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2017 Buick LaCrosse. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,345 and 20,200 miles. Median 15,000, from 11 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 35% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 35% |
| Engine | 12% |
| Speed control | 12% |
| Wipers & visibility | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
17V267000 Apr 2017 Suspension / Rear
Defect. General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.
Risk. If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.
17V116000 Feb 2017 Steering / Electric Power Assist System
Defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
Risk. A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.
Manufacturer communications 1204
Buick filed 1204 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buick LaCrosse 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Buick LaCrosse 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 21 / 31 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 20 / 29 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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