2005 Buick Lacrosse Suspension Problems

“Premature corrosion caused rear strut to fall off and cut driver's side rear tire. Replaced 1 tire, rear struts, rear springs and rear sway bar links. Mechanic said this failure was unusual. I was very lucky that this did not cause an accident. The repairs cost $917.46. This expense was completely unexpected. I wash winter salt off of the car regularly. Parts, design, or both are flawed.”

“Front end of car has a slight shimmy,and tires will thump at all speeds. Dealer did a force balance,did not help. I had a four wheel alignment done.that helped about 85 percent of the problem but still has a slight shimmy. I don't know about the rotors or rims.tires are new. New wheel bearings installed.”

“Broken stabilizer bar, sway bar links and bushings were replaced.several days later there was leakage under the drivers side of car. After checking fluids all seemed in order. But leakage continued until I assume fluid was low or out. Now I notice a steering wheel squeal whenever I turn the steering wheel, regardless of low or high speed. I understand power steering is still a problem. When will there be a recall?”

“A creaking sound was noticed usually when turning the steering wheel or in a constant state turn mostly at speeds below 40 MPH. Car was taken to a GM (Buick ) dealer garage and it was diagnosed as the rack and pinion. Dealer recommended replacing the rack and pinion, tie rods, power steering pump and hose and also recommended replacing the struts. …”

“The contacts owns a 2005 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormal noise heard as the contact drove over a bump. The contact noticed that the sway bar that was attached to the wheel was corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified about the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. The VIN was not available.”