Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2017 Buick LaCrosse. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Rear Suspension Toe-Link may Disconnect
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.
- Consequence
- If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.
Improperly Sealed Power Steering Connectors
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
- Consequence
- A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.
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Owner complaints (36)
36 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 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 11 | 30.6% |
| Power train | 9 | 25% |
| Engine | 5 | 13.9% |
| Suspension | 4 | 11.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 11.1% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 8.3% |
| Air bags | 2 | 5.6% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 2.8% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 2.8% |
| Seat belts | 1 | 2.8% |
How 2017 compares with other LaCrosse years
Best and worst LaCrosse years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 189 | 2 |
| 2011 | 169 | 4 |
| 2012 | 206 | 5 |
| 2013 | 129 | 5 |
| 2014 | 63 | 5 |
| 2015 | 44 | 3 |
| 2016 | 48 | 2 |
| 2017 | 36 | 2 |
| 2018 | 12 | 3 |
| 2019 | 6 | 2 |
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.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2017 Buick LaCrosse 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 360 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 31 / 25 | $2,700 | 360 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | $2,900 | 378 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2017 LaCrosse for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2017 Buick LaCrosse FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Buick LaCrosse have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 17V267000 (suspension), 17V116000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Buick LaCrosse problems?
Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (11), Power train (9), Engine (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Buick LaCrosse get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 21 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2017 Buick LaCrosse get?
NHTSA rated the 2017 Buick LaCrosse 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2017 LaCrosse compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2019 Buick LaCrosse model years at least five years old, the 2019 drew the fewest complaints (6) and the 2012 the most (206). The 2017 drew 36. 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.