2003 Buick Lesabre vs 2005 Buick Lesabre
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Buick Lesabre | 2005 Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 164 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 448 | 530 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,400 mi | 52,150 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 57 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 5 |
| Power Train | 18 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 5 |
| Visibility | 12 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 5 |
| Suspension | 7 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 8 |
| Stalling | 5 | 7 |
2003 Buick Lesabre
2005 Buick Lesabre
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.