Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Buick LeSabre. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗GM/TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC:COOLING UNIT
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.
- Consequence
- VEHICLE FIRES CAN OCCUR DUE TO THE SPILLAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE:MECHANICAL:LEVER SETTLING
- Summary
- WHEN APPLIED, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY MAY RELEASE ONE OR MORE TEETH, REDUCING THE CABLE LOAD TO THE REAR BRAKES.
- Consequence
- DEPENDING ON THE EXTENT OF THE LEVER RELEASE AND ROADLEVEL. THE PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE, ALLOWING IT TO ROLL, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 105.
- Remedy
- REPLACE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY.
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Owner complaints (189)
189 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 189 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 63 | 33.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 26 | 13.8% |
| Electrical system | 21 | 11.1% |
| Power train | 20 | 10.6% |
| Air bags | 14 | 7.4% |
| Fuel system | 10 | 5.3% |
| Structure | 10 | 5.3% |
| Parking brake | 9 | 4.8% |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 4.2% |
| Suspension | 5 | 2.6% |
How 1992 compares with other LeSabre years
Best and worst LeSabre years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 21 | 3 |
| 1989 | 27 | 2 |
| 1990 | 46 | 0 |
| 1991 | 30 | 0 |
| 1992 | 189 | 2 |
| 1993 | 194 | 1 |
| 1994 | 158 | 0 |
| 1995 | 178 | 1 |
| 1996 | 98 | 2 |
| 1997 | 394 | 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.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 468 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 26 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1992 LeSabre 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.
Where to next
1992 Buick LeSabre FAQ
How many recalls does the 1992 Buick LeSabre have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 96V015000 (power train), 91V167000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1992 Buick LeSabre problems?
Owners filed 189 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (63), Engine and engine cooling (26), Electrical system (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1992 Buick LeSabre get?
EPA rates the 3.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 16 city, 26 highway and 19 combined mpg.
How does the 1992 LeSabre compare with other years?
Among the 1988–1997 Buick LeSabre model years at least five years old, the 1988 drew the fewest complaints (21) and the 1997 the most (394). The 1992 drew 189. 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.