2017 Buick Lacrosse AWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Buick Lacrosse AWD; the most frequently affected component is suspension — rear. Owners filed 34 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #8 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints34

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Recalls (2)

Suspension — RearCampaign 17V267000 · 21 Apr 2017

Problem: General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.

Risk: If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

Steering — Electric power assist systemCampaign 17V116000 · 23 Feb 2017

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.

Risk: A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.

What owners complain about

Share of the 34 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system11 · 32%

Power train8 · 24%

Engine5 · 15%

Suspension4 · 12%

Vehicle speed control3 · 9%

Air bags2 · 6%

Seats1 · 3%

Fuel system1 · 3%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that after his wife had parked and turning off the vehicle, moments later the vehicle was restarted and the check engine and TCM warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, the transmission shifter failed to shift out of park. The vehicle towed to the…
Power train · Dec 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

On november 19, 2016, i purchased the 2017 buick lacrosse premium awd. On that same day, while i was driving on the highway the overheated engine light came on, beeping sound, oil light came on, shortly vehicle indicated immediately to stop, which i did, stranded on the highway in en route to dealership. I had just…
Power train · Nov 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

I have no idea whether this concerns the takata inflators or not. While accelerating from a normal traffic speed (approximately 20 to 40mph) , it seems like the transmission shifts up and down rapidly several times between lower gears. If the acceleration is terminated by by lifting your foot from the accelerator, the…
Power train · Jan 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power on several occasions. The vehicle restarted after a while. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with a faulty power inverter module. The vehicle…
Engine · Sep 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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