I’m experiencing issues that seem to align with the gcm recall despite my vehicle supposedly being fixed for this recall prior to my purchase of it. I cannot run the heat with the headlights or various combinations of things that would otherwise be normal because the battery will drain within 30 minutes, resulting in the car to going into “battery saver mode” where each system begins to power off …
2012 buick LaCrosse electrical problems
moderate 45 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
45
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
The charging system in my vehicle is no longer working. There's been a recall done for the charging system. It was fixed back in 2013 before long before I bought the vehicle. It's only been nine years since it's been fixed and now it's not working again. I'd like this matter to be looked into as I believe it's faulty at no fault of my own.
SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR IN JUNE, 2012, THERE HAVE BEEN THREE (3) INCIDENTS WHERE THERE WAS A GRADUAL LOSS OF BATTERY CHARGE, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, AND THE ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT COMES ON. THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT WAS THIS PAST SATURDAY, ON NOVEMBER 16, 2013. MY CAR IS ALSO EQUIPPED WITH E-ASSIST. I DO NOT KNOW IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE GENERATOR CONTROL MO…
2012 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO WIRING CONDUIT ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE WIRING CONDUIT FAILED TO MEET THE FIREWALL AT APPROXIMATELY TWO INCHES. WHICH LEFT THE TAPED WIRES LOOSE. AS HE LOOKED THROUGH THE COWL SCREEN, THE WIRES WERE TAPED TO WHERE THE WIRES ENTERED THE BODY. THE TAPES WIRES APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN TAPED 8-12 INCHES, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED ENGINE FAIL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE LOW BATTERY SERVICE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON HIS OWN INSPECTION, HE ATTACHED THE VEHICLE TO A CODE READER AND NO DEFECTS WERE DISCOVERED. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V173000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) WHICH HE L…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2012 buick LaCrosse?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 45 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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