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Buick Lucerne Problems

The Buick Lucerne was a full-size sedan produced from 2006-2011, serving as Buick's flagship vehicle during that period. With 2,642 complaints and 6 reported deaths, the Lucerne had notable quality issues, particularly in its first production year. The 2006 model year was plagued with problems, but quality improved substantially in later years.

2,642
Total Complaints
12
Total Recalls
6
Model Years
6
Reported Deaths
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2010 2011

Common Problem Categories

Electrical System 804
Fuel/propulsion System 210
Structure 200
Steering 168
Air Bags 158

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2011 118 2 8 12 Good
2010 154 2 8 4 Good
2009 364 2 22 46 Average
2008 640 2 38 88 Average
2007 454 2 62 0 Average
2006 912 2 100 6 Below Average

Buick Lucerne Years to Avoid

2006, 2007

Best Buick Lucerne Years

2011, 2010, 2009

Frequently Asked Questions