2009 Buick Lucerne
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 |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 330 |
| 2007 | 164 |
| 2008 | 218 |
| 2009 | 128 |
| 2010 | 54 |
| 2011 | 49 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
52% of complaints: electrical system — 66 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Fuel Pump relay fuse is getting burnt up and not allowing car to start. This is a known problem and Nhtsa has already made a recall but mine isnât recalled. You would think since mine is a 2008-2011 Buick Lucerne it would be able to get fixed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240122
28% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 36 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190311
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A BURNING FUEL ODOR WAS DETECTED FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181106
Fuel Pump relay fuse is getting burnt up and not allowing car to start. This is a known problem and Nhtsa has already made a recall but mine isnât recalled. You would think since mine is a 2008-2011 Buick Lucerne it would be able to get fixed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240122
6% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.
FIRE5% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY5% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190311
SAFETY TIMELINE
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE E
Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEE
Campaign 10V240000 — check if this car was fixed
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014.
Campaign 14V355000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Buick Lucerne — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (66 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V240000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V355000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2009 Buick Lucerne reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Buick Lucerne is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Buick Lucerne?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Buick Lucerne have?
2 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.