CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Buick Lacrosse has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 315 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 6 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (84 reports).
2005 Buick Lacrosse recalls
Headlights May Fail to Turn On, Raising Crash Risk
The headlamp driver module, a part that controls the headlights and daytime running lights, can overheat and fail.
Most common 2005 Buick Lacrosse problems
Problem areas named in the 315 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 84 |
| Exterior Lighting | 82 |
| Steering | 51 |
| Air Bags | 34 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 |
| Power Train | 19 |
| Structure | 16 |
| Suspension | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2005 Buick LaCrosse equipped with Venom Power Tires, Tire Line: Ragnarok GTS, Tire Size: 235/35/VR20, DOT Number:1WP2CTPWL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driverâs side tire became flat. The contact exited the vehicle and became aware that the sidewall of the tire had separated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The tire dealer was not notified of the failure. The tire was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. The VIN was not available.
Gas. Leaking car smoking and cutting off
The contact owns a 2005 Buick LaCrosse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V355000 (Electrical System) and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and the contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the road. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality; however, the failure had since become a regular failure. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 89,000.
The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the instrument panel was inoperable. The battery was replaced several times however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the mileage control circuit had malfunctioned. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under an unknown recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER. NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SMART CHEVROLET CADILLAC BUICK GMC (3 SMART DR, WHITE HALL, AR 71602, (870) 543-2200) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AND DETERMINED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN HAD DETACHED FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09E005000 (STEERING) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAIL
2005 Buick Lacrosse questions
Does the 2005 Buick Lacrosse have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Buick Lacrosse: Headlights May Fail to Turn On, Raising Crash Risk; Electrical System:Ignition; Air Bags:Frontal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Buick Lacrosse?
Based on 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (84), Exterior Lighting (82), Steering (51).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Buick Lacrosse has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.