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Buick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlBuick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10110462 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 04, 2004.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . a switch labeled "eng/met" located right next to the headlight switch causes the speedometer read approximately double your actual speed. it is very easy to accidentally press this switch when turning on your lights, which is what happened to me the first day i drove this rental car. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 04, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: ENTERPRISE RENTAL . DEALER'S CITY: SPRINGFIELD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 19064 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Seat Belts FrontBuick Lesabre 2005 Seat Belts Front Review #10115917 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT . after being rear ended consumer struck his head on the dashboard. consumer stated the front seat belts were very loose, and did not hold him properly. the police did not reply.*ak *bf *nm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MUSKEGON, MI. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN . Buick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #10116867 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 17, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . 3/17/2005 traveled to myrtle beach, sc mostly on i-95. on the way i experienced periods of rain. the first time i noticed a problem was during rain when another vehicle caused me apply my brakes in an emergency situation. when i applied foot pressure in the normal manner the brakes did not respond properly, instead of slowing down immediately, i discovered i needed to apply at least 2-3 times more pressure (if not more) to get the brakes to slow the vehicle. i encountered this problem for the remainder of the trip whenever i was in wet conditions. i did not experience on dry roads at any speed, and i was driving at speeds of up to 75 mph. 3/23/2005 returned to harrisburg, pa. experienced rain from the south carolina/north carolina border all the way home (approximately 520 miles). the rain varied in intensity from a light drizzle to a down-pour. the brakes continued to not slow the car in the normal way (my top speeds varied from 55 to 75 mph). i continued to have to apply excessive foot pressure to slow the vehicle or even get it to respond. when i applied the brake the response was very similar to driving a car from the 40's or 50's equipped with brake shoes that has been driven through a large puddle of water and the brake shoes needed to be dried by applying the brake pedal to dry them before they would take hold again. at one point i thought the floor mat might be the culprit and interfering with the operation of the brake pedal, but the mat was nowhere near the brake pedal. i took the car to the dealer, but the day i was able to do this there wasn't any rain and the problem could not be duplicated. when we receive heavy rain again i will be going back to the dealer. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 7300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in HARRISBURG, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 14, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TURNER BUICK COMPANY . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-564-2240 . DEALER'S CITY: HARRISBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 17111 . Buick Lesabre 2005 SuspensionBuick Lesabre 2005 Suspension Review #10119503 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 02, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION . hood moves up and down, due to vibration, happens at 40 mph. also, steering vibrates. taken to dealer, tires changed 2 times. dealer said nothing else they could do since it was a manufacturing defect. also called manufacturer, who said the tires should have taken care of the problem. car was at dealer 6 times dealer has done everything possible to help. but it was still not fix. dealer said rotation problem- different size tires- changed wheel calibration, and road test under 40 mph gm representative was working with consumer but they said this was the last step. *ak *nm.Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in ST CLOUD, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MCNAMARA PONTIC . DEALER'S CITY: ORLANDO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32804 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Seat Belts FrontBuick Lesabre 2005 Seat Belts Front Review #10127144 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 16, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT . dt: consumer states the driver and passenger seat belts ride up high; half is on the collar bone, and the other half rests on the soft part of consumers neck. the consumer is 5 feet 11 inches tall. his wife hasn't driven the car yet. the dealer says there is nothing they can do. the consumer called gm and they said they could do nothing. *ak *jb .Mileage was 160 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in PALM BAY, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LANE PONTICA/BUICK/GMC/INC . DEALER'S CITY: MELBOURNE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32901-1987. Buick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionBuick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10128820 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . (1) started as intermittent problem when engine was cold and car was stationary - stepping on accelerator resulted in no motion followed by car lurching/jerking into first gear; the problem became more repeatable over a three year time period; just prior to failure, the car would shake and make noise when accelerating from a stop and when coming to a stop; at failure, the car would not move (forward or in reverse) (2) complete failure of automatic transmission - surprising because auto only had 22,300 miles on it when the transmission failed (3) replaced transmission.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 22900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K61U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10132100 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . dt: consumer stopped on an incline waiting on a traffic light and discovered when removing foot off the brakes vehicle rolled back. consumer put vehicle in first and second gears and it still rolled back. this only occurred on inclines. had not been to dealer, no repairs were done. . called dealer service department, and they said there was nothing they could do. consumer used onstar and the diagnostic module and they found that nothing was wrong with the engine, and instructed consumer to call dealership. had not contacted manufacturer.*ak *jb.Mileage was 16500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K95U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MOBILE, AL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 22, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: GRADY AUTOMOBILES GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 251-476-2550 . DEALER'S CITY: MOBILE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 36606 . Buick Lesabre 2005 TiresBuick Lesabre 2005 Tires Review #10132893 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 03, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES . tire and vehicle vibration and noise problem, increasing at higher speeds (60-70 mph) with my newly purchased 2005 buick lasabre in july 2005. *jb two dealerships did extensive inspections, road tests, tire rebalancing and stabilizer repairs and were not able to resolve the problem of vibration and noise. they advised calling gm customer assistance for help, who prepared file no. 1-355945989 as unresolved, and recommended i file this complaint with your offices..Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in PINEHURST, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: DIEFFENBACH GM . Buick Lesabre 2005 OtherBuick Lesabre 2005 Other Review #10135989 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 09, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with OTHER . dt: 2005 buick lesabre limited. the consumer is concerned there are no ash trays in the back of vehicle. he feels that someone may sit in the back seat and put the ashes in the plastic part of the door. he does not feel it is appropriate that smokers cannot sit in the back seat of vehicle. the consumer noticed this on september 9, 2005.*ak *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K75U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CINCINATTI, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 31, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: BORSHERDING ENTERPRISE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 513-677-9200 . DEALER'S CITY: CINCINATTI . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 45249 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Tires Tread/beltBuick Lesabre 2005 Tires Tread/belt Review #10137631 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 02, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . left rear tire lost all tread and did several thousands of dollars damage. thank goodness no injury occured. the tires were general tires. this is the third time i have had problems with general tires. they are quite unsafe. back bumper had to be replaced as well as wiring loom and wheel well. this was on 2005 buick lesabre limited. it has been in shop since 6 sept 2005 in las cruces, new mexico. it will be at least two more weeks before i get it back. i have to make a second trip to n. mex. to pick it up. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 StructureBuick Lesabre 2005 Structure Review #10138868 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE . there is a reflection of the vent and the instrument panel in the windshield. *ts *** nar received 9-29-05*** when driving in the sun, the reflection was so strong it distorted the consumers vision. the problem seemed to be in the design of the top of the instrument panel which slants towards the window. *jb (11/16/05) *sc *nm .Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in WEBSTER, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 22, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: DORSCHELS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 585 475 1700 . DEALER'S CITY: HENRIETTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. Buick Lesabre 2005 Communications Horn AssemblyBuick Lesabre 2005 Communications Horn Assembly Review #10139694 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with COMMUNICATIONS:HORN ASSEMBLY . dt: the contact stated on february 1, 2005 the horn was difficult to blow. it took too much pressure in order to get the horn to blow. when making a turn it is very difficult to find the correct spot . consumer states they have taken the vehicle to the dealer, and there is nothing they can do. however, the dealer's technician stated they had the same complaint from other customers. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K35U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 27, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: HERTIAGE CHEVROLET . Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10145453 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . dt: the contact stated the remote keyless entry device unlocked more gm vehicles than just his own. he contacted the manufacturer and they told him to take the vehicle to the dealership. the dealership reprogrammed the device and it still unlocked other vehicles. *ak updated 1/11/2006 - *nm.Mileage was 6061 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 20, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: STUPKI MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: HERMIAGE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. Buick Lesabre 2005 Communications Horn AssemblyBuick Lesabre 2005 Communications Horn Assembly Review #10150820 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with COMMUNICATIONS:HORN ASSEMBLY . 2005 buick lesabre horn required excessive effort to activate and it isn't easy to find. the consumer has to push all over the horn padding to find the horn button. *ts the sun visor is poorly positioned and blocks a large part of the front windshield. *nm.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FORKED RIVER, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 VisibilityBuick Lesabre 2005 Visibility Review #10150820 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VISIBILITY . 2005 buick lesabre horn required excessive effort to activate and it isn't easy to find. the consumer has to push all over the horn padding to find the horn button. *ts the sun visor is poorly positioned and blocks a large part of the front windshield. *nm.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FORKED RIVER, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 TiresBuick Lesabre 2005 Tires Review #10151894 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES . 2005 lesabre tires were defective and could not be balanced. *ts *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K95U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in SCHERERVILLE, IN. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: SCHEPEL . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 219-738-1900 . DEALER'S CITY: MERRILLVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 46410 . Buick Lesabre 2005 OtherBuick Lesabre 2005 Other Review #10154879 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with OTHER . dad bought a new 2005 buick lesabre in oct. 2005. he had an accident feb. 18 this accident was not his fault a car backed out of his driveway and hit his as he was driving by. now he has turned it into his insurance and person to repair. insurance ok car to be fixed february 21, auto body turned in for parts same day or next. connot find rear panel door. gm said it may take a while to find. so my dad has been driving around in a damaged car which gm won't give him a car to drive "even though it is their fault that he can't get this part" the fender is rubbing against the tire when it turns corners the bells are ringing because doors are jammed and damaged. now he is 77 and drives church members to doctors and to get groceries etc. what is wrong with our country that a gm dealer would put a senior in this position or for that matter anyone in this country in this kind of position and not give them a loaner until there part came in to repair this car..........!!!!!!!!!! we have made a complaint with gm and also to a dealership in ny which he was really nice but also said he couldn't help because he was just a dealership in ny "my mistake" thought it was the big guy. so how does one get a car fixed or make a company such as gm give a person a loaner while waiting for his part to come in. his representation person hasn't even called him back after his complaint which he did call the number in the back of his car manual.. so people, don't buy a buick lesabre because if you do and you have an accident they don't have the parts for it and you drive a piece of junk around that is dangerous waiting for the part. what a safety hazard this is.....if something happens to my dad all hell will break loose. *nm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in KALAMAZOO, MI. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Pedals And LinkagesBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Pedals And Linkages Review #10158656 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES . dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 mph the brakes suddenly failed. there were no warning lights prior to the incident. the brake pedal was hanging loose and was inoperable. the vehicle was towed to a dealership. the rod connecting the brake pedal to the master cylinder was misaligned. the dealership determined this happened at the factory and informed the contact they had never seen anything like it. the service dealer repaired the vehicle by replacing several unknown brake components. updated 6-12-2006. the consumer reported the failure to the manufacturer. the vehicle would not crank due to a dead battery. *nm .Mileage was 5777 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K25U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in HIGHLAND PARK, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GRAND DEAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 847-432-4800 . DEALER'S CITY: HIGHLAND PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 60035 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System BatteryBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Battery Review #10158656 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 mph the brakes suddenly failed. there were no warning lights prior to the incident. the brake pedal was hanging loose and was inoperable. the vehicle was towed to a dealership. the rod connecting the brake pedal to the master cylinder was misaligned. the dealership determined this happened at the factory and informed the contact they had never seen anything like it. the service dealer repaired the vehicle by replacing several unknown brake components. updated 6-12-2006. the consumer reported the failure to the manufacturer. the vehicle would not crank due to a dead battery. *nm .Mileage was 5777 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K25U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in HIGHLAND PARK, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GRAND DEAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 847-432-4800 . DEALER'S CITY: HIGHLAND PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 60035 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, HydraulicBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10160493 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . 2005 buick lesabre's brakes failed. *kb the brake pedal was dangling useless. *nm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K254. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in HIGHLAND PARK, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. DEALER'S NAME: GRANT DEAN BUICK . DEALER'S CITY: HIGHLAND PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 60035 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Tires Tread/beltBuick Lesabre 2005 Tires Tread/belt Review #10167359 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 17, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . on august 17th, 2006, while driving 65 mph on the new york state thruway in the passing lane, i felt a severe vibration in the rear of my 2005 buick lesabre. soon after, there was a very loud thumping and banging on the driver side and the car lurched upward. while struggling to maintain control of the vehicle, i was finally able to make my way to the right shoulder. i then discovered that the tread has separated from the casing and the shredding rubber caused extensive damage to the wheel well, bumper, paint, rear sensory wiring harness, and leveling control to the left rear shock. the tire never lost air and there were no punctures and the tire was only half worn and rotated on a regular basis. the tire was a general ameri-gs60. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in EAST AURORA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: WESTHERR CHEVROLET . Buick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, HydraulicBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10171172 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . dt*: the contact stated while driving 50 mph down a steep hill under normal road conditions, the hydraulic brakes failed and the vehicle crashed into a lake. there was no warning prior to the incident. the contact and a passenger sustained minor injuries. the vehicle was towed to the insurance company, who could not find the cause for the brake failures and deemed the vehicle totaled. odi #10160493 can be used in comparison to this issue..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 23000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52KX5B. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in GOLDEN VALLEY, MN. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 12, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PRINCETON AUTO CENTER . DEALER'S CITY: PRINCETON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55371 . Buick Lesabre 2005 OtherBuick Lesabre 2005 Other Review #10184504 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 04, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with OTHER . tl*- the contact stated that while driving the 2005 buick lesabre with 20000 failure mileage at 15 mph he reached down and his arm hit the gear shift while the vehicle was in drive and the gear switched into reverse and stalled the vehicle. the vehicle had to be restarted. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic ,who stated that there were normal operations and nothing was wrong with the gears. the shifting in gears has not happened again. the current mileage was 21463.*ak updated 04/05/07. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MANCHESTER, NH. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 27, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BOBLES CHEVEROLET BUICK . DEALER'S CITY: MANCHESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NH. Buick Lesabre 2005 SuspensionBuick Lesabre 2005 Suspension Review #10198553 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2007.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION . our 2005 buick lesabre vibrates at speeds of 70 mph or greater. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44000 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MONCKS CORNER, SC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Suspension FrontBuick Lesabre 2005 Suspension Front Review #10210882 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 08, 2007.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving 60 mph or greater, the front wheels, steering wheel and the floor boards would shake and vibrate. the dealer stated that the tires should be replaced. the dealer replaced the tires; however, the failure continued to occur. the contact took the vehicle to another dealer and they stated that the vehicle had to be forced balanced. the dealer made the repair; however, the failure continued to occur. there is a service bulletin for the suspension (nhtsa item #10011691). as of december 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the current mileage was 11,000 and failure mileage was 1,244. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1244 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K55U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in PALMS RIVER, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: STRAUB MOTORS . Buick Lesabre 2005 SteeringBuick Lesabre 2005 Steering Review #10229143 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2005.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . i own a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving 60 mph or greater, the front wheels, steering wheel and the floor boards shake and vibrate. took to dealer at 415 miles and they said to return when car had 500 miles. at 1292 miles dear replaced steering shaft. the dealer replaced tires.; however, the failure continued to occur. took back car again then went to another dealer. they said one of the tires had a nail. i replaced all four tires ( not from dealer) hoping problem would go away and it did not. i took the vehicle to back to 2nd dealer and they stated that the vehicle had to be forced balanced and have wheel alignment. the dealer made the repair ($400.00); however, the failure continued to occur. as of may28, 2005 the dealer had not repaired the vehicle and said it was an inherent problem. the current mileage was 11,081 and failure started from time car was purchased. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 660 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K25U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in ORLANDO, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 34746 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionBuick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10229422 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 20, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . at approximately 24,000 miles i started feeling a harder than normal shift between second and third gears. by the time the odometer reached 26,000 miles the shift was somewhat severe with a pause between second and third. i took the car to the local dealer who supposedly installed some type of "kit" which did not eliminate but greatly reduced the problem. i now have 37,000 miles on the car and the problem is getting progressively worse once again as well as hard shifting between first and second and sometimes when i shift from drive to reverse while the car is not moving. i have not returned to the dealer because i am now 1000 miles over the warranty and the first time i took it in the dealer told me the repair would take one day and kept it nine days. i emailed buick with a complaint but got no reply. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 24000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K25U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in WHITTIER,, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HARRIS BUICK PONTIAC GMC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 562-698-6281 . DEALER'S CITY: WHITTIER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 90605 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10235474 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 2008.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving 30 mph, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the engine compartment. the engine then stopped running. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle and placed the gears in the correct position, but the vehicle would not move. the vehicle was towed to a shop and they could not figure out what was wrong with the vehicle. the vehicle was then towed to a dealer and they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the transmission is currently being replaced. through online research, the contact discovered numerous complaints on this defect and believes it should be recalled. the current and failure mileages were 48,000. updated 09/16/08 *bf updated 09/24/08. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10247295 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2008.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. when the contact starts the vehicle, the instrument panel gauges become hot. the dealer stated that the entire instrument panel needed to be replaced at a cost of over $600. in addition, one of the gauges is not registering the correct information. the failure mileage was 60,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in YADKINVILLE, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System BatteryBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Battery Review #10254957 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2008.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving approximately 15 mph, all of the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument control panel. the contact also smelled a burning odor and noticed flames erupting from the trunk of the vehicle. the flames spread to the entire vehicle. all of the locks melted, which nearly prevented her from exiting the vehicle. the vehicle was completely destroyed. an investigator from the fire department stated that the battery underneath the rear passenger seat failed and caused the fire. the contact has a copy of the police report and pictures of the failed incident. she called the manufacturer, but did not receive a response. the failure and current mileages were 20,000. updated 02/10/09. *lj updated 02/11/09. *jb.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K35U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CORPUS CHRISTI, TX. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 31, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHAMPION BUIC . DEALER'S CITY: CORPUS CHRISTI . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 78412 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionBuick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10279722 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 08, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving between 45-50 mph, the vehicle shook excessively. there were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to an independent transmission shop and the technician stated that the failure was contributed to the inner wear in the transmission. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 84,892 and current mileage was 86,000. updated 8/28/09 *cn updated 09/09/09*jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 84892 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in TAMAQUA, PA. Vehicle was purchased on June 30, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: R&R AUTO GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 570-385-2881 . DEALER'S CITY: SCHUYLKILL HAVEN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 17972 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument PanelBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10299098 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving an undetermined speed, the speedometer became inoperable. the vehicle was taken to his independent mechanic who stated that he should contact general motors since he had seen this issue with his year, make and model vehicle. the manufacturer advised the contact to have an authorized dealer diagnose the failure. the dealer confirmed that the instrument cluster failed. there were no recalls for the failure. no repairs were made to the vehicle. the failure and current mileages were under 94, 031. updated 01/19/10 *bf updated 01/20/10.*jb updated 04/09/10. *lj gm did not agree to have the instrument cluster repaired at their expense. the consumer had a local shop remove the cluster and it was sent for repair and re-installed. the consumer stated the speedometer is operating normally. updated 07/16/10.*jb.Mileage was 90431 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K55U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in EL PASO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10322831 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving at speeds of 40 mph, the speedometer abnormally increased to 140 mph. the dealer replaced the speedometer panel. the current mileage was 27,100 and the failure mileage was 26,800. updated 6/1/10 *cn updated 06/04/10.8jb.Mileage was 26800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in ROCKY MOUNTAIN, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 09, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MID POINT . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 540-483-5860 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCKY MOUNT . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 24151 . Buick Lesabre 2005 SteeringBuick Lesabre 2005 Steering Review #10324083 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving at approximately 50 mph, the steering wheel jerked to the left while the contact was turning right. the contact pulled over and inspected the vehicle and she noticed that the vehicle no longer had power steering; she slowly drove the vehicle to her home. the vehicle had not been repaired and the contact had not called the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was approximately 92,000. the current mileage was 92,250. .Mileage was 92000 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CONCORD, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineBuick Lesabre 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10329045 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 18, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) 2005 buick la sabre, 65,500 miles, suffered a premature failure of both front wheel bearings. failure discovered while car was being serviced (ie. oil/filter change & front end alignment.) replaced at a cost of $600.00. reported to gm customer assistance on 1/26/2010, and verbally called back on 2/2/2010, gm denied anything wrong with such failure, and said car was beyond 36,000 mile warranty. later appealed in writing to buick gen. mgr. last contacted, again verbally, on 2/26/2010, senior asst. to exec., who also denied claim for reimbursement, saying the mileage did not matter, but since the car was not examined by a qualified gm mechanic and dealership, they could not do anything about it. (the implication being that my mechanic, who has serviced my vehicles for over 10 years, was incompetent, or crooked, and could not be trusted to make a valid determination regarding the state, and cause, of the bearing failures). you should be advised that i repeatedly requested a written response to my inquiries, and was consistently refused. it is obvious that gm has a problem with their newer cars non-serviceable parts, and they are trying to maintain deniabilty as to this problem! in my case, nothing happened, and no one was injured, however, had i not serviced my car regularly, and these bearings had failed at road speed, there could easily been a head-on crash, with damage, injury, or death involved to myself, my car, and or other vehicles and people! [xxx] *tr the consumer stated on june 29, 2010, upon engine start, the driver information center displayed sounded the alarm chime several times and turned on the red oil warning light. the oil information display showed oil pressure normal. after doing some testing, the consumer concluded that the oil pressure sending unit was bad which he replaced and everything appeared to be functioning normally. updated ivoq 08/05/10 *tr.Mileage was 65500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K55U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in STEVENSVILLE, MT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Suspension FrontBuick Lesabre 2005 Suspension Front Review #10329045 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 18, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) 2005 buick la sabre, 65,500 miles, suffered a premature failure of both front wheel bearings. failure discovered while car was being serviced (ie. oil/filter change & front end alignment.) replaced at a cost of $600.00. reported to gm customer assistance on 1/26/2010, and verbally called back on 2/2/2010, gm denied anything wrong with such failure, and said car was beyond 36,000 mile warranty. later appealed in writing to buick gen. mgr. last contacted, again verbally, on 2/26/2010, senior asst. to exec., who also denied claim for reimbursement, saying the mileage did not matter, but since the car was not examined by a qualified gm mechanic and dealership, they could not do anything about it. (the implication being that my mechanic, who has serviced my vehicles for over 10 years, was incompetent, or crooked, and could not be trusted to make a valid determination regarding the state, and cause, of the bearing failures). you should be advised that i repeatedly requested a written response to my inquiries, and was consistently refused. it is obvious that gm has a problem with their newer cars non-serviceable parts, and they are trying to maintain deniabilty as to this problem! in my case, nothing happened, and no one was injured, however, had i not serviced my car regularly, and these bearings had failed at road speed, there could easily been a head-on crash, with damage, injury, or death involved to myself, my car, and or other vehicles and people! [xxx] *tr the consumer stated on june 29, 2010, upon engine start, the driver information center displayed sounded the alarm chime several times and turned on the red oil warning light. the oil information display showed oil pressure normal. after doing some testing, the consumer concluded that the oil pressure sending unit was bad which he replaced and everything appeared to be functioning normally. updated ivoq 08/05/10 *tr.Mileage was 65500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K55U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in STEVENSVILLE, MT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument PanelBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10341553 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that the speedometer did not always display the proper speed while driving. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that he should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer since this was a known failure. the dealer advised the contact that he had to pay for the repair cost. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 52,000 and the current mileage was 56,200. .Mileage was 52000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FREELAND, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 SteeringBuick Lesabre 2005 Steering Review #10341856 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 06, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . passenger side outer tie rod premature bushing joint failure. excessive wear made it difficult to maintain straight line control of vehicle. vehicle would wonder back and forth badly, and turns were delayed as a result of the premature wear in the tie rod joint. mileage when diagnosed, 49505 on july 6,2010. mileage at completion of repair was 49515 on july 7,2010. fortunately this early failure of outer tie rod was found before a catastrophic failure occurrence on the freeway. outer tie rod replace with an after market unit. *tr.Mileage was 49505 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CHIMACUM, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Suspension FrontBuick Lesabre 2005 Suspension Front Review #10341856 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 06, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . passenger side outer tie rod premature bushing joint failure. excessive wear made it difficult to maintain straight line control of vehicle. vehicle would wonder back and forth badly, and turns were delayed as a result of the premature wear in the tie rod joint. mileage when diagnosed, 49505 on july 6,2010. mileage at completion of repair was 49515 on july 7,2010. fortunately this early failure of outer tie rod was found before a catastrophic failure occurrence on the freeway. outer tie rod replace with an after market unit. *tr.Mileage was 49505 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CHIMACUM, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument PanelBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10345647 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 25, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . the speedometer in my 2005 buick le sabre intermittently read false speed readings for 2000 miles after 55,000 miles of use. it failed completely at 57,000 miles and does not register speed at all and is flat-lined on 0. *tr.Mileage was 52000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K05U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, HydraulicBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10360160 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 12, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . 2005 buick lesabre with 42,330 miles went into the repair shop to have the brakes replaced. once the brakes were replaced, the mechanic took the car from the repair bay onto the parking lot to check the integrity of the brakes. the mechanic applied a hard braking when the brake pedal went to the floor. upon inspection of the brake system, it was found that the brake line which goes across the rear of the car from wheel to wheel had rusted through and caused the brake fluid to leak. this brake line was replaced with a new one from wheel to wheel. the system was then bled and brake fluid replaced. the car was checked again and was found to be drivable. *tr.Mileage was 42330 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K45U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FALLSTON, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Steering ColumnBuick Lesabre 2005 Steering Column Review #10389248 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2011.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with STEERING:COLUMN . 2005 buick lesabre. consumer states recently the rps dial went into a round in a circle and fell to the bottom, then the gas gauge did the same thing *tgw the consumer also stated the steering column was loose. *jb.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in PASADENA, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: RJR AUTO REPAIR & SERVICE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 410-766-9200 . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 21061 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument PanelBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10389248 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2011.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . 2005 buick lesabre. consumer states recently the rps dial went into a round in a circle and fell to the bottom, then the gas gauge did the same thing *tgw the consumer also stated the steering column was loose. *jb.Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in PASADENA, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: RJR AUTO REPAIR & SERVICE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 410-766-9200 . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 21061 . Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10390348 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 18, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . vehicle speedometer works on and off. speedometer reads 20 mph when going 60 on hwy. took vehicle to dealer and they stated that the entire instrument panel would have to be replaced at a cost of 800 plus labor..... vehicle has about 60,000 miles and had 55,000 at time. *tr.Mileage was 55000 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in EDGEWOOD, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Fuel System, GasolineBuick Lesabre 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10399203 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2011.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated the fuel gauge would inaccurately show that the fuel tank was full at all times. after he would refuel, the fuel gauge would not move. the manufacturer was contacted who referred the contact to a local dealer for repairs. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 75,867. updated 06/17/11 *bf updated 06/27/11 .Mileage was 75867 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K75U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in BUFFALO, NY. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: PAUL BATT BUICK . Buick Lesabre 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10405812 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . the first incident was around 40,000 miles. the gas gauge would not work, after filling it up the gauge would "stick" or the hand would drop down to the thermostat needle. very erratic. carried it to the dealer and naturally, everything appeared to be working. 52,000 miles and the gauge is dead - of course the warranty was out also. it was explained that i would have to replace the entire cluster of gauges and i could not afford that at the time. car now has 79,000 miles, i have been using the odometer so i will know when i need gas. a few weeks ago, looked at the speedometer and it read my speed as 120 mph. i immediately pulled over and at a dead stop, the speedometer was setting on 60 mph. now i am concerned about the entire cluster readings. the thermostat will jump up to the red, hot reading which is wrong. now i am going to be out huge dollars that appears to be something gm should repair. *tr.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K95U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MONTICELLO, AR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10409576 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . instrument lights on radio, heat/air controls, steering wheel radio/cruise control controls started burning out one by one. thinking that it would be a simple, cheap fix, i took it to the dealer. at that time, they informed me that they could no longer just fix the burned out bulbs, but had to replace the entire electrical module just to fix the light. what was once a $10-$20 fix has now become a $150-$200 fix per module. one module can contain one or two light bulbs, so if you have 6 or 8 burned out bulbs, it can cost you up to $1600 to fix! secondly, around september 2010, the rpm gauge pegged out and then dropped to the six o'clock position. ever since then, sometimes it works erratically and sometimes not at all. then, about january 2011, my fuel gauge started doing the same thing. when my tank was full, it would read empty or half full. after re-starting my car, it would go back to normal, only to act funny the next time i started the car. i noticed that there was a recall on other gm cars that used the same defective stepper motors that are installed in the 2002-2005 buick lesabres, but for some reason, the lesabres were not included in the recall where gm was responsible for the replacement cost on the instrument cluster. this isn't right! with faulty instrument panels, it isn't safe to drive! and if you want to get it replaced,it will cost you around $800-900!!!!.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K95U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CRAB ORCHARD, TN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10409576 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2006.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . instrument lights on radio, heat/air controls, steering wheel radio/cruise control controls started burning out one by one. thinking that it would be a simple, cheap fix, i took it to the dealer. at that time, they informed me that they could no longer just fix the burned out bulbs, but had to replace the entire electrical module just to fix the light. what was once a $10-$20 fix has now become a $150-$200 fix per module. one module can contain one or two light bulbs, so if you have 6 or 8 burned out bulbs, it can cost you up to $1600 to fix! secondly, around september 2010, the rpm gauge pegged out and then dropped to the six o'clock position. ever since then, sometimes it works erratically and sometimes not at all. then, about january 2011, my fuel gauge started doing the same thing. when my tank was full, it would read empty or half full. after re-starting my car, it would go back to normal, only to act funny the next time i started the car. i noticed that there was a recall on other gm cars that used the same defective stepper motors that are installed in the 2002-2005 buick lesabres, but for some reason, the lesabres were not included in the recall where gm was responsible for the replacement cost on the instrument cluster. this isn't right! with faulty instrument panels, it isn't safe to drive! and if you want to get it replaced,it will cost you around $800-900!!!!.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K95U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CRAB ORCHARD, TN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10448864 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2011.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the speedometer would show lower speed than i was going, then it would not work at all. the temp. gage would go past hot, then peg out. replaced vehicle speed sensor did not fix. replaced temp. sensor did not fix. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K35U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MOBILE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10465085 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 10, 2012.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, smoke was emitting from under the rear seat. the contact was able to pull over to further assess the failure. the contact diagnosed that the electrical chords were overheated and the medal had become unbearably hot. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the failure and the current mileage was 123,000. .Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 123000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K62U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in VERSALLES, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Interior LightingBuick Lesabre 2005 Interior Lighting Review #10481978 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while exiting a parking space, the accelerator pedal became extremely resistant and the contact experienced difficulty in depressing the accelerator. in addition, the contact stated that the interior lights would sporadically flicker on and off while driving. the contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer or a mechanic for inspection or repairs. the failure mileage was 150,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 150000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K05U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in ORE CITY, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlBuick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10481978 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2010.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while exiting a parking space, the accelerator pedal became extremely resistant and the contact experienced difficulty in depressing the accelerator. in addition, the contact stated that the interior lights would sporadically flicker on and off while driving. the contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer or a mechanic for inspection or repairs. the failure mileage was 150,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 150000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K05U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in ORE CITY, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Power TrainBuick Lesabre 2005 Power Train Review #10485879 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 14, 2012.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . took vehicle with 55,100 miles to the authorized gm dealer after shuttering and barely beginning to move while driving in traffic. the authorized gm dealer stated "inspected, no codes in system, erratic shift points, delay shift thru 1st and 2nd gear, no 3rd gear, goes to 4th gear. recommends srta trans (3yr/100,000 warranty) $3782.64." *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 55100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K05U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 8 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Fuel System, GasolineBuick Lesabre 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10537113 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . needles on fuel gauge goes all the way around and points vertical. needle crashes into the thermometer needle that also points vertical. does not correctly register fuel or temperature. i am depending on my odometer to guess at my fuel levels. this seems to have started after my "loose gas cap" alarm came on. i had cap replaced 2 times, light will not go off. this, of course makes the service vehicle soon light stay on. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54K35U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in KETTERING, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 Service BrakesBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes Review #10543800 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 30, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the brake light warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the mechanic stated that the master cylinder had to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 27,059. the current mileage was 27,090. ....updated 10-21-13 *bf the consumer was offered 1,000 dollars toward a new gm vehicle instead of a repair. the consumer declined. *js.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 27059 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K45U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MODESTO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: THOMPSON CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 209-521-1354 . DEALER'S CITY: PATTERSON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. Buick Lesabre 2005 EngineBuick Lesabre 2005 Engine Review #10548934 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2011.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle began to exhibit hesitation and a severe vibration. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the motor mount and gasket were replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 48,000. ...updated 12-24-13 *bf the lower intake gasket was faulty and leaking oil and coolant. the technician also found the plastic upper intake plenum warped and leaking coolant into the lower intake manifold causing the engine to misfire. updated 12/31/13.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in PARMA HEIGHTS, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Lesabre 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Lesabre 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SPITZER CADILLAC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 216-362-1000 . DEALER'S CITY: PARMUS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10551220 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2012.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . speedometer is inaccurate and very sporadic. speedometer needle gets stuck on any number when vehicle is completely stopped and/or turned off. most of the time have to guess how fast or slow the vehicle is actually going. this is a safety hazard. after reading about the same type of complaints from other consumers, i think it's about time gm fixes this problem by initiating a formal recall. my grandparents swore by buick and gm vehicles. i absolutely have my doubts now. if problem is never recalled, i will never purchase a buick or any other gm vehicle in the future. it is not right for this to be ignored with as many common complaints that are filed. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MORRISON, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Air BagsBuick Lesabre 2005 Air Bags Review #10558927 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . air bag light is illuminated in the dash board instrument cluster. would like to know if this is making the srs system inoperable and most of all a safety issue. please advise asap thank you *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in WALTON, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Air Bags Review #10573978 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl* the contact owns 2005 buick lasabre. the contact stated while driving 35 mph,the vehicle's air bag light came on. the contact stated the air bags could also deploy while she was driving for no apparent reason, so she felt her vehicle was unsafe to drive. the failure milage was 62,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in ROSEVILLE, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10575512 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2012.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . originally when the issue happened at random times with the speedometer readingin inaccurately. now it has fallen to the 6 o'clock position and never moves from that position. i have never had it repaired was told by dealers that the part was the instrument cluster and it would need to be replaced. issue started at around 86000 miles (random readings) around 91000 speedometer (fallen to 6 o' clock position. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 86000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K25U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MELBOURNE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Service BrakesBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes Review #10587573 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . my 2005 buick lesabre had rear brake lines rust through at 8 years old with 84k. all brake lines should be out of material that does not decay. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83897 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K324. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Exterior LightingBuick Lesabre 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10587636 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . started out as a headlamp that we thought was burned out. replaced the bulb and it worked for a day or two. next the gas gauge, speedometer, heat and cooling gauge and now both headlamps do not work. my husband has to drive in the dark with brights on because there are absolutely no headlights . this is a serious safety issue and gm should be issuing a recall. this is extremely dangerous and we cannot drive our vehicle at night unless we use our brights the whole time which then becomes a safety issue to other drivers. this is as serious as seat belts failing or windshield wipers out of whack. please respond to this with quick and serious measures. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in AULT, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10587636 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . started out as a headlamp that we thought was burned out. replaced the bulb and it worked for a day or two. next the gas gauge, speedometer, heat and cooling gauge and now both headlamps do not work. my husband has to drive in the dark with brights on because there are absolutely no headlights . this is a serious safety issue and gm should be issuing a recall. this is extremely dangerous and we cannot drive our vehicle at night unless we use our brights the whole time which then becomes a safety issue to other drivers. this is as serious as seat belts failing or windshield wipers out of whack. please respond to this with quick and serious measures. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in AULT, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Structure BodyBuick Lesabre 2005 Structure Body Review #10605479 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 08, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . on 06/08/14 brake pedal of my car went to floor while i was driving it at low speeds to escape collision with car in front of me, which stopped on red light, i directed my car to pole of subway. it damaged frontal right side of my car my car was towed to geico direct shop quentin auto center, inc on 06/10/14 i was present at inspection of my car by geico adjuster [xxx]. both the adjustor and repair shop owner [xxx] determined that brake system of my car has serious rupture near abs unit right there i presented geico adjuster with original invoice of repair of the brake system by 86th street chevrolet saab, inc dealer of general motors in july of 2013 though she took copy of invoice, she never added it to my claim i explained to adjustor and shop owner that on 07/04/13 brake pedal of my car failed for first time at that time i did not have accident and my car was under most comprehensive extended warranty of general motors gmpp. 86th street chevrolet saab, inc. dealer of gm repaired my car under warranty there is warranty that covers the repair eleven months after brake pedal failed for first time, it repeated itself drove it less than two thousand miles since then according to both geico adjustor and shop owner brake system of car, that now has serious rupture near abs unit, was already in dangerous rusty condition during its repair by dealer of gm in july of last year; dealer improperly repaired only one of lines of brake system; the dealer would have to replace all the lines?? on 06/11/14 [xxx] contacted me and stated that brake system will not be covered and i will have to arrange with gm or its dealer to repair car on 06/12/14 geico provided me with a letter of denial to repair brake lines because inspection of my car found that the damage to brake lines was due to wear and tear, and not loss related now geico puts me liable. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 58800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Service BrakesBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes Review #10605479 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 08, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . on 06/08/14 brake pedal of my car went to floor while i was driving it at low speeds to escape collision with car in front of me, which stopped on red light, i directed my car to pole of subway. it damaged frontal right side of my car my car was towed to geico direct shop quentin auto center, inc on 06/10/14 i was present at inspection of my car by geico adjuster [xxx]. both the adjustor and repair shop owner [xxx] determined that brake system of my car has serious rupture near abs unit right there i presented geico adjuster with original invoice of repair of the brake system by 86th street chevrolet saab, inc dealer of general motors in july of 2013 though she took copy of invoice, she never added it to my claim i explained to adjustor and shop owner that on 07/04/13 brake pedal of my car failed for first time at that time i did not have accident and my car was under most comprehensive extended warranty of general motors gmpp. 86th street chevrolet saab, inc. dealer of gm repaired my car under warranty there is warranty that covers the repair eleven months after brake pedal failed for first time, it repeated itself drove it less than two thousand miles since then according to both geico adjustor and shop owner brake system of car, that now has serious rupture near abs unit, was already in dangerous rusty condition during its repair by dealer of gm in july of last year; dealer improperly repaired only one of lines of brake system; the dealer would have to replace all the lines?? on 06/11/14 [xxx] contacted me and stated that brake system will not be covered and i will have to arrange with gm or its dealer to repair car on 06/12/14 geico provided me with a letter of denial to repair brake lines because inspection of my car found that the damage to brake lines was due to wear and tear, and not loss related now geico puts me liable. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 58800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlBuick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10614597 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that the speedometer became inoperable. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the stepper motor needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 52,300 and the current mileage was 54,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 52300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K85U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in MOUNT LAUREL, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Lesabre 2005 Air BagsBuick Lesabre 2005 Air Bags Review #10614872 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . vehicle described in excellent condition & was stopped behind other stopped traffic at a continuous red traffic signal. full size commercial van fails to stop while traveling over 35mph and hits (veh des. above), from behind sending same vehicle into another. the air bags failed to deploy. seat belts failed to hold front right passenger, failed to hold passenger in position. this caused adult her to be quickly trusted forward into dash & then slammed back into head rest of seat, then suddenly thrusted under seatbelt and into the dash board and ending under the vehicle dashboard. body repair in excess of $4000. frame was twisted/bent & both vehicle rear doors would not close after incident. driver seat was knocked off track and would not stay in a locked position after incident. serious injuries & severe disabling conditions occoured since this incident. please search for any information to help shed light into this incident on 11-18-2009..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in LOUISBURG, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 SeatsBuick Lesabre 2005 Seats Review #10614872 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SEATS . vehicle described in excellent condition & was stopped behind other stopped traffic at a continuous red traffic signal. full size commercial van fails to stop while traveling over 35mph and hits (veh des. above), from behind sending same vehicle into another. the air bags failed to deploy. seat belts failed to hold front right passenger, failed to hold passenger in position. this caused adult her to be quickly trusted forward into dash & then slammed back into head rest of seat, then suddenly thrusted under seatbelt and into the dash board and ending under the vehicle dashboard. body repair in excess of $4000. frame was twisted/bent & both vehicle rear doors would not close after incident. driver seat was knocked off track and would not stay in a locked position after incident. serious injuries & severe disabling conditions occoured since this incident. please search for any information to help shed light into this incident on 11-18-2009..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in LOUISBURG, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Unknown Or OtherBuick Lesabre 2005 Unknown Or Other Review #10614872 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2009.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . vehicle described in excellent condition & was stopped behind other stopped traffic at a continuous red traffic signal. full size commercial van fails to stop while traveling over 35mph and hits (veh des. above), from behind sending same vehicle into another. the air bags failed to deploy. seat belts failed to hold front right passenger, failed to hold passenger in position. this caused adult her to be quickly trusted forward into dash & then slammed back into head rest of seat, then suddenly thrusted under seatbelt and into the dash board and ending under the vehicle dashboard. body repair in excess of $4000. frame was twisted/bent & both vehicle rear doors would not close after incident. driver seat was knocked off track and would not stay in a locked position after incident. serious injuries & severe disabling conditions occoured since this incident. please search for any information to help shed light into this incident on 11-18-2009..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52K65U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in LOUISBURG, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Service BrakesBuick Lesabre 2005 Service Brakes Review #10615075 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that after releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without any warning. the contact stated that as a result of the failure she crashed into another vehicle. the dealer and the manufacturer were made aware of the problem. there were no injuries. the approximate failure mileage was 39,900. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in SLIVER SPRIND, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlBuick Lesabre 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10615075 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. the contact stated that after releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without any warning. the contact stated that as a result of the failure she crashed into another vehicle. the dealer and the manufacturer were made aware of the problem. there were no injuries. the approximate failure mileage was 39,900. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP54K15U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in SLIVER SPRIND, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 EngineBuick Lesabre 2005 Engine Review #10627090 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 19, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving 3 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. the vehicle was able to be restarted. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 47,800..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47800 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in COVINGTON, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10627090 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 19, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lesabre. while driving 3 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. the vehicle was able to be restarted. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 47,800..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47800 miles. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in COVINGTON, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 TiresBuick Lesabre 2005 Tires Review #10663193 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 08, 2014.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with TIRES . bridgestone insignia se200/p215/70r/15 originally bought 4 of these at firestone have had 2 replaced and yesterday 2 more and firestone said they dont make insignias anymore.....?? wonder why because they are defective!!!!!! had 7/32 tread left on them and worst was 6/32 and had 30.000 miles on them and rotated every other oil change as scheduled!warrantee made me pay 165.00 for 2 new affinity touring tires......no deal thats for sure!!!!mechanic found a bulge in tire sidewall. now have to go back tomorrow as all 4 tires are shaking uncontrollably even the new ones!! belts were separated too on insignias shame on b'stone for all the tread left to have manuf. such a poor tire!!!!!!! 2005 buick lesabre dot#wbm3e201711 . 183,000 miles on car now but all highway mileage..Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HP52KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in VERO BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Electrical SystemBuick Lesabre 2005 Electrical System Review #10672202 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the lights on the heater control quit working making it hard to see at night.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 96180 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FAIRFIELD, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Equipment AdaptiveBuick Lesabre 2005 Equipment Adaptive Review #10672202 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE . the lights on the heater control quit working making it hard to see at night.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 96180 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FAIRFIELD, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Lesabre 2005 Exterior LightingBuick Lesabre 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10672202 BUICK LESABRE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2013.BUICK LESABRE 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . the lights on the heater control quit working making it hard to see at night.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 96180 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4HR54KX5U. Buick Lesabre 2005 problem was reported in FAIRFIELD, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. |
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Check your back springs. Was getting an oil change and while up in the air discovered both rear springs were broken. Cost to replace, $1000.00. Having trouble with gase gauge and driver's side heated seat. Wanting to know how to fix that a how do i fix fual guage problem of my buick allure 1992 buick regal stall andhesitat when applying gas in between changing gears Have a 2000 Buick Century Custom with only 48000 miles, after start up, car would not move in any gear, but I was able to move it by racing engine, rear brakes can be heard dragging, no warning lights on dash. Car has been driven past week during On my 2010 Buick Lacrosse - the tire pressure monitoring readout is reading opposite for the front and back tires. As well, it appears that the left and right side tires are reversed in their readout. Just wonder if anyone else has had this proble my century when in driving surges and hesitates real bad. on freeway other drivers are honking at me. i think it may not be shifting properly Does the 2001 Buick LeSabre have frontal airbags including on passenger side? Same erratic problem with our 2011 Buick Regal Turbo. My 89 buick riviera has trouble cold starting but the engine will turn on and will start on first crank everytime after. Its the first start and in the a.m. it takes longer. Is it a fuel problem or electrical? A few minutes after parking 2011 Buick Regal Turbo in garage there is a strong gas smell. Never notice this with any other car. What's going on? where is the on and off switch for the dome light on a 1996 buick le sabre
ABS light comes on while driving and you can feel the brakes pulsing. Sometimes at a stop light the ABS sets itself and you have to force the car to move. Then it lets go and you can proceed. Had 2 new sensor installed, and it did not st