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2G4WC582461••••••2006 Buick LACROSSE
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2006 Buick LACROSSE build (12 vs 6).
12on this build
278on the model
47builds in total
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
1injuries
Most reportedExterior Lighting 6Air Bags 2Engine And Engine Cooling 1Power Train 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashFeb 2014
The contact owns a 2006 buick lacrosse. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle accelerated to approximately 45 mph. The contact had no control of the vehicle and it crashed into a snow bank. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries sustained in…
Electrical SystemfireDec 2013
Driving at 45mph, smelled smoke from what appeared to be an electrical fire. Approximately 1/2 mile driving time, the engine and all power cut off. Got someone to help push the car off road when another person notice there was a fire coming from underneath the engine. Fire…
Exterior LightingNov 2018
When I am driving sometimes the automatic lights shut off and the only lights that will work are my bright lights. Can happen anytime of the day
SteeringNov 2012
The vehicle makes a rubbing noise when turning the vehicle
Power TrainMar 2009
The contact owns 2006 buick lacrosse cx. While the vehicle was parked on an incline, the contact started the ignition and the gear selector failed to shift into reverse or drive. After numerous attempts, the contact was able to shift into drive. The contact stated that the…
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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 2G4WC582461276937 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.