CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Buick Lesabre has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 164 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 4 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (57 reports).
1Recalls
164Owner complaints
9Crashes reported
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2003 Buick Lesabre recalls
Most common 2003 Buick Lesabre problems
Problem areas named in the 164 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 57 |
| Air Bags | 21 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Visibility | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Tires | 7 |
What owners report
The transmission doesn't shift correctly even after it's warmed up it is erratic and rough while connecting the transmission gears and jerks very hard at most times. The power steering is not working correctly and makes it difficult to drive at all with the combined issues I'm very concerned about my and my family safely
On [XXX] original Steering Rack and Pinion was replaced at 138974 miles by established reputable garage with NAPA part which was remanufactured. That part failed [XXX] at 141443 miles. That part failed [XXX] at 145999 miles and was replaced with NAPA part which was remanufactured. That part failed and was replaced at [XXX] at 157999 miles with another NAPA remanufactured part. That part failed about July 2023 and has not been replaced . The repair garage that had been replacing this rack and pinion stated they will no longer replace it since the outcome would be the same. The problem in all instances is that the hydraulic fluid leaks out of the unit through the rack and pinion which in tu
215/70R15 98T Tire purchased 10 days prior blew-out , resulting in total loss of vehicle.
The contact owns a 2003 Buick LeSabre. The contact stated that their trunk failed to remain in the open position when needed. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Buick LeSabre. The contact stated that after his friend drove the vehicle to his residence, there was a burning oil odor detected. The contact opened the hood and there was smoke coming from the engine. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic as a valve cover gasket leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned that the failure could lead to an engine compartment fire. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 136,776.
2003 Buick Lesabre questions
Does the 2003 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Buick Lesabre: Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Buick Lesabre?
Based on 164 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (57), Air Bags (21), Power Train (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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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