buick LaCrosse problems
0 safety recalls. 188 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN A MAIN ROUTE WITH HIGH TRAFFIC TRAVELLING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE CAR FELT AS IF SOMEONE STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TWICE. THE CAR SLOWED DOWN ABRUPTLY ALMOST TO A STOP. I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. I WAS 1/2 MILE FROM MY…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG MODULE WAS FRACTURED AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR DID NOT ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JIM ELLIS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP (5862 PEACHTREE BLVD, ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30341, 770-234-8155), BUT NO ASSISTANCE…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER FAILED. THE DEALER DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY AND REBOOTED THE COMPUTER WHICH WAS ONLY A TEMPORARY FIX. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS BEING HELD AND CHECKED…
REDUCED ENGINE POWER-WHILE DRIVING 30MPH THE VEHICLE WILL RANDOMLY REDUCE ENGINE POWER AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND RESTART MY VEHICLE 2 TWICE TO MAKE IT HOME SAFELY. GM HAS A SERVICE BULLETIN OUT TO REPAIR 2010-2011 BUCK LACROSSE ONLY MANUFACTURED AT…
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Common questions
Is the 2010 Buick LaCrosse reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 188 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2010 Buick LaCrosse?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 43 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Buick LaCrosse has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Buick LaCrosse?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 188 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.