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1G4HD57247U••••••2007 Buick LUCERNE
This build draws 3.6× more complaints than the average 2007 Buick LUCERNE build (13 vs 4).
13on this build
141on the model
39builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedElectrical System 6Structure 3Wheels 2Steering 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemJan 2017
Problems : a short circuit on the printed circuit board for the washer fluid heater, overheating the ground circuit board. May cause other electrical features malfunction, create an odor or cause smoke increasing the risk of fire. 2. Hwfs harness. Considerable melting has…
WheelsDec 2014
This vehicle has defective chrome peeling wheels and has a track record of this reported all over the internet. Not only is it a defect but a safety issue as the chrome flaking off cuts like a razor as I found out my self cleaning the vehicle
EngineApr 2014
I was driving down street and motor quit running. The motor did start and I continued on my journey. Later that same day, the engine stopped again and would not restart for several minute. After several tries it started. I did not have any more occurrences for several months. I…
StructureFeb 2014
The contact owns a 2007 buick lucerne. The contact stated that the door handle fractured while the contact was attempting to enter the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current…
TiresJul 2013
The wiper pump stopped working out of no where and the tires keep losing air in them
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1G4HD57247U197989 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.