have this sensor replaced for a third time. It's absolutely ridiculous that I have to keep spending money out of my pocket for the same thing over and over again. This incident is a continual problem. It doesn't matter if you're stopped or driving it just happens out of the blue with no warning.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-29
- VIN: 1G4HD57276U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I have a 2006 buick lucerne that loses power randomly as I'm driving whether its pulling outbjnto traffic, which could cause injuries possibly even death, or maintain a certain speed for any amount of time , it just randomly loses power and wont go for however long until it starts to accelerate again . Also if I'm at a red light or stopped waiting to pull out somewhere , although I have my foot on the break, my car begins to accelerate and almost pulling me out into traffic. I have a service engine light and the code reads h02s heating control circuit sensor but I've yet to have it inspected because there isn't a recall for my car on that problem even though I've heard and read many complaints with the same or similar issues
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-01
- VIN: 1G4HR57YX6U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ALUMINUM V8 ENGINE LEAKING OIL PROFUSELY. NOW GETTING SMOKE AND ODOR WHILE DRIVING. MY CONCERN IS THAT OIL IS LEAKING ON TO THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND COULD POSSIBLY IGNITE. I SUSPECT ENGINE BOLTS NEED TO BE RETORQUED WHICH WOULD NECESSITATE ENGINE REMOVAL TO ACCOMPLISH. THIS IS A MAJOR DESIGN FLAW WHICH NEEDS CORRECTING. LEAKS OCCUR DURING ALL PHASES OF OPERATION. THE LEAKS FIRST BECAME EVIDENT SEVERAL YEARS AGO AND HAVE PROGRESSIVELY WORSENED SINCE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-04
- VIN: 1G4HD57246U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FRONT PASSENGER DOOR LATCH HAS COME LOOSE MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE IN THE VEHICLE. IT TEMPORARILY FIXES ITSELF, THEN RANDOMLY OCCURS AGAIN. DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. THIS IS DEFINITELY A HAZARD IN AN ACCIDENT. THIS ISN'T THE FIRST LUCERNE THAT I'VE DRIVEN WITH THIS PROBLEM AND IT'S QUITE COMMON. THERE IS NO SAFETY LOCK ON THE DOOR FOR THIS TO KEEP HAPPENING.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-01
- VIN: 1G4HD57226U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: EVERY BUICK I HAVE EVERY HAD, HAD POWER STEERING ISSUES, INCLUDING MY NEWEST ONE. I JUST GOT A OIL CHANGE AND THEY TOPPED OFF EVERYTHING, YET MY POWER STEERING SOUNDS HORRIBLE WHEN TURNING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-06
- VIN: 1G4HP57266U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF WINDSCREEN WIPERS ON A RANDOM BASIS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-01
- VIN: 1G4HE57Y06U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, IT LOST ALL POWER STEERING AND THE FLUID GUSHED FROM UNDER THE CAR. NOW THE THERE IS NO POWER STEERING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-09
- VIN: 1G4HE57Y86U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: CAR DRAINS MY BATTERY AND IT MESSED UP MY ALTERNATOR. I REPLACED BOTH AND ONCE AGAIN MY BATTERY KEEPS BEING DRAINED. I TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AND THE MECHANIC RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND ABOUT 10 CODES POPPED UP SAYING ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. OTHER MODELS OF THIS BUICK HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR THE SAME ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. IL DRIVE MY CAR AND IT WILL COMPLETELY CUT OFF ON ME AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. IL FIND MY PAPER WORK FROM THE MECHANIC IF NEEDED. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR MONTHS NOW. IT DIDNT HAPPEN JUST ONCE. SO I CANT DRIVE THE CAR UNTIL ITS FIXED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-14
- VIN: 1G4HP57236U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE DOORS, SPECIFICALLY REAR DOORS, IN THIS VEHICLE GET STUCK IN AN OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION. IT APPEARS TO BE A DEFECT THAT CAUSES THE DOOR LATCH TO STAY IN THE CLOSED POSITION, TRAPPING CHILDREN OR OTHER PASSENGERS IN THE BACK SEAT, OR PREVENTING THE DOOR FROM CLOSING. FROM INTERNET RESEARCH, THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH THE LUCERNE (NOT JUST 2006) AND THE LACROSSE. FIRST WE HAD THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR GET STUCK CLOSED. AFTER A MONTH OR SO OF UNLOCKING AND LOCKING THE DOORS, IT STARTED WORKING AGAIN RANDOMLY, BUT A FEW MONTHS LATER, BECAME STUCK CLOSED AGAIN WITH NO TRIGGER. WE CONTINUED TO USE THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR DOOR, BUT ABOUT A YEAR LATER, IT GOT STUCK OPEN. AT FIRST THE DOOR WOULDN'T OPEN FOR MY SON, BUT I PULLED ON THE HANDLE FROM THE OUTSIDE WHILE HE PUSHED FROM THE INSIDE, AND WE GOT IT OPEN. WHEN I TRIED TO CLOSE THE DOOR, IT BOUNCED BACK. THE LATCH IS STUCK IN THE CLOSED POSITION. THE CHILD SAFETY LOCK IS NOT ENGAGED. THE DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE LOCKS FUNCTION NORMALLY MANUALLY, WITH THE KEY FOB, AND BY PRESSING THE DRIVER'S BUTTON. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND OFF DURING ALL INCIDENCES.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-12
- VIN: 1G4HP57276U
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: PERIODICALLY AT CRUISING SPEED OF 50 TO 60 MILES AN HOUR, SPEEDOMETER WILL FLUCTUATE WILDLY BETWEEN 25 AND 40 MPH. WHEN IT DOES THIS TRANSMISSION DOES NOT KNOW WHAT GEAR TO BE IN, AND IN THE EVENT THAT THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE GOES ALL THE WAY TO ZERO, IT WILL NOT ENGAGE WHEN YOU PRESS THE GAS PEDAL EVEN IF YOU'RE IN GEAR, ONLY THING YOU CAN DO IS PULL OFF AND SHUT IT DOWN AND WAIT SEVERAL SECONDS TO A FEW MINUTES FOR IT TO ENGAGE ONCE AGAIN WHEN YOU START IT BACK UP. THIS IS AN 06 BUICK LUCERNE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND 3.8 V6
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-02
- VIN: 1G4HR57Y86U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T OPERATE AS IT WAS DESIGNED DUE TO A BINDING LOCK ROD GROMMET PREVENTING THE LOCK ROD FROM ACTUATING THE LOCK. THIS WAS NOT DUE TO ANY ACCIDENT NOR WAS THE CAR TRAVELING TO INITIATE THIS PROBLEM.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-10
- VIN: 1G4HD57286U
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: STEERING WHEEL IS TURNT TO RIGHT AND THE ONLY THE FRONT LIGHT COME ON NOT THE BACK AND MY ALARM IS MESSING WITH WITH THE COMPUTER AND THE GAS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-07
- VIN: 1G4HP57276U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ELECTRONICS SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. NHTSA# 10972355 NHTSA ID# 10908198
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-15
- VIN: 1G4HD57276U
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: STEERING AND BRAKES FAIL AT LOW SPEED TURNS AND WHEN GOING THROUGH PUDDLES OF WATER. VERY DANGEROUS. UNABLE TO OPERATE VEHICLE WHEN RAINING. UNSAFE CONDITIONS. HAPPENS CONTINUOUSLY. NO SPECIFIC DATE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-04
- VIN: 1G4HR57YX6U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINE WAS REPLACED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO SUBURBAN BUICK GMC OF FERNDALE (21800 WOODWARD AVE, FERNDALE, MI 48220, (248) 547-6100) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR BRAKE LINE HAD BEEN REPLACED AND TIED TO THE SWAY BAR. THE BRAKE LINE WAS NOT COMPLETELY INSTALLED FROM THE ENGINE TO THE BRAKES, WHICH COULD CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 56,620.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 1G4HE57Y66U
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE PASSING A VEHICLE, ACCELERATOR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED THE VEHICLE TO OVER 115 MPH QUICKLY, AND THE SPEED CONTINUED TO CLIMB. COULD NOT DEACCELERATE. BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE, NO LUCK, SHIFTED TO 1ST GEAR, NO LUCK, PUSHED MANY BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL, NO LUCK, ACCEPTED THE FACT THAT THIS WAS GOING TO BE A HIGH SPEED DELIBERATE ROLLOVER. FINALLY AT THE LAST POSSIBLE MOMENT, THROTTLE DISENGAGED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-24
- VIN: 1G4HP57276U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: BACK DOORS ARE STUCK LOCKED. NEITHER DOOR WILL OPEN. HAVE TWO KIDS THAT HAVE TO RIDE BACK THERE AND IF WE GET IN AN ACCIDENT IT COULD BE FATAL IF THEY ARE BACK THERE AND CAN'T GET OUT!!
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-28
- VIN: 1G4HE57Y96U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT NOTICED OIL LEAKING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEAD GASKET FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 86,000. *TT CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE DIAGNOSED OIL LEAD CAN ONLY BE FIXED BY HAVING THE ENGINE REPLACED.*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-02
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. FLOW GM AUTO CENTER OF WINSTON-SALEM (1400 S STRATFORD RD, WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27103, (336) 937-9049) INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY MANUFACTURER RECALLS FOR THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. THE CONTACT FELT THAT IF THE OEM SWITCH AND KEY WERE REPLACED WITH THE SAME PART, THE FAILURE MAY CONTINUE WITHOUT A NEWLY DESIGNED OEM IGNITION SWITCH AND KEY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND EXPECTED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-01
- VIN: 1G4HR57Y76U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DOOR DOES NOT OPEN USING EITHER INNER OR OUTER DOOR HANDLE. I HAVE SEEN MANY PEOPLE COMPLAIN ABOUT THIS ISSUE ON LINE. BUICK HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM ON MULTIPLE CARS FOR MULTIPLE YEARS. SAFETY ISSUE BIG TIME WHEN ONE CANNOT GET OUT OF THE CAR QUICKLY BECAUSE DOOR WON'T OPEN. THERE ARE ONLY 2 PEOPLE IN MY FAMILY AND THUS THE REAR DOORS ARE VERY SELDOM USED. DID NOT BREAK FROM OVERUSE, DESIGN PROBLEM.
2006 Buick Lucerne recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2006 Buick Lucerne.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
- Consequence: IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.
- Consequence: THIS MAY CAUSE OTHER ELECTRICAL FEATURES TO MALFUNCTION, CREATE AN ODOR, OR CAUSE SMOKE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC AT 1-866-996-9436; OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM .
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A V8 ENGINE,THE POWER STEERING HOSE CONNECTORS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY CRIMPED WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FLUID LEAK.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, POWER STEERING ASSIST MAY BE LOST AND INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED AT LOW SPEEDS. ALSO, IF THE POWER STEERING FLUID WERE TO CONTACT HOT ENGINE PARTS, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING GEAR INLET HOSE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339.
Negative 2006 Buick Lucerne car reviews
Positive 2006 Buick Lucerne car reviews
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It's great to hear that you've been enjoying your 2006 Lucerne CXS since you bought it with only 20,000 miles on it. With 198,700 miles on it now, it's impressive that it still has sport suspensions that make for a smooth ride even on rough surfaces. It's also great to hear that you recently replaced the shocks and struts at 180,000 miles and the water pump at 190,000 miles. With its impressive fuel efficiency of 23 mpg around town and 31 mpg on the highway, it's no wonder you can drive it for 14 hours straight without getting tired. You even call it a luxury sports car with magna ride and magna steering. It's a shame that Buick stopped making it, but it's clear that you have a great car that you enjoy driving.
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After owning my 2005 Century for 4 years, I decided it was time for an upgrade. Unfortunately, the Century was no longer in production, so I had to explore other options. Luckily, I found a fantastic solution at my local Buick/Chevrolet dealer - a one-owner, low mileage 2006 Buick Lucerne CXL V6 with tons of features I had never experienced before. The car was in excellent condition and the luxurious touches immediately won me over. The leather front seats were firm yet soft, with heated cushions and lumbar support. The spacious interior comfortably seats five, with a center console that includes a two-stage storage compartment, a dual cup holder with auto-adjustable cup sizers, and the traction control switch. The leather-wrapped steering wheel has built-in audio and cruise controls, and the rear seating also features leather and a retractable armrest that hides a trunk access door. The backs of the front seats have large map pockets, and the rear seats have a heat-A/C duct for added comfort. The car also boasts a range of luxury features, including full power, dual-zone A/C, and two possible driver memory settings. The instrument panel includes a compass and outside thermometer, and the driver info system provides information on how far you can go with the gas you have left, how much life is left in your oil, and the tire pressure. The sound system is fantastic, with AM/FM/CD, auxiliary MP3 jack, and Sirius XM radio, backed by 9 Harman Kardon speakers. The car also includes On Star emergency service (extra cost subscription required, like the XM radio). While there is no back-up camera, the innovative 'spider sense' system built into the rear bumper sounds an alarm and flashes lights visible in the rearview mirror when you get close to something behind you. The sun/moonroof provides ample headroom, and the trunk is fairly large, controlled with the remote key fob (there is no key lock for the trunk), opening to its maximum height with just a click.Door locks and an alarm can be conveniently controlled using the remote fob. The Lucerne is a pleasant surprise in terms of powertrain. Its smooth 4-speed automatic coupled with a frisky 3.8L V6 delivering 197 HP makes it very responsive while achieving an impressive 19 MPG city and 28 HWAY. For those who require more power, there is an optional V8 available, but I find the V6 to be more than adequate for the task. On the road, I have achieved 29 MPG, which is very good for a full-size luxury car that is actually a close mirror image to a Cadillac. People looking for top-of-the-line luxury of a Cadillac will be pleased to know that this Lucerne is a virtual Caddy clone with a lower price in a class that includes Lexus, Lincoln, and the Chrysler 300. UPDATE 10/17/2023---Today, more than a year and a half later, this car still runs great, with a nimble, soft ride that still gives me around 29 MPG on the highway. People riding with me still remark on how luxurious and comfortable it is. Several of my friends now say they'll consider a Buick over Lexus, Lincoln, or Chrysler. This is why they used to ask,
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I love my Lucerne CXS! It's such a great ride for passengers. The Lucerne never fails to provide a comfortable and pleasing ride, day after day. Even when I don't drive it every day, I miss my car, affectionately named Sophie, and she misses me too! : ) I must admit, this unexpected love affair with my car has been a pleasant surprise. As a former Chrysler mini-van Mom of 14 years, I was initially hesitant about my husband's strong encouragement to purchase the Lucerne CXS. However, he reminded me of my delight when sitting in one at the Detroit & Grand Rapids Auto Shows. Now, I'm constantly receiving favorable comments and inquiries from friends and complete strangers of all ages and genders.
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I've owned several Buicks, including the Park Avenue Ultras (my last car was a 2000 model), and I'm thrilled with its performance. The car is incredibly agile and handles like a dream, much like a German car. The Northstar engine is super responsive and emits a NASCAR-like growl under acceleration. The seats are comfortable, and the car has many great new features, such as heated windshield washers. At cruising speed, road noise is well isolated. The only downside to this car is its fuel economy, which I've averaged about 19 mpg so far, compared to an average of 22.5 with the supercharged Ultra. Overall, I'm very happy with my Buick!
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Rides like a dream! It's so quiet and comfortable. This luxury car is a great value compared to our past Cadillacs or Lexus.
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Jul 1, 2020 ... It's the cylinder block. The block is made of aluminum and the bolts strip out of the block compromising the cylinder head gasket. The fix is to ...
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Oct 12, 2015 ... Replace the oil pressure sending switch. AC Delco. This message seems to be pretty common. The switch is an on/off type, set to about 5 - 7 psi ...
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Joe Hammes 2024-06-20
I recently purchased a car from the showroom without test driving it first, which turned out to be a big mistake. Within two weeks, I noticed a vibration problem and took it back to the dealership. They aligned it and then changed the engine mounts during my second visit. However, the problem persisted and I was told to put 800 miles on it before returning. During my third visit, the service manager informed me that the car was to spec and that the vibration was normal. Although I was disappointed, the service manager was very friendly and understanding throughout the process. At my request, the wheels were road forced balanced during my fourth visit, which helped to correct the issue to some extent. However, the car still vibrates. During my fifth visit, all the oil was drained and the car had to be towed. Unfortunately, during my sixth visit, the battery stopped charging and the car is no longer safe to drive over 45mph. Despite these issues, I appreciate the dealership's efforts to resolve the problem and their friendly service throughout the process.
Lance Schulist 2024-04-26
Since I bought this car, I've had to have two of the four doors fixed. One wouldn't open, and the other had the handle come off. The power window regulator went out, the motor mounts broke, and now the transmission is going out. Additionally, the plastic around the front seats has all broken. It's been a frustrating experience, and I wouldn't recommend this car to anyone.
Eli Nikolaus 2024-04-17
The plastic around the driver's seat has cracked off, and the wheels appear to have peeling aluminum film. Despite these issues, I still believe Buicks to be well-made cars. Although there is some brake noise and the power steering fluid needs to be monitored, there are no leaks. Overall, this is a good car. It is worth noting that some older models may have been better made, but this is a common trend in many products these days.
Delmer O'Connell 2024-02-26
This car has a proven engine and is absolutely smooth and quiet. It gets 30+ MPG if driven 55-60 MPH, which is phenomenal for its tank size. Additionally, it gets 26 MPG with an 80/20 mix of highway and city driving, and can reach speeds up to 80 MPH. Although it has horrendous blind spots, it is a great road car and powerful on the highway. However, it is crummy to drive in the city. The seats are awful and extremely sore after driving, and the interior materials are very cheap. The seat fabric is also quite nasty. The ergonomics are bad and there is no telescopic steering wheel. The passenger seat rattles and the driver seat plastic has cracked off. Overall, I would not buy this car again due to its quirks. However, it may still be a good fit for some drivers.
Lamont Sporer 2024-02-17
I have owned three Park Avenues in the past 12 years and was eagerly anticipating the Lucerne. However, I have experienced a persistent vibration that has not been resolved despite two attempts to balance the wheels. Additionally, the car lacks a trunk key entry and the gas filler flap opens too easily, which could lead to fuel theft. The recessed instrument panel dials are difficult to read in daylight and the steering is overly stiff. The ride quality is harsh and the noise level is comparable to my Camry or Miata. Unfortunately, the engineers have failed to maintain the traditional smooth ride associated with Buick. Overall, I am extremely disappointed with this car and am considering selling it as soon as possible.