Is the 2014 Buick Lacrosse reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Buick Lacrosse is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Buick Lacrosse?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Buick Lacrosse have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Buick Lacrosse

▲ Better than typical

2014 Buick Lacrosse
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This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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: 63
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2014: 63 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2005	315
2006	299
2007	250
2008	251
2009	106
2010	189
2011	169
2012	206
2013	130
2014	63
2015	44
2016	48
2017	36
2018	12
2019	7

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

22% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and instrument cluster/panel.

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The contact owns a 2014 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that after the vehicle was turned off, residual electrical power activated in the vehicle. The power windows and sunroof remained operational, and the instrument panel remained activated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-09

I got locked in the car and couldn't get out for about 4 minutes. I had the key with me, it wouldn't start or unlock the doors or roll down the windows.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-16

Steering

19% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion.

Air bags

13% · 8 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Was in a accident 2/16 speed limit 40 driving on city street. Car in front of me stopped in middle of the rd and started backing up tried to avoid collision and still had impact.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-19

Also filed under Service brakes

Rear ended in an accident & my air bags did not deploy

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-08

Service brakes

10% · 6 reports

CRASHINJURY

Electronic stability control (esc)

8% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2014-04-10Power train14V092000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.

Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014.

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2014-06-23Service brakes, hydraulic14V240000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Lacrosse vehicles manufactured January 29, 2014, through March 31, 2014 and 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured February 7, 2014, through March 31, 2014, and equipped with 17...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake rotors, and install the correct rotors with new brake pads, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2014.

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2014-08-01Electrical system14V317000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick LaCrosse vehicles manufactured April 30, 2013, to September 1, 2013.

Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will inspect the driver door window motor harness, and replace the electrical splice, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 2014. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300.

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2016-10-13Air bags, seat belts16V651000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016.

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2017-08-04Air bags, seat belts17V437000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Buick Lacrosse — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 12 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V092000 · Power train
Recall 14V240000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 14V317000 · Electrical system
Recall 16V651000 · Air bags, seat belts
Recall 17V437000 · Air bags, seat belts

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Buick Lacrosse reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Buick Lacrosse is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Buick Lacrosse?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Buick Lacrosse have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.