2008 Buick Lucerne Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 62about this part
- Share
- 28%of 218 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,506miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 62 complaints about the fuel system of the 2008 Buick Lucerne, 28% of the 218 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,506 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 11 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Lost power while driving 65 MPH on highway which caused power steering and brakes to become hard to use. I took it to mechanic and found that the fuel pump relay had over heated causing the fuel pump to stop. I looked on recalls on the internet and saw where this has become a common problem with these cars and that general motors refuses to issue a recall. This is a very danervous condition and needs to be corrected.”
NHTSA complaint #10958322, filed 2017-03, 130,000 miles“In the last month and a half my 2008 Buick Lucerne has burned up six fuel pump relays it keeps melting the relays and the fuse block I believe this to be a safety hazard as it could catch on fire this should definitely be recalled”
NHTSA complaint #11253069, filed 2019-09, 72,000 miles“Fuel relay went out 2x, the second it almost caught the car on fire. The car filled with smoke. Its located under the rear seat of the car. Called dealership said there was a recall to bring it in, now the dealership is saying the warranty has expired, and wants $1700 to fix.if I'd been driving it would've burned the car, and worse how about if my grandbaby would've been buckled in that spot. The car only has around 80,000 miles on it. The car was in motion. The car is still at the dealership”
NHTSA complaint #11365308, filed 2020-10, 80,000 miles“Fuel pump relay burnt up it is under back seat repair shop said the car would have burnt up completely if continued my little babies ride in back seat as required by law I would not get them out in time if the car on fire under them1 help help”
NHTSA complaint #11032063, filed 2017-10, 102,729 miles“Experienced a crank no start on my 2008 Buick Lucerne, did some research to find this make/model/year has a long history of issues with the rear electrical center due to the placement under the back seat. The fuel pump relay fuse was extremely burnt and noticed the fuse box was melted near the relay fuse. Brought my car to the local Buick dealership and they notified me a 10 year special coverage was available on this car but I was never notified of the issue. I am the 2nd owner of this vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11194410, filed 2019-04, 97,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222766Sep 16, 2022This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10222739Sep 13, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10218873Aug 10, 2022This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10213816May 26, 2022This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable diesel fuel.
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2008 Buick Lucerne
121 complaintsEngine
24 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsSeats
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Buick Lucerne
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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