2008 BUICK LACROSSE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
343
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE
The 2008 BUICK LACROSSE has received a total of 343 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (76 complaints), Air Bags (75 complaints), and Exterior Lighting (58 complaints).
Recalls for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE, potentially affecting up to 3,570,901 vehicles.
Recall 15V519000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 429,170 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
Consequence: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is...
View full details →Recall 14V355000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 3,141,731 vehicles affected
Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac...
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE
343 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 76 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 75 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 58 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 13 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingheadlights | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionrear | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bagsfrontal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptivemobility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steeringrack And Pinion | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Air bag light comes on is also intermitt some times stays on and someimes on only for a minute or two
On three occasions, when driving at night, both headlights suddenly went out. The next day the headlights were working normally. The dealer's service department could not find anything wrong. Later, we found out there was a "Safety Recall" (#14291),but it expired one year before our car developed the problem. We have contacted the dealership and Buick, neither one will help us. They expect us to pay for the replacement of the defective part (Headlamp Driver Module).
My vehicle has been parked for the better of about two years due to head lamp failure and engine shutting off without warning at any particular time. Steps were made to fix the issue but the problem continues still to this day.
My vehicle has been parked for the better of about two years due to head lamp failure and engine shutting off without warning at any particular time. Steps were made to fix the issue but the problem continues still to this day.
The contact owns a 2008 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the headlights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the headlamps had failed. The headlamps were replaced and the failure was remedied however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V519000 (Exterior Lighting). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 41,000.
Safety Rating for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE
General Motors, LLC has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
19NA219 — EQUIPMENT
This diagnostic tip provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
06-08-50-009I — AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
This informational bulletin provides Information on Passenger Presence Sensing System (PPS or PSS) Concerns with Custom Upholstery, Accessory Seat Heaters or Other Comfort Enhancing Devices
PIC-5992 — TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
CHEVROLET/BUICK/PONTIAC: WHEN TURNING, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) OR ANTI BRAKING SYSTEM LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2007-2015 IMPALA, GRAND PRIX, LACROSSE. *PE
120601009E — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information on High Feature V6 Timing Chain Kits and Chain Guide Replacements DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016, P0017, P0018 and/or P0019
PIP-4814A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BUICK/CHEVROLET/PONTIAC: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AND/OR BLUE EXHAUST SMOKE. ITS MORE APPARENT WHEN DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEED. RARE INSTANCES, A SES LIGHT AND ENGINE MISFIRE MAY BE ENCOUNTERED WITH A P0300 DTC. *PE UPDATED ON 06/16/2011. *KB
SB-08-06-04-041B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENERAL MOTORS: MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, HESITATION, REDUCED ENGINE POWER MESSAGE, DTCS P1125, P2101, P2120, P2125 OR P2138 SET (PERFORM REPAIR AS OUTLINED). *PE
SB-08-06-04-041B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
GENERAL MOTORS: MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, HESITATION, REDUCED ENGINE POWER MESSAGE, DTCS P1125, P2101, P2120, P2125 OR P2138 SET (PERFORM REPAIR AS OUTLINED). *PE
08-08-42-001 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
DIFFICULT TO READ DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC), RADIO AND HVAC CONTROL HEAD (REPROGRAM BCM). *NJ UPDATE 08/06/2008. *PE
07294 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SERVICE UPDATE FOR INVENTORY VEHICLES ONLY - #4 MAIN BEARING OIL FEED PASSAGE NOT DRILLED - EXPIRES APRIL 30, 2008. *NJ
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 BUICK LACROSSE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BUICK LACROSSE
- 2005 BUICK LACROSSE — 411 complaints
- 2006 BUICK LACROSSE — 383 complaints
- 2007 BUICK LACROSSE — 326 complaints
- 2008 BUICK LACROSSE (current)
- 2009 BUICK LACROSSE — 146 complaints
- 2010 BUICK LACROSSE — 275 complaints
- 2011 BUICK LACROSSE — 241 complaints
- 2012 BUICK LACROSSE — 297 complaints
- 2013 BUICK LACROSSE — 196 complaints
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