2014 Buick Lacrosse Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 19%of 63 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,531miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the steering of the 2014 Buick Lacrosse, 19% of the 63 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,531 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.
“While driving to work going approximately 55mph in my 2014 Buick Lacrosse I lost all power steering. The stabilatrac indicator came along with a service ABS brake light. I was not able to set cruise control as well. I was able to make it to work and had to have the vehicle towed for safety reasons.”
NHTSA complaint #11324923, filed 2020-05, 110,000 miles“My wife was driving our 2014 Buick Lacrosse on the interstate at ~65 MPH when the electrical power steering suddenly quit working- almost causing her to crash. A service power steering and service stabilitrak message is now displayed in the information center. A ABS and traction control light is also now on.”
NHTSA complaint #10979820, filed 2017-04, 130,000 miles“I was on the highway on the interior lane at 75 MPH when all the sudden I got a audible and visual alarm indicating steering failure. I then got the same for stabiltrak failure. The steering assist was obviously gone immediately and the car started floating back and forth. I had my wife and 92 year old mother-in -law with me and it was misting heavily so I carefully continued to drive at a reduced speed. I took the car in and they said the steering was not getting electricity. Also, they said the passenger side rear wheel sensor went out which caused the back and forth motion. …”
NHTSA complaint #11291501, filed 2019-12, 42,500 miles“Steering became stiff while driving and locked up once the car was parked. Could have locked while I was on the road. There was a message power steering issue - contact service or similar that appeared after the steering became stiff and before it locked up. The car is currently parked and waiting to be towed to a dealership for repair. 2014 Buick LaCrosse with 67,000 +/- miles and my last Buick purchase.”
NHTSA complaint #11470227, filed 2022-06“Our steering went out on Interstate 65 while traveling about 70 miles per hour. We were near an exit and I was able to pump my brakes and get off without causing an accident that could have caused a multiple pile-up, injuries and potential deaths. The problem was diagnosed and repaired by a GM Dealership. The car was towed directly for repair—no manufacturer (other than GM repair), police or insurance representative was involved. A message saying “Power steering assist needs service” appeared on the dash 5 to 8 seconds before the steering went out.”
NHTSA complaint #11427848, filed 2021-08Related service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017868Apr 11, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low…
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 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…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 3% |
| 2016 | 12 | 25% |
| 2015 | 12 | 27% |
| 2014 | 12 | 19% |
| 2013 | 24 | 18% |
| 2012 | 24 | 12% |
| 2011 | 12 | 7% |
| 2010 | 17 | 9% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 14 | 6% |
| 2007 | 22 | 9% |
| 2006 | 26 | 9% |
| 2005 | 51 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2014 Buick Lacrosse
14 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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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