2006 Buick Lacrosse Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 4%of 299 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the suspension of the 2006 Buick Lacrosse, 4% of the 299 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“The stabilizer bar broke and the drivers side wheel had 2 lug bolts break and all the lothers lug nuts spun off. Thank the lord that the wheel did not come off. I called the Buick dealership and they want $259.00 for the stabilizer bar that's if I diy the stabilizer bar. Why if you know about this problem. Have you not done anything to fix this problem? This differently a safety issue,”
NHTSA complaint #11342955, filed 2020-08, 130,675 miles“A certified mechanic inspected my 2006 Buick Lacrosse lx. He said that complete tie rod assembly was worn out , and needed to be replaced. This should not be happening with a vehicle with 80,000 miles on it!”
NHTSA complaint #10361001, filed 2010-10, 81,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, who discovered that the front stabilizer bar had cracked on each end where the bolts were located. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,890.”
NHTSA complaint #10693607, filed 2015-03, 36,890 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while examining the vehicle, he noticed that the sway bar was fractured. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10447725, filed 2012-02, 60,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for maintenance, it was diagnosed that the front end sway bar was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000. Updated 11/19/15 the consumer stated six (6) phone calls were made to the dealer who advised there was no resolution. Updated 2/3/2016 updated 11/14/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10733665, filed 2015-07, 74,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 14% |
| 2017 | 4 | 11% |
| 2016 | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 | 2 | 3% |
| 2013 | 27 | 21% |
| 2012 | 31 | 15% |
| 2011 | 27 | 16% |
| 2010 | 14 | 7% |
| 2008 | 5 | 2% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 11 | 4% |
| 2005 | 13 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2006 Buick Lacrosse
156 complaintsElectrical system
83 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 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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