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1G4GF5G35FF2532452015 BUICK LaCrossePremium II

Risk Score
29
MODERATE RISK
out of 100
3 Found
3 campaigns
44
Reported to NHTSA
Not Tested
See iihs.org/ratings
11 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
D
Score: 69/100
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2015 BUICK LaCrosse was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 3 open recalls on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 44 owner complaints include 4 reported injuries, indicating real-world safety incidents beyond normal wear.

  • 3 open recalls — verify these have been repaired before purchase
  • 4 injuries reported across 44 owner complaints
  • Safety Systems is flagged in both recalls and owner complaints — double-confirmed failure pattern
29/100
Moderate Risk
2 moderate risk signals detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
Contributing Risk Factors — 2 detected
Critical deferred maintenance — safety-critical components overdue
+20
3 model-wide recalls on record
+9
Critical Alerts

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle
Make
BUICK
Model
LaCrosse
Year
2015
Trim / Series
Premium II
Body Style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
6-cyl 3.6L
Doors
4
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Assembly
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
B+Quality70/100
Good📍 KANSAS CITY, KANSAS

Builds F-150 and Transit. Large-volume plant with solid quality metrics.

Safety
D
Score: 69/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety19/30
Complaint History30/30
35/100Moderate
  • Airbag system recall
2/100
Basic
1 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Elevated
  • 3 recalls on same component: Safety Systems
  • Safety system appears in both official recalls and owner complaints

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

The same components appear in both official NHTSA recalls and owner-filed complaints — a double-confirmed failure signal.

Safety Systems
3 recalls7 complaints
Forward Collision Warning?Unknown
Automatic Emergency Braking?Unknown
Pedestrian AEB?Unknown
Rear AEB?Unknown
Lane Departure Warning?Unknown
Lane Keep Assist?Unknown
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot Monitoring?Unknown
Rear Cross Traffic Alert?Unknown
Adaptive Cruise Control?Unknown
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High Beam?Unknown
Parking Assist?Unknown
Backup Camera?Unknown
Electronic Stability Control?Unknown
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data Recorder?Unknown
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake Support?Unknown
Keyless Ignition?Unknown
Recalls
82/100
Critical Deferred Risk
Critical deferred failure risk — 4 safety-critical or high-cost components are past their service interval. Without immediate attention, repair costs will compound significantly.
No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~132,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
EST. OVERDUECriticalTiming Chain Tensioner
Service interval: 10 yr · Vehicle age: 11 yr · Past due by age
Service Timing Chain Tensioner immediately — already past the 120,000 mi / 10 yr interval
Worn chain tensioners cause timing chain skip or snap — common on GM 5.3L/6.2L, Ford EcoBoost, VW/Audi EA888, BMW N47/N63. Listen for cold-start rattles.
EST. OVERDUECriticalWater Pump
Service interval: 8 yr · Vehicle age: 11 yr · Past due by age
Service Water Pump immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 8 yr interval
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
EST. OVERDUEHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 11 yr · Past due by age
Service Transmission Fluid / Service immediately — already past the 60,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 11 yr · Past due by age
Service Coolant Flush immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
EST. OVERDUEModerateSpark Plugs (iridium/platinum)
Service interval: 8 yr · Vehicle age: 11 yr · Past due by age
Service Spark Plugs (iridium/platinum) immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 8 yr interval
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
EST. OVERDUEModerateFuel Injectors
Service interval: 10 yr · Vehicle age: 11 yr · Past due by age
Service Fuel Injectors immediately — already past the 120,000 mi / 10 yr interval
Dirty or failing injectors cause rough idle, reduced fuel economy, and increased emissions. Cleaning costs $100–$200; replacement $800–$1,600.
33 RECALLS

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 3 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 3 recalls is ~80%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

80%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

BUICK Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
87%Fair

BUICK completes recalls at a fair rate (87%). If this vehicle has open recalls, follow up with a dealer — average remedy time is ~20 months.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~20 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
20mo
#16V651000
Aug 2016

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

SummaryGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Est. Repair Completion~80%

~20% chance this vehicle is still unrepaired

Low Risk

Source: NHTSA published Takata completion data

#17V437000
Oct 2017

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

SummaryGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Est. Repair Completion~80%

~20% chance this vehicle is still unrepaired

Low Risk

Source: NHTSA published Takata completion data

#15V666000
Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

SummaryGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.
Read full details...
ConsequenceIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Est. Repair Completion~80%

~20% chance this vehicle is still unrepaired

Low Risk

Source: NHTSA published Takata completion data

LONG-STANDING OPEN
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
9.8yr open
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
8.6yr open

⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.

08/09/2016
3 total campaigns
Safety Systems
1
Part Replacements
2
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
2 recalls are over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
10mo
Lag from first complaint to recall
First complaint: 2015-10-06 · Recall issued: 2016-08-09

Recall was issued within 10 months of first complaints — relatively prompt response.

1 in 11

4 injuries reported across 44 complaints — elevated injury rate for this class of vehicle.

Complaints
Electrical
13
Steering
10
Other
7
Safety Systems
4 crash3 inj7
Brakes
1 crash1 inj4
Engine/Powertrain
2
Fuel System
1
2016
7
2017
1
2018
8
2019
3
2020
5
2021
6
2022
4
2023
3
2024
2
2025
4
31% trend in recent years (improving reliability)
Declining -29%
5
Last 24 months
7
Prior 24 months
Engine stalling4
Fire/smoke2
Steering loss1
Brake failure1
Electrical failure1
Conditions Reported
Highway/high-speed (6)Parking/low-speed (5)Startup (3)Rain/wet (1)
44HIGH VOLUME
5
Crashes
4
Injuries
ODI #11698532POWER TRAIN

I had first seen a check engine light for a month and it would come on and off and sometimes it would stay off for about a week before it comes back on and do the same thing. I had noticed some slippage within the transmission a week prior to this incident and was looking to take it in for an inspection but money is tight so I couldn’t afford to go in for an inspection, especially a repair. I was driving to work and the vehicle was doing its slippage and I go about a mile or two until I reach an intersection, I came to a red light and stopped, when it turned green, I started pressing on the gas but the car didn’t move, it only revved. I then proceeded to put it in park and turn it off then on, only for it to do the same thing. So from there I had it pushed off into a nearby parking spot and then towed to a wrenchrite where they had confirmed it had nothing to do with the transmission fluid or anything minor. I then had it taken to Emory Services and they had confirmed the transmission its self had been fried.

ODI #11666414STEERING

The contact owns a 2015 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH on a main road and attempting to make a right turn, the contact noticed that the steering wheel had become increasingly difficult to steer. The message "Service Power Steering - Drive with Care" was displayed. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,900.

ODI #11657483SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

The contact owns a 2015 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 55 MPH, the vehicle jerked briefly before shifting into gear. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the ABS was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 127,500.

ODI #11657664STEERING

As I was driving around a corner, the steering wheel got hard, very hard and it no longer worked

ODI #11597441POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2015 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while stationary at a stop light and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated while responding. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The VIN was not available.

ODI #11569462UNKNOWN OR OTHER

There have been at least five different occasions when the doors of the car will randomly lock and unlock continously for anywhere from 1-3 minutes. No one would be holding the key or pushing the button. We are sitting in the car when it happens. It has occurred with the car on and off.

ODI #11550798UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Transmission problem. Jerking when going into gear.

ODI #11524977SEAT BELTS

The part of the driver seat belt that goes under the seat and is attached by a metal cable. The cable totally ripped apart. The date is approximate because I did not notice it until it was almost completely broken off. . I had the seatbelt repaired at the dealer Mangino Buick in Ballston spa New York, at the sum of $300they said GM refused to cover it. I tried to explain that this is a Safety issue not a warranty item. This never happens.

ODI #11500759FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel line under hood was rubbing against a bracket and is leaking. All the hangers and clips are secured and no play in Fuel line.

ODI #11487099AIR BAGSCRASH1 INJURY

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

ODI #11476408STEERING

My wife was driving and went to turn the vehicle and the steering locked up momentarily. She drove directly home a block away and pulled into the garage. When attempting to take the car for service it would not turn in either direction.

ODI #11471159ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The truck pops open on its own when park and while driving.. Had to pull the fuse just to keep it from opening.

ODI #11446130STEERING

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

ODI #11438406STEERING

Power steering went out while driving roughy 45/50 mph. Unknown reason why it went out.

ODI #11427844STEERING

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

ODI #11422247SERVICE BRAKESCRASH1 INJURY

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

ODI #11418204SERVICE BRAKES

BRAKE FAILED

ODI #11399060AIR BAGS

SERVICE AIR BAG MAINTENANCE WARNING ⚠️

ODI #11395038ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

WOULD NOT START AT ALL, ONCE WE GOT IT STARTED AND HEADED DOWN THE ROAD, THE CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. VERY DANGEROUS.

ODI #11372440FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PARKING HER VEHICLE IN HER GARAGE, A STRONG FUEL ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO LOU FUSZ BUICK GMC (10950 PAGE AVE, ST. LOUIS, MO 63132) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A FUEL LEAK. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED OUT OF POCKET. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 34,000.

ODI #11350626STEERING

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

ODI #11342657EXTERIOR LIGHTING

WHILE DRIVING HOME ON A CITY STREET WE NOTICED THAT BOTH LOW AND HIGH BEAM LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING.

ODI #11321746UNKNOWN OR OTHER

RADIO WON'T TURN ON AFTER I START CAR. HOWEVER IF I TURN ON RADIO BEFORE STARTING CAR AND THE DOOR IS OPEN IT WILL COME ON. IF I LEAVE THE RADIO ON AND SHUT CAR DOWN AND LEAVE CAR, WHEN I RETURN & BEFORE START THE CAR, THE RADIO WILL COME ON UPON START UP. SEEM LIKE THERE IS A RADIO CONTROL SWITCH IN THE DOOR AREA THAT IS TEMPERMENTAL.

ODI #11301958STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER

MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW, MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT COME ON. MY RADIO GOES OUT AND ON. WHEN STARTING MY CAR USING PUSH START MY CAR STALL. HESITATE TO START BUT FINALLY STARTS AFTER SO MANY TRIES. I HAVE HAD TO JUMP START CAR AND RECENTLY HAD A BATTERY REPLACED. NOW THE POWER STEERING IS GONE OUT. I CAN BARELY TURN STEERING WHEEL., THIS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. MY DASHBOARD IS VERY DIM. IT WENT COMPLETELY BLACK A COUPLE OF TIMES WHILE DRIVING WHEN CAME BACK IT'S BARELY LIT I CAN BARELY SEE GAS GAUGE, OR SPEED ODOMETER.

ODI #11290147ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WHERE MY CAR WONT START, WHEN TRYING LIGHTS RAPIDLY BLINK, SOMETIMES THE RADIO AND DIRECTIONALS WONT WORK, AND SOMETIMES IT CUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. MY CAR IS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE WITH 14K MILES ON IT.

ODI #11277558UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

ODI #11230271INTERIOR LIGHTING

2015 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PROBLEMS WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS. *LD THE CONSUER STATED THE ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD TURN OFF AND ON INDEPENDENTLY. *JS

ODI #11163532AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

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

ODI #11141663STEERING

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MILES AN HOUR WHEN MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. WITH GREAT DIFFICULTY I WAS ABLE TO MOVE ACROSS LANES AND GET TO AN EXIT. I DROVE TO THE NEAREST BUICK DEALER WHO SAID THEY WERE TOO BACKED UP TO HELP. WHILE AT THE BUICK DEALER I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF. WHEN I TURNED THE ENGINE BACK ON, THE POWER STEERING WAS WORKING AGAIN.

ODI #11118910EXTERIOR LIGHTING

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE EQUIPPED WITH ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS. WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL AT NIGHT, THE HEADLAMPS FAILED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONLY WHILE TRAVELING DOWNHILL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BURNWORTH-ZOLLARS CHEVROLET (350 US-6, LIGONIER, IN 46767, (260) 894-3127) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLAMPS WERE ADJUSTED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000. **TR *JS

ODI #11101373STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES

WHILE DRIVING AROUND 65 MPH ON A HIGHWAY. THE BATTERY LIGHT WENT ON. THEN SUDDENLY THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES DIED. IT WAS VERY SCARY. A HUGH SAFETY ISSUE, THIS VERY EASILY COULD HAVE LEAD TO A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, CRASH OR DEATH. THE STEERING WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN AND THE BRAKES HARD TO PUSH DOWN. BUT THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING AND LUCKILY I WAS CLOSE TO A EXIT. I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND STOPPED IN STORE PARKING LOT. IT WOULD NOT START AFTER GETTING THERE. I HAD TO HAVE IT TAKEN TO A BUICK DEALERSHIP. IT WAS ALSO SHOWING A AIR BAG ERROR MESSAGE. THEY TOLD ME IT HAD TO DO WITH THE SEAT POSITION OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT. I HAVE HAD IT THERE 6 TIMES THIS YEAR WITH THE SAME ISSUE. ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO FOR THE 7TH TIME OF TAKING IT THERE THEY FINALLY REPLACED THE HYBRID BATTERY STATING THAT WAS THE PROBLEM. HOWEVER IT WORKED FOR ONLY 9 DAYS. WHEN I WENT TO DRIVE IT ON THE NINTH DAY, THE BATTERY LIGHT WAS AGAIN ON AND HAD NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. I LEFT IT IN MY GARAGE, BUT ULTIMATELY HAD TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE COMPANY WHO HAS NOW HAD IT FOR 2 WEEKS STATING THAT THERE IS SOME TYPE OF PARASITIC DRAW ON THE BATTER AND IT WON'T HOLD A CHARGE. THEY ALSO CAN'T FIND THE ISSUE WITH WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE CAR. THIS CAR IS NOT SAFE AND SHOULD BE RECALLED.

ODI #11088636AIR BAGSCRASH2 INJURIES

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. BOTH DRIVERS SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000. *TT

ODI #11073578SERVICE BRAKES

POWER STEERING SERVICE SOON WARNING COMES ON AND POWER STEERING IS LOST. GENERAL MOTORS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED AND DEALER HAS RESET COMPUTER. CONTINUES TO FAIL. EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO STEER WHEN THIS HAPPENS. HAPPENS AT SLOW SPEEDS ON CITY STREETS AND WHILE TURNING.

ODI #11067211FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ED NORSE SAWGRASS AUTO MALL DEALER (14401 WEST SUNRISE BLVD, SUNRISE, FL) BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5.

ODI #10980649EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2015 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS TO HEADLAMP MODULE. *LD *JS

ODI #10948575ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VEHICLE PROBLEM STARTS WITH TIRE INFLATION WARNING, THEN SEAT BELT WARNING AND QUICKLY SPREADS TO ALL SYSTEMS SHOWN ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. ALL SYSTEMS STOP FUNCTIONING INCLUDING TURN SIGNALS, WITH ONLY STEERING, BRAKING, AND ACCELERATOR OPERABLE. INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY GO DARK, THEN RESUME WITH SAME FAILURE LIGHTING SEQUENCE. ONSTAR STOPS WORKING. VENTILATION SYSTEM MAY RUN MAX HEAT AND OR SWITCH TO MAX COLD, THEN SHUT DOWN (WHILE DRIVING). LAST SPRING VEHICLE WOULD NOT ALLOW ENTRY, TRANSMISSION LOCKED, AND WAS TOWED TO DEALER. EARLY NOVEMBER 2016 TIRE PRESSURE WARNING FIRED (PARKED). END OF JANUARY INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT FULL SEQUENCE OF WARNING LIGHTS, WENT DARK (WHILE DRIVING). JANUARY 26, 2016 (WHILE DRIVING FREEWAY SPEED) INSTRUMENT PANEL RAN THROUGH SEQUENCE OF WARNING LIGHTS, GAUGES FLUCTUATED WIDELY, PANEL WENT DARK, NO CONTROLS WORKED EXCEPT, BRAKES, STEERING, ACCELERATOR. TO SHUT OFF ENGINE (WHILE PARKED) TOOK THREE ATTEMPTS AND ONCE OFF INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTINUED TO DISPLACE WARNING LIGHTS. VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER. *TR

ODI #10935449STEERING

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE WARNING CHIME SUDDENLY ACTIVATED AND THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,000. UPDATED 01/25/2017*CT UPDATED 02/15/17.*JB

ODI #10925777AIR BAGSCRASH

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH, A DEER STRUCK THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT DID NOT FULLY INFLATE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT WHERE AND WAS AWAITING INSPECTION FROM THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V651000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS). THE CONTACT HAD A REPAIR APPOINTMENT AT A LOCAL DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,000.

ODI #10920478ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, "DON'T TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD " BEGAN TO FLASH ON THE MESSAGE BOARD. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE MESSAGE WAS ONLY SUPPOSED TO DISPLAY DURING VEHICLE START UP. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50. ...UPDATED 12/28/16 *BF UPDATED 01/03/17.*JB

ODI #10891813ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

TAKATA RECALL, THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING THE CAR ESPECIALLY DURING TURNS. THE CAR CONTINUED TO HESITATE TO STALL IN TRAFFIC. THE CAR VIBRATED NEARBY THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC. THE CAR FLOOR APPEARED TO CAVE IN ON THE LEFT SIDE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE HEATER FAILED TO BLOW OUT HOT AIR. THE TELEPHONE CALLS WERE DISTORTED AS EVIDENCED BY BEING UNABLE TO HEAR THE CALLER.

ODI #10883490STEERING

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY INVOLVED IN A CRASH, BUT THE DETAILS WERE UNKNOWN. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE VEERED INTO ANOTHER LANE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.

ODI #10860891ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. AFTER THE CONTACT PRESSED THE START/STOP BUTTON, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. ALSO, WHILE REDUCING SPEED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, IT SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, AFTER SHUTTING THE ENGINE OFF, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY RESTARTED WITHOUT THE START/STOP BUTTON BEING PRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,500. UPDATED 05/26/16*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED GM ALLOWED HER TO TRADE THE VEHICLE, FOR A 2016 MODEL. UPDATED 06/14/16.*JB

ODI #10824808VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL - VEHICLE FOLLOWS VEHICLE IN FRONT WAY TOO CLOSE. THE INTERVAL FOLLOWING DISTANCE IS 1.2 SECONDS WHEN SET TO NEAR AND 1.5 SECONDS WHEN SET TO FAR. THIS IS WAY TOO CLOSE AS MOST STATES SPECIFY NO LESS THAN 3 SECONDS. BUICK HAS NO ANSWER. PLEASE HELP...

ODI #10780211AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCRASH

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD, WENT OVER A RAILROAD CROSS TIE, AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. UPDATED 01/21/16*LJ *JS

Annual complaints and reliability score for BUICK LaCrosse — recall years marked in red
048050100201620172015201720192021202320252026Complaints/yrReliability (0–100)
Annual complaints (left axis)
Reliability score 0–100 (right axis, higher = safer)
Crash-involved complaints that year
Recall issued
Chart Analysis

The blue line shows 44 total NHTSA complaints filed over 11 years, with the worst year being 2018 (8 complaints, including 1 crash report).

The amber reliability line shows an improving trend — scores have risen from the earlier years toward 75/100 more recently, suggesting the most serious issues are older and may have been addressed through repairs or recalls.

The recalls (red dashed lines) followed the first complaints by 1 year — a typical response window; neither unusually fast nor a pattern of denial.

Red dots on the amber line flag 5 years (2015, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022) where complaints included crash events — these are the highest-severity incidents in the dataset.

Details & Analysis
Financial
$46,614
~$777/mo over 5 yrs
$0.4/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$21,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $46,614 (~$777/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

3 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$1,500
2 recalls over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$800
Total recommended deduction−$2,300
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:FRONTAL has been repaired
Recall on record for: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban,
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:FRONTAL has been repaired
Recall on record for: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW has been repaired
Recall on record for: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Ma
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: POWER TRAIN
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: STEERING
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.
5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions
Full Coverage
$1,450–$1,850/yr
~$121–$154/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
11-year-old vehicle: −18% (depreciated ACV lowers full-coverage cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

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Vehicle Identity

VIN1G4GF5G35FF253245
Model Year2015
MakeBUICK
ModelLaCrosse
TrimPremium II
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSedan/Saloon
Doors4
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders6
Displacement (L)3.6

Manufacturer

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS LLC
Assembly CityKANSAS CITY
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1G4
Check Digit (Char 9)5
Model Year Code (Char 10)F
Plant Code (Char 11)F
Sequence (Chars 12–17)253245

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count3
NHTSA Complaint Count44
1
1
G
2
4
3
G
4
F
5
5
6
G
7
3
8
5
9
F
10
F
11
2
12
5
13
3
14
2
15
4
16
5
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
G
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
4
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
GF5G3
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
5
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
F
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
F
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
253245
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"F" → 2015
Could also be 1985
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm

Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 5/22/2026, 2:08:40 PM.