2010 Buick Lacrosse Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 9%of 189 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2010 Buick Lacrosse, 9% of the 189 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Over the two years, while driving, the service stabilitrak warning light comes on; the ABS & park assist lights flash on and off; my RPM, speedometer, & temperature gauges go haywire; and the engine loses power causing the car to jerk. This happens while the vehicle is in motion at various speeds. You never know when this will happen. I have been put in dangerous situations when this happens while driving including on side streets and major highways. The check engine light also comes on and stays on throughout the rest of my drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #11278264, filed 2019-11, 130,000 miles“On friday, july 1, 2016 I was traveling down a 2 lane road with my cruise control set when my car suffered a loss of power. The engine still was running, but apparently my transmission lost the ability to power the car. I was able to park on the shoulder of the road, and eventually, towed to my mechanics shop. Yesterday I was told the problem was a faulty transmission control and it will cost me $1060 to repair. I was also told that this is a common enough problem that Buick dealers keep the part in stock.. …”
NHTSA complaint #10882865, filed 2016-07, 67,500 miles“When I purchased this vehicle with the powertrain warranty still intact I had the check engine light come on several times. Took it to the dealer and they said it was nothing and had it reset. Over the past few years I have had it come on more frequently since then and now it has been on for over a year. With frustrating amounts of time spent to try to determine what the issue is I finally found out the timing chain and seals need to be replaced. One of the symptoms is that the oil in my car is not being distributed properly. …”
NHTSA complaint #10966220, filed 2017-03, 82,000 miles“The transmission does forceful jerking while going 30-35 MPH. Also was told that it was normal as GM designed the transmission this way. I find that hard to believe.”
NHTSA complaint #10588720, filed 2014-05, 61,300 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse. While driving at any speed, the vehicle stalled when the accelerator pedal was applied and in the process of acceleration. The issue recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10896688, filed 2016-08, 60,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010651Oct 10, 2024This service bulletin informs the technician of an alternate lift procedure that has been developed when the lift plate does not fit the top of the transmission case for 6T30…
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11009088Sep 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or…
- 11005311Jul 9, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation.
- 11001321May 16, 2024This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10250347Feb 2, 2024This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 | 25% |
| 2017 | 9 | 25% |
| 2016 | 7 | 15% |
| 2015 | 2 | 5% |
| 2014 | 4 | 6% |
| 2013 | 12 | 9% |
| 2012 | 24 | 12% |
| 2011 | 19 | 11% |
| 2010 | 17 | 9% |
| 2009 | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 | 5 | 2% |
| 2007 | 10 | 4% |
| 2006 | 7 | 2% |
| 2005 | 19 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2010 Buick Lacrosse
46 complaintsEngine
44 complaintsElectronic stability control
23 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsVehicle speed control
17 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Buick Lacrosse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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