1997 Buick Lesabre latches/locks/linkages problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 1997 Buick Lesabre — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact's friend owns a 1997 Buick LeSabre The contact stated that the hood was difficult to open and close. The latch was in the correct location. The contact stated that while her roommate was driving at 45 MPH, the hood opened and detached. The driver pulled over, and a 2012 Chevrolet…”
filed Feb 28, 2024
“Tl* the contact owns a 1997 buick lesabre. While driving unknown speeds, the driver side door latch failed to hook and lock, which caused the door to open. The door ajar warning indicator illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer…”
filed Oct 19, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Lesabre years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Lesabre | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 Lesabre | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 Lesabre | 5 | 1% |
| 1998 Lesabre | 1 | 0% |
| 1996 Lesabre | 2 | 2% |
| 1995 Lesabre | 1 | 1% |
| 1994 Lesabre | 2 | 1% |
| 1993 Lesabre | 2 | 1% |
| 1992 Lesabre | 3 | 2% |
| 1990 Lesabre | 1 | 2% |
| 1989 Lesabre | 1 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Buick Lesabre
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.