2000 Buick Lesabre Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 3%of 669 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2000 Buick Lesabre, 3% of the 669 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,000 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.
“Pulling back the smart stick to change head beams from lo to hi requires effort that many not be enough so ... The hi beam becomes a passing hi beam. Once achieved to hi beam and released, a second pull back of the smart stick and releasing may turn off both hi & lo beams altogether! So pull back the 'smart stick' a second time and release. Always works the second attempt.”
NHTSA complaint #10216784, filed 2008-02, 69,399 miles“When I use the dimmer switch on my headlights to switch from low beam to high beam all of my headlights go out and it is completely dark. When I switch back to low beam the lights come back on. This happens at various times and not everytime I try to use the high beams. Sometimes they actually work.”
NHTSA complaint #10098741, filed 2004-11“I had to change the burned out bulb in the left rear tail light/turn indicator. The socket was so charred and melted that I had to purchase a complete new socket. I am concerned as to why this socket got so hot! I have not looked at the right side. I have possession of the burned part.”
NHTSA complaint #10010877, filed 2003-03“Drivers side rear signal light blown, socket burnt/discolored and plastic piece that socket twist into is melted by the heat of the socket. Passenger side signal light not blown but socket shows signs of overheating and discoloration possibly burnt.”
NHTSA complaint #762334, filed 2002-05“The front right bulb socket was so corroded it caused the bulb to stop working. The right rear tail light stopped working. The consumer smelled anti-freeze after the recall for the intake manifold was completed.”
NHTSA complaint #10065463, filed 2004-04Related recalls
- 99V355000Dec 17, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated…Covers: Buick Lesabre 2000
Related service bulletins
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 4 | 5% |
| 2004 | 8 | 5% |
| 2003 | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 7 | 2% |
| 2000 | 17 | 3% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1998 | 3 | 1% |
| 1997 | 8 | 2% |
| 1996 | 3 | 3% |
| 1995 | 9 | 5% |
| 1994 | 2 | 1% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
| 1991 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2000 Buick Lesabre
249 complaintsElectrical system
87 complaintsEngine cooling
78 complaintsFuel system
60 complaintsSteering
47 complaintsBrakes
44 complaintsTires
36 complaintsAir bags
31 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaintsVehicle speed control
25 complaintsSuspension
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
24 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Buick Lesabre
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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