1993 BUICK LESABRE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
264
Owner Complaints
14 Crashes 27 Fires
1
Recall
ACTIVE RECALL
0
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 1993 BUICK LESABRE
The 1993 BUICK LESABRE has received a total of 264 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (44 complaints), Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines (18 complaints), and Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (13 complaints).
Recalls for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE, potentially affecting up to 585,182 vehicles.
Recall 96V015000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
| 585,182 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.
Consequence: VEHICLE FIRES CAN OCCUR DUE TO THE SPILLAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE
264 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 44
4 Crashes
1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 18
7 Fires
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 13
9 Fires
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 11
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 11
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 11
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 10
1 Crash
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 6
Air Bags
Complaints: 5
2 Crashes
2 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 5
4 Crashes
3 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 5
1 Crash
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 4
4 Fires
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 4
1 Fire
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 4
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 4
Tires
Complaints: 4
1 Fire
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 3
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdifferential Proportional Valve
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 3
Structurebody
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 3
1 Crash
1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 2
1 Fire
1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 2
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Steering
Complaints: 2
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 2
Structure
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 2
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 2
Electrical System
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Batterycables
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1
1 Fire
Engine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1
1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Power Train
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
1 Fire
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdiscchamber
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
Complaints: 1
1 Crash
Suspension
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
1 Fire
Most Recent Complaints
DRIVING THE CAR NORMALLY, AND THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS, AND WITH IT, SO DOES THE POWER STEERING. VERY DANGEROUS, BUT I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO RESTART IN NEUTRAL, LUCKILY. WHY?? *TR
AS I DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD, IT DOESN'T MATTER AT WHAT SPEED, MY ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY DIE. THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO LURCHING NOR SPUTTERING, IT JUST DROPS DEAD. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I KNOW THERE IS POWER TO MY CAR BECAUSE THE LIGHTS AND RADIO SEEM UNAFFECTED. HOWEVER, MY ENGINE, POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES ALL DROP OUT. I HAVE TO STOP THE CAR FROM ROLLING, PUT IT INTO PARK AND RESTART IT TO CONTINUE. THERE IS NO PARTICULAR LENGTH OF TIME BETWEEN THESE STALLS. IT HAS HAPPENED ONE RIGHT AFTER THE OTHER OR HOURS APART I HAVE HAD THE COIL, PLUGS AND WIRES ALL CHANGED. ALL CONNECTIONS ARE GOOD AND BATTERY IS FINE.. I AM VERY FRIGHTENED THAT IS THIS HAPPENS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC IT MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *TT
AS I DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD, IT DOESN'T MATTER AT WHAT SPEED, MY ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY DIE. THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO LURCHING NOR SPUTTERING, IT JUST DROPS DEAD. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I KNOW THERE IS POWER TO MY CAR BECAUSE THE LIGHTS AND RADIO SEEM UNAFFECTED. HOWEVER, MY ENGINE, POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES ALL DROP OUT. I HAVE TO STOP THE CAR FROM ROLLING, PUT IT INTO PARK AND RESTART IT TO CONTINUE. THERE IS NO PARTICULAR LENGTH OF TIME BETWEEN THESE STALLS. IT HAS HAPPENED ONE RIGHT AFTER THE OTHER OR HOURS APART I HAVE HAD THE COIL, PLUGS AND WIRES ALL CHANGED. ALL CONNECTIONS ARE GOOD AND BATTERY IS FINE.. I AM VERY FRIGHTENED THAT IS THIS HAPPENS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC IT MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *TT
AS I DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD, IT DOESN'T MATTER AT WHAT SPEED, MY ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY DIE. THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO LURCHING NOR SPUTTERING, IT JUST DROPS DEAD. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I KNOW THERE IS POWER TO MY CAR BECAUSE THE LIGHTS AND RADIO SEEM UNAFFECTED. HOWEVER, MY ENGINE, POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES ALL DROP OUT. I HAVE TO STOP THE CAR FROM ROLLING, PUT IT INTO PARK AND RESTART IT TO CONTINUE. THERE IS NO PARTICULAR LENGTH OF TIME BETWEEN THESE STALLS. IT HAS HAPPENED ONE RIGHT AFTER THE OTHER OR HOURS APART I HAVE HAD THE COIL, PLUGS AND WIRES ALL CHANGED. ALL CONNECTIONS ARE GOOD AND BATTERY IS FINE.. I AM VERY FRIGHTENED THAT IS THIS HAPPENS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC IT MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *TT
I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 3 1/2 YRS NOW AND THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I HAVE HAD THIS TYPE OF BRAKE FAILURE. THE BRAKES WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND THE CAR SLED, I WAS TRYING TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP TO MAKE A TURN. THE ABS LITE HAS BEEN ON THE CAR ALMOST EVER SINCE I BOUGHT IT.
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Safety Rating for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1993 BUICK LESABRE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 1993 BUICK LESABRE
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1993 BUICK LESABRE.
Other Model Years of the BUICK LESABRE
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