2000 Buick Lesabre
This year had more than double the complaints 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 | 44 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 191 |
| 1993 | 196 |
| 1994 | 168 |
| 1995 | 178 |
| 1996 | 98 |
| 1997 | 394 |
| 1998 | 400 |
| 1999 | 209 |
| 2000 | 669 |
| 2001 | 328 |
| 2002 | 310 |
| 2003 | 164 |
| 2004 | 162 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
37% of complaints: visibility — 247 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and windshield.
CRASH FIRE13% of complaints: electrical system — 90 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and 12v/24v/48v battery.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I HAD PROBLEM WITH WINDOWS NOT ROLLING UP AND DOWN. AFTER I TOOK MY BUICK TO PEP BOYS 3325 124TH AVE NW COON RAPIDS MN ELECTRIC MECHANIC FOUND OUT THAT MY WINDOW POWER SWITCH IS DAMAGED AFTER RAIN STORM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180702
Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) and ENGINE
THERE WAS A CLICKING SOUND ON THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS COMING DOWN MY DRIVEWAY AND THEN IT STOPPED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150625
CONSUMER STATES WHILE THE CAR WAS RUNNING A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD. TS PRIOR TO FIRE VEHICLE LOST ELECTRIC POWER AND WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH FLASHED ON. AIR TEMP SENSOR, AIR INTAKE DUCT, INNER AND OUTER AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY REPLACED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030107
12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 82 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. FLAMES WERE SHOOTING OUT FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021204
8% of complaints: steering — 51 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tie rod assembly and rack and pinion.
CRASH7% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 45 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing delivery and fuel injection system.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO PEDAL ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT NUTS MAY BE LOOSE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER TO BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY NUTS AND TIGHTEN ALL FOUR (4) NUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Campaign 99V238000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS ARE LOOSE AND CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK AND ADJUST THE VEHICLE TOE-IN AND TIGHTEN THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Campaign 99V301000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.
Campaign 00V114000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE HEAD LAMP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE H
Remedy: AN INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS WILL BE PROVIDED TO OWNERS FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNERS SHOULD FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE IN THE INSERT FOR HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT, R
Campaign 99V355000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL T
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004.
Campaign 04V090000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Buick Lesabre — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (247 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (90 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (82 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V238000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V301000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V114000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V355000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V090000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Buick Lesabre reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Buick Lesabre is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Buick Lesabre?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Buick Lesabre have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.