2013 Buick Lacrosse Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 130 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2013 Buick Lacrosse, 3% of the 130 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50 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.
“The defrosters never worked properly. It seems moisture is being brought in from outside and fogging up the windshield. The vehicles poor defrosters became a safety issue when driving thru the last snow storm. Visibility was extremely poor. I had to lean over and peak thru the bottom of the windshield near the bottom to get minimal sight. Like I said, it was always an issue, but when you really need defrosters, you don't have any.”
NHTSA complaint #11152376, filed 2018-11, 25 miles“Was at a stop light getting ready to pull off car lost all power including radio, was almost rear ended. I was on a city street. Also no matter what type of windshield wiper I have put on this car. They don't seem to keep the windshield clear.”
NHTSA complaint #10992963, filed 2017-06, 40,000 miles“Inside we went to discuss terms. Salesman this vehicle is a cbg/cpo, 2 warranties, it's like buying a new car! He insisted you won't be able to find a Lacrosse touring, and with these warranties we guarantee this vehicle.one owner,no accidents. Finance manager wasn't professional! My car wasn't detailed, & had some minor chip's! Salesman said, bring it back. Sunday 3/19/2017, I'm reading over my contract only to find out 1st payment due next day. Then go look over the car like salesman said to see what needs to be done. …”
NHTSA complaint #11063100, filed 2018-01“The contact owns a 2013 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side power windows would continue to close after the power switch was no longer being engaged. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50. The current mileage was 4,800. ..updated 07-05-13 updated 07/12/2013”
NHTSA complaint #10513394, filed 2013-05, 50 milesRelated 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…
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 2013 Buick Lacrosse
55 complaintsEngine
31 complaintsSuspension
27 complaintsSteering
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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