2011 Buick LaCrosse Buick LaCrosse 2011

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2011 Buick LaCrosse repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (3%)

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2011 Buick LaCrosse suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (47%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

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

79000 mi

US $200
Noisy wheel bearings on drivers side. When, so changed both sides. 
161000 mi

US $25
Replacement of driver's side front wheel bearing due to ABS sensor ring failure. Bearing fine!!! Replaced right a year ago. When first ABS sensor ring failed. Was asked by dealer service writer if it failed when I braked when gong through water? And, both did fail when I entered a water puddle at slow speed and braked. 
46000 mi Model recall by GM 
88000 mi

US $107
ABS, traction control, service brake warning lights on. Had broken encoder ring on L/R wheel bearing for ABS system. Replaced wheel bearing hub assembly. 
136210 mi

US $721
Both rear wheel bearing and hub assemblies 
134900 mi

US $160
Right rear wheel bearing started making noise, several people correctly diagnosed the problem, the part was purchased and replaced by son in law 
156300 mi

US $280
Both front wheel bearings, rotors and brake pads 
186000 mi

US $200
Rear wheel noise noted. Checked stability of wheels and noted wheel bearings were bad 
195000 mi

US $150
While car was on hoist mechanic noticed the right rear coil spring was broken 
5000 mi Bad bushing on left rear wheel; bushing ordered and was called to have it replaced. However, not all parts were sent and had to be reordered. No follow up by dealer. I did it all. Repair appointment scheduled. 
6000 mi Bushing replaced, noise back after two days. Haven't taken it back to dealer for repair; on my schedule. Resolved the Koon's insurance is going to pay for "key scratches" to my vehicle while left at Koon's for repair. 
8000 mi Knocking noise in right rear when going over bump. Dealer advised that right rear stabilizer link needs to be replaced. Part ordered 
12000 mi Remove and reinstall sway bar links in right rear and added lock tite 

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2011 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan

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

8300 mi Steering column adjustment lever very hard to lock - replaced steering column - problem resolved 
82000 mi

US $665
Serivce stabilitrac and service brake assist lights would show intermittently. C0035 stored in ebcm. Found left front sensor ring is cracked and damaged sensor. Replaced left side front wheel bearing and speed sensor. 

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