Buick LaCrosse Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Buick LaCrosse — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019Best | Excellent | 1 | 6 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2018 | Excellent | 2 | 5 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2017 | Good | 2 | 25 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | 1 | 30 | 2 | 1 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 2 | 23 | 1 | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2014 | Good | 2 | 45 | 8 | 3 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2013 | Caution | 4 | 107 | 4 | 4 | 1 | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2012 | Avoid | 3 | 142 | 4 | 7 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2011 | Caution | 1 | 134 | 6 | 8 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2010 | Caution | 1 | 138 | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | 1 | 70 | 2 | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2008 | Avoid | 1 | 162 | 9 | 7 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2007 | Avoid | 2 | 166 | 3 | — | — | Exterior Lighting | Full report → |
| 2006Worst | Avoid | 2 | 210 | 10 | 13 | — | Exterior Lighting | Full report → |
| 2005 | Avoid | 3 | 202 | 5 | — | — | Exterior Lighting | Full report → |
15 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Buick LaCrosse Problems
Based on 1,465 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Buick LaCrosse Reliability
What year LaCrosse has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 210 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2006 report for specific defects.
Is the Buick LaCrosse reliable?
The Buick LaCrosse has accumulated 1,465 owner-filed complaints and 28 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 1 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2019 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used LaCrosse.
What are the most common LaCrosse problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (313 reports), Exterior Lighting (249 reports), Air Bags (131 reports), Steering (108 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my LaCrosse has an open recall?
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