2011 Buick Lacrosse Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 23about this part
- Share
- 14%of 169 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,850miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 23 complaints about the visibility of the 2011 Buick Lacrosse, 14% of the 169 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,850 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Ii cannot control the defroster or fan control. The VIN. No. Says this was on recall . But the Buick dealer in my area said it no a recall on 2011 Buick Lacrosse. They want a hundred dollars to correct this problem . Sometimes this work and other with no luck. Isome times have to wait up to 20 to 30 minute before I can the defrost the windshield so I drive !!!!!!!!”
NHTSA complaint #11377872, filed 2020-12, 72,700 miles“Sunroof exploded outward going 70mph on interstate. No cars around me no birds or other things. Road perfectly smooth straight direction of travel. No bad weather and all windows raised at the time. Scared me to death. Everything was normal up until the time it exploded. I thought it was a bullet at first.”
NHTSA complaint #11091005, filed 2018-04, 85,000 miles“Windows will not defog AC barely runs took it in to a shop to get a recharge but still nothing. My seat rocks back and forth like a rocking chair on driver side. I also have pictures and videos but don't know how send copy paste the link to you...”
NHTSA complaint #11220495, filed 2019-06, 130,000 miles“Driver cannot see road which windshield stays fogged up when driving and will not defog this is a danger for it could cause it LED to crashes windshield and back window remains fogged up which is very dangerous when driving in traffic I was just made aware that there is a recall on this and need this taken care of asap thanks”
NHTSA complaint #11363324, filed 2020-10, 1 miles“Defroster,heat,A/C,fan speed,recirc, heat/cool seats functions failed (stopped working completly) while driving in a snow storm on january 12, 2016 on highway us 131 to traverse city, mi. Found recall information NHTSA # 11v149000. Brought to dealer. Dealer said not coverred under recal due to VIN #, and owner cost of $400 + to repair. Contacted Buick customer care. Spoke with asia and leslie on 1/15/16, who said GM could not help. …”
NHTSA complaint #10820408, filed 2016-01, 111,200 milesRelated recalls
- 11V149000Mar 4, 2011General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 buick lacrosse and cadillac srx vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor…Covers: Buick Lacrosse 2011, Cadillac SRX 2011
Related service bulletins
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11006511Jul 31, 2024This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
- 10247780Sep 26, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10232283Feb 17, 2023This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
- 10230697Dec 15, 2022This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 3% |
| 2016 | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 | 2 | 3% |
| 2013 | 4 | 3% |
| 2012 | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 | 23 | 14% |
| 2010 | 12 | 6% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 8 | 3% |
| 2006 | 7 | 2% |
| 2005 | 9 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2011 Buick Lacrosse
32 complaintsEngine
30 complaintsSuspension
27 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 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Buick Lacrosse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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