2010 Buick Lucerne Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 17%of 54 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,706miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the steering of the 2010 Buick Lucerne, 17% of the 54 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,706 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“I was driving east bound on interstate 20 approximately 7 miles west of sweetwater texas on july 11, 2014, when I was struck from behind by another vehicle (that left the scene.) the jarring caused me to lose power so I was unable to steer or to brake, which sent my car crashing into a guardrail; furthermore, the airbags did not deploy at all. …”
NHTSA complaint #10615312, filed 2014-07, 58,000 miles“I have had about 3 incidences of power brake and power steering failure at low speeds (10 MPH or less) during rainy weather. When making a turn, either right or left, the power steering and power brakes fail. This does not occur at every turn attempt but does happen occasionally. It is quite disconcerting. I will not let my wife drive during wet weather and I am very cautious.”
NHTSA complaint #10766450, filed 2015-09, 56,576 miles“Squeaking noise from steering when turning. Dealer purchased car new from diagnosed as needing steering rack and loose motor mount replaced for approx. $1325.00. Car has low miles and never been in an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10725655, filed 2015-06, 31,062 miles“Power steering leak. Relay in rear fuse box, under back seat, burning out. Possibilty of back seat cushion rubbing on fuse box jarring PS relay affecting connection. Safety issue if lose control of power steering. Safety compromised if unable to start car once relay burns out. Engine has turned over without key inserted/FOB pressed.”
NHTSA complaint #11546225, filed 2023-09“The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated when turning the steering wheel an abnormal squeaking sound was heard. The contact stated that the noise was a distraction to the contact's focus when driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was diagnosed as a clock spring failure. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The mileage was 42,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11206824, filed 2019-05, 42,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 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.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This 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.
- 10213700Jun 1, 2022This 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…
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 Buick Lucerne
19 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Buick Lucerne
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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