2013 Buick Lacrosse
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 314 |
| 2006 | 299 |
| 2007 | 249 |
| 2008 | 250 |
| 2009 | 106 |
| 2010 | 189 |
| 2011 | 168 |
| 2012 | 201 |
| 2013 | 127 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 46 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
39% of complaints: electrical system — 49 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AS THE BATTERY WARNING LIGHT WOULD FLASH ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210211
4/6/2013 MY 2013 BUICK LACROSSE 4 CYLINDER MODEL WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. AT 9PM MY HUSBAND WENT OUTSIDE TO GET SOMETHING FROM THE CAR AND SAW THE CAR ON FIRE WITH FLAMES COMING FROM THE BACK END REAR BUMPER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130506
My breaks keep injecting off my 2013 Buick Lacrosse while driving, ruining my break calipers. Have gotten fixed 3 times. Car is currently not able to drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230912
24% of complaints: engine — 30 distinct reports on file.
21% of complaints: suspension — 27 distinct reports on file.
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ON SATURDAY, APRIL 7,2013 MY WIFE PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AT A CONDO IN MARCO IS.FL. SHE WAS DRIVING OUR 2013 BUICK LACROSSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130409
19% of complaints: steering — 24 distinct reports on file.
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I lost all steering control and lost control
NHTSA ODI report, 20250729
9% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick LaCrosse vehicles, manufactured between April 25, 2012, through March 6, 2013, and model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles, manufactured be
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2013. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. Buick owners may call 1
Campaign 13V097000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a conditio
Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign nu
Campaign 13V173000 — check if this car was fixed
Generator Control Module Fires
Sands Chevrolet/Hybrid System Fire/Stall
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
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland,...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022.
Campaign 21V633000 — check if this car was fixed
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
2013 Buick Lacrosse — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (49 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V097000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V173000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V764000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V633000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V00F000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Buick Lacrosse reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Buick Lacrosse is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Buick Lacrosse?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Buick Lacrosse have?
5 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.