I've had plenty of Buick in the bay over the years, and the suspension complaints on these don't surprise me. 258 on the NHTSA record across 31 model-year entries (2005–2019) is not a fluke. The complaints are spread across the lineup — no single model is doing all the work. That tells you it's an engineering or supplier pattern, not a one-off bad year. 12 injury reports on the record — not a category to wave off. Average shop fix runs about $900 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Across the 47 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 73,340 miles. A quick test drive over rough pavement reveals more than the carfax. Listen for clunks on bumps and watch the steering wheel for tramlining.
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31 model-year entries · 2005–2019
Buick suspension problems
258 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Buick vehicles for suspension issues. 1 active recall campaign. See suspension across all makes →
Complaints
258
Recalls
1
Year-models
31
Avg fix
$900
13crashes
12injuries
Worst-affected Buick model-years for suspension Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2012 Buick LaCrosse
29 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2013 Buick LaCrosse
27 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2011 Buick LaCrosse
26 complaints · ~$900 severe
2010 Buick LaCrosse
13 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2006 Buick Rendezvous
13 complaints · ~$900 severe
2006 Buick Lucerne
12 complaints · ~$900 severe
2012 Buick Regal
10 complaints · ~$900 severe
2005 Buick Terraza
10 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2005 Buick Rendezvous
9 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2006 Buick Terraza
8 complaints · ~$900 severe
2005 Buick LaCrosse
8 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2005 Buick Rainier
7 complaints · ~$900 severe
2011 Buick Regal
6 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2009 Buick Enclave
6 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2007 Buick Lucerne
6 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2006 Buick LaCrosse
6 complaints · ~$900 severe
2006 Buick Rainier
6 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2015 Buick Encore
5 complaints · ~$900 severe
2010 Buick Enclave
5 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2008 Buick Enclave
5 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2007 Buick Terraza
5 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2019 Buick Encore
4 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2017 Buick LaCrosse
4 complaints · 1 recall · ~$900 moderate
2008 Buick LaCrosse
4 complaints · ~$900 severe
2007 Buick LaCrosse
4 complaints · ~$900 moderate
Active recalls — Buick suspension 2 on file
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin
Rear toe link fracture can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N252537580. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall numbers 20V764, 21V633, and 21V00F.
General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles
If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.
Common questions
How many Buick suspension complaints are on file with NHTSA?
258 complaints across 31 model-year entries from 2005 to 2019. 1 active recall campaigns cover suspension issues across the Buick lineup.
Which Buick model has the most suspension complaints?
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse leads with 29 complaints in this category. Next: 2013 LaCrosse (27) and 2011 LaCrosse (26).
What does it cost to fix Buick suspension problems?
Independent shops average $900 for suspension repairs across the Buick lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Buick suspension recalls?
Yes — 2 active recall campaigns cover suspension on Buick vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Buick.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.