MYRModel Year Report

2006 Buick Lacrosse

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2006 Buick Lacrosse
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Lacrosse Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2005: 314 complaints 2005 2006: 299 complaints 2006 2007: 249 complaints 2007 2008: 250 complaints 2009: 106 complaints 2009 2010: 189 complaints 2011: 168 complaints 2011 2012: 201 complaints 2013: 127 complaints 2013 2014: 62 complaints 2015: 44 complaints 2015 2016: 46 complaints 2017: 34 complaints 2017 2018: 12 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2019
2006: 299 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005314
2006299
2007249
2008250
2009106
2010189
2011168
2012201
2013127
201462
201544
201646
201734
201812
20196

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 49%

49% of complaints: exterior lighting — 146 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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LIGHTS KEEP GOING OFF AND ON AND AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS

NHTSA ODI report, 20180718

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD LIGHTS FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE RELAY SWITCH BURNED OUT THE PANEL BOX.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130718

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26%

26% of complaints: electrical system — 78 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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DRIVING AT 45MPH, SMELLED SMOKE FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE DRIVING TIME, THE ENGINE AND ALL POWER CUT OFF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131216

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD LIGHTS FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE RELAY SWITCH BURNED OUT THE PANEL BOX.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130718

AIR BAGS 9%

9% of complaints: air bags — 28 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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Vehicle rear-ended at high rate of speed. Impact included rollover. Driver was buckled but seatbelt and/or seat failure and no air bag deployment for either occupant. Serious bodily injury occurred.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260120

LIGHTS KEEP GOING OFF AND ON AND AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS

NHTSA ODI report, 20180718

STEERING 8%

8% of complaints: steering — 23 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
SUSPENSION 3%

3% of complaints: suspension — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2006 — complaint volume: 299
R 20061106 — air bags

CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED.

Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED I

Campaign 06V417000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090223 — steering

DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEM

Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT D

Campaign 09E005000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20140923 — electrical system

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.

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.

Campaign 14V355000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160517 — exterior lighting

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...

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.

Campaign 15V519000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Buick Lacrosse — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (146 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (78 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (28 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V417000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E005000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V355000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V519000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2017 ▲ 2015 ▲ 2016

WORST YEARS

■ 2005 ◆ 2007 ◆ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Buick Lacrosse reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Buick Lacrosse is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Buick Lacrosse?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Buick Lacrosse have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.