2005 Buick Lacrosse Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 2%of 315 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 111,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2005 Buick Lacrosse, 2% of the 315 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 111,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While running vehicle ignition switch went off and car was left without power steering and no motor power. I have to make a complete stop in order to start the car again. It all happens after getting my car to gmc campaign 14299.”
NHTSA complaint #10731903, filed 2015-07, 188,700 miles“My car shuts down while driving. My dash will display service traction control system, reduced power, starting disable I must pull off the road; car shuts down, now it has trouble restarting after this occurs. My computer doesn't retain the codes for this issue. My dealer mechanic & personal mechanic cannot find the problem. Have spent $1000 within the past 2 months on this. Still not fixed. Dangerous to drive this car. Occurs intermittently; no pattern. I am paying for a car I cannot drive. Very upsetting. Please help.”
NHTSA complaint #10914847, filed 2016-10, 115,000 miles“The vehicle was being driven at night when suddenly the headlights went out causing the driver to leave the road as he was going thru a turn at the time. Luckily no one was injured and the car only suffered minor damage. It had to be pulled out of the ditch. After the car was driven home less than a mile away, I opened the hood and saw that the fuse box had caught on fire and a portion melted. This also damaged the wiring connected to the fuse box. I am not sure what other components have failed as a result because the vehicle has not been operable since. …”
NHTSA complaint #10743487, filed 2015-07, 69,761 miles“The drivers door fails to unlock with car in park and ignition off. An internet search indicates this is a common issue with this vehicle. This issue is not addressed by GM.”
NHTSA complaint #10716774, filed 2015-05, 111,000 miles“The vehicle had a hesitation upon acceleration between 40 and 60 MPH. Also noise was coming from the engine. Especially on a cold start. Brakes were pulsating.”
NHTSA complaint #10152812, filed 2006-03, 3,868 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11019074May 30, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and…
- 11019073May 30, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and…
- 11019072May 30, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and…
- 11014455Feb 20, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
- 11011782Dec 7, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads…
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- 11007743Sep 12, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | 43% |
| 2018 | 1 | 8% |
| 2017 | 3 | 8% |
| 2016 | 4 | 8% |
| 2015 | 4 | 9% |
| 2014 | 9 | 14% |
| 2013 | 9 | 7% |
| 2012 | 19 | 9% |
| 2011 | 13 | 8% |
| 2010 | 13 | 7% |
| 2009 | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 | 14 | 6% |
| 2007 | 6 | 2% |
| 2006 | 6 | 2% |
| 2005 | 7 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2005 Buick Lacrosse
82 complaintsElectrical system
80 complaintsSteering
51 complaintsAir bags
34 complaintsBrakes
34 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsBody and structure
16 complaintsSuspension
13 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsFuel system
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Buick Lacrosse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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