Buick LaCrosse complaints by model year
2,122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 48 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 2015 | 44 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | 63 | 7 | 1 | 5 |
| 2013 | 129 | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| 2012 | 206 | 10 | 4 | 5 |
| 2011 | 169 | 15 | 1 | 4 |
| 2010 | 189 | 6 | 9 | 2 |
| 2009 | 106 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 2008 | 250 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| 2007 | 250 | 8 | 18 | 3 |
| 2006 | 299 | 16 | 7 | 3 |
| 2005 | 315 | 7 | 6 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2010–2019. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 46 | 32 | 62 | 54 | 14 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 44 | 30 | 46 | 30 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 17 | 12 | 24 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 14 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 17 | 19 | 24 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 13 | 12 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control | 23 | 9 | 25 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Buick LaCrosse recalls (24)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one LaCrosse model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V00F000 | Dec 22, 2021 | Rear Toe Links May Fracture | 2010–2013 | 57.3% |
| 21V633000 | Aug 12, 2021 | Rear Toe Links May Fracture | 2013 | 65.5% |
| 20V764000 | Dec 21, 2020 | Rear Toe Links May Fracture | 2010–2013 | 76.9% |
| 20V668000 | Oct 29, 2020 | Missing Bolts on Start/Stop Accumulator | 2018, 2019 | 82.4% |
| 18V576000 | Aug 30, 2018 | Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons | 2018, 2019 | 95.9% |
| 18V358000 | May 31, 2018 | Fuel Pump Flange Weld may Fracture | 2018 | 96.9% |
| 17V437000 | Jul 10, 2017 | Frontal Air Bags May Not Deploy | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 84.4% |
| 17V267000 | Apr 21, 2017 | Rear Suspension Toe-Link may Disconnect | 2017 | 99.4% |
| 17V116000 | Feb 23, 2017 | Improperly Sealed Power Steering Connectors | 2017 | 99.2% |
| 16V651000 | Sep 8, 2016 | Frontal Air Bags May Not Deploy | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 90.3% |
| 15V666000 | Oct 16, 2015 | Side Impact Air Bag Modules may Rupture | 2015 | 86.6% |
| 15V519000 | Aug 14, 2015 | Headlamps may Fail | 2005–2009 | 51.2% |
| 14V447000 | Jul 23, 2014 | Seat Height Adjuster Bolt may Fall out | 2011, 2012 | 75.5% |
| 14V355000 | Jun 23, 2014 | Ignition Switch may Turn Off | 2005–2009 | 67.7% |
| 14V317000 | Jun 12, 2014 | Wire Splice may Corrode and Break/FMVSS 114, 118 | 2014 | 94.6% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2012 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2011 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Buick LaCrosse FAQ
How many recalls has the Buick LaCrosse had?
NHTSA lists 24 recall campaigns that cover at least one Buick LaCrosse model year from 2005 to 2019. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Buick LaCrosse year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2005 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (315) and the 2019 the fewest (6). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Buick LaCrosse problems?
Across the 2010–2019 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, engine, steering in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Buick LaCrosse get?
EPA rates the 2019 Buick LaCrosse at 23 to 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.