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2G4WD582161••••••2008 Buick LACROSSE
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2008 Buick LACROSSE build (13 vs 6).
13on this build
217on the model
37builds in total
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
1injuries
Most reportedExterior Lighting 8Electrical System 4Suspension 2Air Bags 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemcrashMay 2014
The contact owns a 2006 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that the key was not able to turn from an off to an on position several times intermittently. The contact also stated while traveling approximately 65 mph, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle and was…
Exterior LightingfireFeb 2014
The contact owns a 2006 buick lacrosse. After shutting off and exiting the vehicle, the contact noticed that smoke was emitting near the front passenger side. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the head lamp driver module was smoking and the rubbers were…
SteeringMar 2021
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and vibrate and the felt like that the front passenger’s side tire was about to detach from the vehicle. The contact slowed down and drove the vehicle to an independent…
Air BagsJul 2014
Air bag sensor malfunctions for both driver and passenger. Sometimes it works normally, sometimes it fails for passenger or driver or both. Occasionally it will function normally after driving about 15 minutes. This issue dates back to november 1, 2007
Service BrakesFeb 2013
The contact owns a 2006 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the brakes were depressed and failed to respond as the traction control and the ABS warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle stalled and was able to be restarted.…
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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 2G4WD582161198212 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.