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Expensive Buick LaCrosse repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (39%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 23 repairs.
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Buick LaCrosse repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (94%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

52700 mi

C $2000
Replaced 4 sets of pads, 4 rotors and 2 calipers 

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2014 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

85000 mi

US $1300
Had both rear hubs replaced due to ABS light / Traction Control / Stability Control and loss of Cruise Control 

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2013 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

115000 mi

US $1000
Replaced all 4 struts. One had broken from its top mount 

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2012 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

303-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

6820 mi

C $1000
Complete heater plenum was replaced 

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2012 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

82000 mi

US $1469
Brake pedal would stick when cabin is hot and humid. If didn't notice the battery would go dead from the brake light being on. First replaced switch and it still occurred so then they replaced the whole brake pedal assembly. Would not shutoff at idle for the Hybrid. Was not running good and mpg was terrible. Check engine code vvt self adjusting valve stuck. 

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2011 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

36000 mi

US $2388
Replace day time running lights. Replace water pup assembly. Reseal engine front cover. 
42000 mi

US $426
Keyless transmitters inoperable at times. Dash displays remote not detected and engine will not start. Repair:replace remote control door lock receiver. 
70000 mi

US $935
Check engine light on. Decarbonized engine and replaced spark plugs. 
109 mi

US $1100
Car was running a little rough and check engine light was on. Spark plugs replaced and 2 coils were replaced. Oil change was done also. 
115000 mi

US $603
Front and rear brakes and pads. Rear rotors. 

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2010 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

66900 mi

US $2300
Had to replace steering gear. Saw no leaks ( this was not a recall) Rubbing noise when backup and turn to the righte. Have taken the car back an additional three times. 
72500 mi

US $2200
Had to have steering gear replaced in 2/2016. Had to return car for a moaning noise after replacement 3x. 10/07/2016. Steering gear and shaft had to be replaced. Fluid leaked into boot is why I did not see this problem coming. A design flaw. 
91140 mi

C $1787
Both front struts replaced. One was leaking oil and causing a thunk in the front while going over bumps. 
104000 mi

C $1576
Replace two front strut assembly. Both upper control arms and bushings. 
55000 mi

US $100
Driver's seat track. 
77500 mi

US $815
A/C compressor stopped working. 
86000 mi

US $250
The plastic engine cool air pipe was leaking. 
91700 mi

US $406
AC compressor changed July 2015 under extended warranty changed again in July 2016 3 days prior to GM's 1 year part warranty expiring. 
95000 mi

US $1390
Both rear bearing/hub assemblies went bad and were making loud grinding noises. The 2 front strut assemblies were leaking and had to be changed. 
106552 mi

US $450
A/C compressor failed again for the 4th time. I was told the part number changed for the compressor so maybe GM has finally figured out they were producing an inferior/defective product and have made the needed correction to remedy the problem, hopefully forever. 
120000 mi

US $1200
Actuator that controls the flow of outside air would only close intermittently not allowing the inside of car to cool. 
55180 mi

C $900
Steering rack leaking badly. Previous attempt to use sealant failed. Steering rack needed to be replaced whole. 
56420 mi

C $180
A/C system was making noise. Analysis showed no freon. Recharge solved it. Likely a leak exists but none was found. 
58900 mi

C $812
Car display reported "low brake fluid". After the second visit to the dealer with this issue it was determined a caliper was leaking and needed replacing. That resolved the problem. 
61160 mi

C $1068
Air conditioning stopped working. Dealer found the high pressure switch, high side service port valve and condenser leaking. Parts replaced. 

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2010 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

69440 mi

C $535
Left rear wheel bearing. Right rear wheel bearing. 
89900 mi

C $1335
catalytic converter 

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2010 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

252-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

120200 mi

US $9700
Jumped timing, engine had to be replaced Wheel bearings again 

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2006 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

240-horsepower 3.6L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

76000 mi

US $1200
Replaced leaking rack and pinion system and several power steering hoses. 
95000 mi

US $800
Replaced power steering rack - failed seal at steering column causing loss of all power steering fluid. 

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2005 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

126000 mi

US $1800
Differential failure in transaxle, required rebuild 

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