Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 Buick LaCrosse. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Headlamps may Fail
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
- Consequence
- Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
Ignition Switch may Turn Off
- 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.
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Owner complaints (250)
250 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 84 | 33.6% |
| Air bags | 77 | 30.8% |
| Exterior lighting | 61 | 24.4% |
| Engine | 17 | 6.8% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 14 | 5.6% |
| Steering | 14 | 5.6% |
| Unknown or other | 14 | 5.6% |
| Service brakes | 13 | 5.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 4% |
| Seats | 6 | 2.4% |
How 2008 compares with other LaCrosse years
Best and worst LaCrosse years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 315 | 4 |
| 2006 | 299 | 3 |
| 2007 | 250 | 3 |
| 2008 | 250 | 2 |
| 2009 | 106 | 2 |
| 2010 | 189 | 2 |
| 2011 | 169 | 4 |
| 2012 | 206 | 5 |
| 2013 | 129 | 5 |
| 2014 | 63 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2008 Buick LaCrosse FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Buick LaCrosse have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 15V519000 (lighting), 14V355000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Buick LaCrosse problems?
Owners filed 250 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (84), Air bags (77), Exterior lighting (61) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2008 LaCrosse compare with other years?
Among the 2005–2014 Buick LaCrosse model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (63) and the 2005 the most (315). The 2008 drew 250. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.