TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V651000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. HENNESSY BUICK GMC (7261 JONESBORO RD, MORROW, GA 30260, (844) 240-2177) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE…
2015 buick LaCrosse airbags problems
severe 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Crashes
4
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH, A DEER STRUCK THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT DID NOT FULLY INFLATE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT WHERE AND WAS AWAITING INSPECTION FROM THE INSURA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD, WENT OVER A RAILROAD CROSS TIE, AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. UPDATED 01/21/16*LJ *JS
The contact owns a 2015 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, another vehicle spun uncontrollably and crashed into the driver's side door of the vehicle and the door caved in. The contact hit the left side of her head against the front driver's side window. The air bags failed to deploy. The fire department assisted the contact out of the vehicle by cutting the driver-side do…
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2015 buick LaCrosse?
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags 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 $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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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