2007 Buick Lacrosse vs 2009 Buick Lacrosse
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 | 2007 Buick Lacrosse | 2009 Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 249 | 106 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 857 | 1,038 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 17 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,700 mi | 55,006 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lacrosse | Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 124 | 47 |
| Electrical System | 75 | 31 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 27 |
| Steering | 22 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 5 |
| Power Train | 10 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2007 Buick Lacrosse
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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.