1995 Buick Lesabre
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 |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 40 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 46 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 189 |
| 1993 | 194 |
| 1994 | 158 |
| 1995 | 178 |
| 1996 | 98 |
| 1997 | 394 |
| 1998 | 400 |
| 1999 | 209 |
| 2000 | 668 |
| 2001 | 328 |
| 2002 | 309 |
| 2003 | 164 |
| 2004 | 162 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: air bags — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AT 10:15 PM JUNE 21 2012 MYSELF THE DRIVER AND MY NEPHEW 12 YEARS IN AGE GOT DONE EATING AT RESTAURANT GOT IN THE 95 BUICK LESABRE ENTERED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION DID NOT TURN THE KEY OVER JUST PUT IT IN THE IGNITION SAT THERE FOR ABOUT A MINUTE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20120624
10% of complaints: air bags — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
1995 BUICK LESABRE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *TS THE CONSUMERS WIFE WAS INJURED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT TO CAUSE THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. *JB *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20060117
UNEXPLAINED AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT IN MY 1995 BUICK LASABRE .THIS MAY NOT BE THE EXACT DAY THE INCIDENT HAPPENED BUT CLOSE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040504
6% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY4% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: seats — 8 distinct reports on file.
INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP LENS HAS AN INCORRECT AIM PAD NUMBER ON THE LENS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP ON VEHICLES WITH THE CORRECT OUTBOARD LOWER PAD NUMBER.
Campaign 95V158000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Buick Lesabre — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V158000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Buick Lesabre reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Buick Lesabre is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Buick Lesabre?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Buick Lesabre have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.