2009 Buick Lacrosse vs 2011 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 | 2009 Buick Lacrosse | 2011 Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 169 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,038 | 1,641 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,006 mi | 55,900 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lacrosse | Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 31 | 32 |
| Exterior Lighting | 47 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 11 |
| Engine | 5 | 30 |
| Suspension | 0 | 27 |
| Power Train | 3 | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
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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.