Buick LaCrosse problems and known issues

Generation:

Third generation (2017–2019) – 2018–2019

Years:

2018–2019

Powertrain:

All

The rear brake caliper pistons may have insufficient coating, letting gas pockets form and reducing rear braking. The campaign covers 2018–2019 LaCrosse, Regal and other GM models, about 210,628 vehicles. Dealers bleed the brake system.

Sources: [12][2]

Generation:

Third generation (2017–2019) – 2017

Years:

2017

Powertrain:

All

On some 2017 LaCrosse cars, the rear suspension toe links may have been installed incorrectly and could loosen and disconnect. About 11,246 vehicles are covered. Dealers inspect and correct both toe links. A separate 2017 recall, 17V-116 (2,085 cars), covers power steering connectors that may let water in.

Sources: [13][14][2]

Generation:

Third generation (2017–2019) – 2018–2019

Years:

2018–2019

Powertrain:

All

The transmission start/stop accumulator endcap may be missing bolts. The campaign covers 2018–2019 LaCrosse and many other GM models, about 194,105 vehicles. Dealers inspect and replace the accumulator if bolts are missing.

Sources: [15][2]

Generation:

Second generation (2010–2016) – 2010–2013

Years:

2010–2013

Powertrain:

All

On cars sold or registered in 22 salt-belt states and DC, the rear toe links' corrosion coating may become brittle and chip off, letting the link corrode, thin and eventually fracture. Recall 20V-764 covers 2010–2013 LaCrosse, 2012–2013 Regal and 2013 Malibu models, about 220,006 vehicles; 21V-633 (32,894) and 21V-00F (4,271) extended it. Dealers replace the toe links and adjuster fasteners.

Sources: [4][5][6][2]

Generation:

Second generation (2010–2016) – 2011–2012

Years:

2011–2012

Powertrain:

All

The bolt securing the power front seat height adjuster may fall out, so the seat drops suddenly to its lowest position. The campaign covers 2011–2012 LaCrosse, Regal and Camaro and 2010–2012 SRX, Equinox and Terrain models, about 414,333 vehicles. Dealers replace the shoulder bolts.

Sources: [7][2]

Generation:

Second generation (2010–2016) – 2012–2013

Years:

2012–2013

Powertrain:

2.4L eAssist

On 2012–2013 LaCrosse and Regal and 2013 Malibu Eco models with eAssist, the generator control module may not work properly, causing a gradual loss of battery charge and a check engine light. About 42,904 vehicles are covered. Dealers test the module and replace it as needed.

Sources: [8][2]

Generation:

Second generation (2010–2016) – 2014–2016

Years:

2014–2016

Powertrain:

All

Air bag sensing module software may start a diagnostic test during which the frontal air bags and pretensioners would not deploy. Recall 16V-651 covers 2014–2016 LaCrosse and many other GM models, about 3,640,162 vehicles; 17V-437 (40,683) covers some vehicles already repaired. Dealers reflash the software.

Sources: [9][10][2]

Generation:

Second generation (2010–2016) – 2014

Years:

2014

Powertrain:

All

Some 2014 LaCrosse and Malibu cars with 17-inch front rotors built January 29 to March 31, 2014 may have thinner rear rotors installed on the front. About 8,208 vehicles are covered. Dealers inspect and install the correct rotors and pads.

Sources: [11][2]

Generation:

First generation (2005–2009)

Years:

2005–2009

Powertrain:

All

The weight on the key ring plus road conditions or a jolt may move the ignition switch out of the Run position, turning off the engine. That cuts power steering and power brakes, and the air bags may not deploy. The campaign covers 2005–2009 LaCrosse and other GM sedans, about 3,141,731 vehicles. Dealers fit new key rings and a key-slot insert or key-head cover.

Sources: [1][2]

Generation:

First generation (2005–2009) – 2006–2009

Years:

2006–2009

Powertrain:

All

The headlamp driver module may overheat and fail, so the headlamps and daytime running lights do not come on. The campaign covers 2006–2009 LaCrosse and several GM SUVs, about 429,170 vehicles. Dealers replace the module.

Sources: [3][2]