2011 Buick Lacrosse Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 169 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 840miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the equipment of the 2011 Buick Lacrosse, 2% of the 169 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 840 miles.
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.
“Moonroof front glass of my 2011 Buick Lacrosse exploded outward while traveling 60 MPH on interstate. Sounded like a gun going off. Climate control was on auto .”
NHTSA complaint #10379441, filed 2011-01, 1,630 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that after exiting his vehicle and coming back a few moments later, he noticed that the trunk was open. The contact believed the trunk released on the remote key was very sensitive and released the trunk while he was away. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised him that they would look into the matter. Also, the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they advised him that they would order two new remotes. The failure mileage was approximately 50. …”
NHTSA complaint #10486210, filed 2012-11, 50 miles“2011 Buick Lacrosse. Consumer states problems with keyless push button start feature system the consumer stated the manual described the method to move the transmission lever from park to neutral without starting the engine, for the purpose of towing the vehicle or moving it without starting the engine if the battery was dead or the engine will not start for any other reason. The manual stated to set the parking brake which can not be done if the battery is dead because the parking brake is electrically operated. …”
NHTSA complaint #10374592, filed 2011-01“2011 Buick Lacrosse. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle integrated flip key system. The consumer stated he noticed a problem while driving his mother's vehicle. In order to activate the ignition, the driver must extend the Buick integrated flip key. After the flip key was inserted into the ignition, the driver must turn the Buick integrated flip key device to start the vehicle. During the process, the driver often inadvertently placed pressure with his or her thumb or index finger on the trunk latch disengagement switch. The switch disengaged the trunk security latch. …”
NHTSA complaint #10578744, filed 2014-04Related service bulletins
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- 10252774Mar 26, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10252126Mar 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
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- 10249590Jan 16, 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
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- 10247552Dec 12, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
Equipment: other model years
Other parts of the 2011 Buick Lacrosse
32 complaintsEngine
30 complaintsSuspension
27 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsBrakes
18 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsElectronic stability control
9 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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