MYRModel Year Report

2010 Buick Lacrosse

● Typical for this model
2010 Buick Lacrosse
RENDERED 2026-09-16T18:32:42.550Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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, 2010 highlighted. 2005: 315 complaints 2005 2006: 299 complaints 2007: 250 complaints 2007 2008: 250 complaints 2009: 106 complaints 2009 2010: 189 complaints 2010 2011: 169 complaints 2011 2012: 205 complaints 2013: 129 complaints 2013 2014: 63 complaints 2015: 44 complaints 2015 2016: 48 complaints 2017: 34 complaints 2017 2018: 12 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2019
2010: 189 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005315
2006299
2007250
2008250
2009106
2010189
2011169
2012205
2013129
201463
201544
201648
201734
201812
20196

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 46 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and alternator/generator/regulator.

CRASH FIRE
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I MOVED MY CAR OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY SO MY NEIGHBOR COULD PLOW OUR DRIVEWAY. HE SAID HE SMELLED SOMETHING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140215

Also filed under ENGINE

The car continues to have serious engine issues. I keep getting a service Stability track and Engine Power Reduced warning. It has happened to me on the expressway and the car will not accelerate past 20 miles per hour.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240205

I have known issues w/my 2010 Buick lacrosse CXL ABS light on

NHTSA ODI report, 20231024

Also filed under EXTERIOR LIGHTING

ENGINE 23%

23% of complaints: engine — 44 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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SOLD A LEMON CAR BY DRIVETIME FINANCED THROUGH BRIDGECREST FINANCIAL LLC I PURCHASED THE CAR 12/22/2016 AND HAVE BEEN REPORTING PROBLEMS SINCE I DROVE OFF THE LOT. I LIVE BEYOND 300 MILES OF THE LOCATION WHERE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE

NHTSA ODI report, 20171126

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MOMENTS AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, THE FRONT END CAUGHT ON FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120625

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 12%

12% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 23 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pump.

CRASH INJURY
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LOST STEERING ON MY 2007 BUICK LACROSSE ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE TAKEN A SHARP TURN THE STEERING WOULD NOT TURN WHICH RESULTED IN A HIGH SPEED CRASH. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20101122

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210819 — suspension

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine,...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021.

Campaign 20V764000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20220127 — suspension

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine,...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022.

Campaign 21V00F000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Buick Lacrosse — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (46 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (44 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20V764000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V00F000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Buick Lacrosse reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Buick Lacrosse is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Buick Lacrosse?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Buick Lacrosse have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.