10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 1
Average Mileage:
46,052 miles

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problem #49

Jun 092014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • miles
2006 Buick Lucerne while driving there was a jarring event that occurred immediately affecting the engine power and power steering. The ignition, power steering hose and air bag module and oxygen sensor were replaced.

- Worth, IL, USA

problem #48

Dec 092014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to repair the vehicle. The dealer was unable to inform when the part would become available. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 1/21/15 updated 01/27/15

- Greenwell Springs, LA, USA

problem #47

Dec 012014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • miles
2006 Buick Lucerne. Ignition switch safety recall for key ring.

- Ocala, FL, USA

problem #46

Nov 282014

Lucerne

  • 51,977 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. After removing the key from the ignition switch, the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact stated that excessive force was required in order to turn and remove the key. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,977.

- Steilacoom, WA, USA

problem #45

Nov 112014

Lucerne

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. While driving approximately 30 mph, the engine stalled and all lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician advised to the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer since the failure was related to a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000.

- Copiague, NY, USA

problem #44

Nov 112014

Lucerne

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled, the steering wheel seized and the brakes failed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 14V355000 (electrical system). However, the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

- Copiague, NY, USA

problem #43

Nov 052014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • miles
I am writing in regards to the GM recall #14299. Ignition issue. We received a letter from Buick/GM the end of September. I called the local Buick GMC dealer to set up an appt to get it fixed, and she said I would have to call back in 2-3 weeks because the parts were backordered. Last week on the national news GM was complaining because people weren't getting this problem taken care of and they wanted to offer gift cards. I called the local dealer again and now the parts are in but they are booked until December 15 of this year because now everyone wants to get their vehicles fixed. So I have to go a little over another month before I can get this fixed? not real happy about how this was handled. If there's a recall, the manufacturer should have the parts in stock before a letter is sent out telling up to get our vehicle fixed right away.

- Fargo, ND, USA

problem #42

Sep 182014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • 93,500 miles
I lost engine power as I was driving on I75 approximately 16 miles South of venice Florida. One of the tires exploded and the whole wiring system was destroyed due to the tire explosion, as well as the back bumper. My vehicle was towed to the Buick dealer in venice Florida. Repair costs including towing and rental car for the period my vehicle was being repaired elevated to approximately $1600. This does not include replacement of the back bumper which would cost an additional $1400 per Buick's quote. I was informed of a recall by Buick due to the exact reasons that led to my accident and related costs. General Motors is declining responsibility whereas I did experience the problems listed in the reasons for recall number 14299.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

problem #41

Oct 152014

Lucerne

  • 101,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic sign, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after shifting into park. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). However, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

- Rialto, CA, USA

problem #40

Oct 182014

Lucerne

  • 115,000 miles
In father's car. Doors locked, but rear door was ajar. Closed the door and then it wouldn't unlock for several days despite manual, electronic, and other attempts.

- Sylvania, OH, USA

problem #39

Sep 272011

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • 81,977 miles
Control module failed as I entered the driveway, into my garage. The key could not be removed. Directional control was lost and the engine would not turn off. The battery had to be disconnected to turn off the engine. The key switch failed once before, when the tumbler within the ignition switch stuck open when the key was removed; but the ignition circuit remained open. Consequently, the battery went dead. Buick service diagnosed the failed switch, and determined the switch tumbler had stuck in the on position. The problem was corrected by lubricating the key switch internally...updated 10/22/14

- Laverkin, UT, USA

problem #38

Oct 092014

Lucerne

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign: 14V355000 (electrical system). However, the parts needed were unavailable. The dealer was uncertain when the parts would become available to service the vehicle under the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.

- West Lafayette, OH, USA

problem #37

Oct 022014

Lucerne

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Granada Hills , CA, USA

problem #36

Oct 012014

Lucerne

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the part needed to remedy the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- West Haverstraw, NY, USA

problem #35

Oct 012014

Lucerne

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). However, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Greenville, TX, USA

problem #34

Sep 012014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • miles
2006 Buick Lucerne. Attorney representing consumer writes in regards to unsatisfactory customer service at dealership and accident caused by defect stated in recall notice. According to the recall letter, the parts were not available. The letter did not go into specifics about the accident.

- Corbin, KY, USA

problem #33

Sep 012014

Lucerne 6-cyl

  • miles
2006 Buick Lucerne. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice 14299 issues.

- Camdenton, MO, USA

problem #32

Jul 142014

Lucerne

  • 12,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart after numerous attempts. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system); however, the parts needed for the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000.

- Shillington, PA, USA

problem #31

Aug 042014

Lucerne

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Ball, LA, USA

problem #30

Feb 072014

Lucerne

  • 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lucerne. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact almost lost control of the vehicle. In addition, the entire instrument panel was illuminated. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The contact was aware of NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact was driving with only a single key in the ignition, as recommended, until the parts became available; however, the failure recurred. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

- Oswega, IL, USA

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