CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Buick Lesabre has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (12 reports).
3Recalls
21Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1988 Buick Lesabre recalls
Most common 1988 Buick Lesabre problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 BUICK LESABRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE SEAT BELTS FAILED TO ENGAGE. THE DEALER HAS NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE VIN AND ENGINE SIZE WERE UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 73,000.
RECURRING BRAKE REPAIRS: REPLACEMENT OF REAR BRAKE CYLINDERS, BRAKE SHOES, MACHINE DRUMS. MILEAGE AT EACH REPAIR 10,953, 17,124, 25642, 37,753, 48,245. *AK
THE STEERING HAS BEEN HARD SINCE DAY ONE AND CONSUMER HAS BEEN PATCHING UP VEHICLE TO KEEP IT RUNNING. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT THE MANUFACTURER MADE AN ALUMINUM ROD FOR THAT YEAR VEHICLE. IT IS RACK AND PINION STEERING. *AK *CB *NLM
AMERICAN GENERAL GVS AFTER MARKET TIRES, P205/75R14 SIZE. TREAD ON LEFT FRONT TIRE HAS STARTED TO SEPARATE FROM INSIDE.*AK CONSUMER STATED LEFT FRONT TIRE HAD SEPARATING LUMPS IN THE INSIDE OF THE TIRE, DOT NUMBER ACKC2Y6308.*JB
SEAT BELT CLASP FAILED. MANUFACTURER NO LONGER CARRIES THAT PART. DEALER IS UNABLE TO REPAIR DUE TO LIABLILITY. STATE REQUIRES SEAT BELTS, BUT VEHICLE OWNER IS UNABLE TO GET REPAIRED TO ORIGINAL CONDITION. DOESN'T SEEM RIGHT NOR ACCEPTABLE!! *AK
1988 Buick Lesabre questions
Does the 1988 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1988 Buick Lesabre: Vehicle Speed Control; Service Brakes, Air:Antilock; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Buick Lesabre?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (12), Seat Belts (3), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Buick Lesabre 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.
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