2019 Buick Lacrosse
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 7 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
3 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
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When accelerating to get on to highway pushing on pedal but nothing happens, have to get pushing up and down until it goes. Has done this four time's and dealer says Buick has no fix for it. Have almost got rear ended twice.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-30
The contact owns a 2019 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that the engine fan failed to shut off after turning off the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-12
Also filed under Electrical system
Occasionally there is a loud sound in the cabin of water sloshing back and fourth under the dashboard. Some days it will happen when the engine starts. Other times, it is after driving several miles. Sometimes it happens a few days in a row.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-28
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Electronic struts have been discontinued but not replaced with better struts leaving me to drive with worn, unsafe struts.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-10
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Electrical system
1 of 7 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-10-11Service brakes, hydraulic18V576000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018.
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2020-12-15Power train20V668000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020.
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Buick Lacrosse — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V576000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 20V668000 · Power train
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2019 Buick Lacrosse reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Buick Lacrosse?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Buick Lacrosse have?
- 2 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.