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14V355000 Jun 23, 2014 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if...

10V240000 Jun 4, 2010 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE E...

Complaints

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Jul 30, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,500 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the message "Add Engine Oil" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diag...

Jul 30, 2025 Power Train 138,500 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the message "Add Engine Oil" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diag...

Jul 30, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,500 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the message "Add Engine Oil" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diag...

Jul 30, 2025 Power Train 138,500 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the message "Add Engine Oil" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diag...

Jun 21, 2025 Electrical System Fire

I purchased the vehicle a week before the incident. There were no warning lights or messages and nothing to indicate there was a problem. I was driving in a crowded parking lot so I was going very slow. When I turned my car suddenly died. My husband was passenger and my daughter and 2 sons were in t...

Jun 21, 2025 Seats Fire

I purchased the vehicle a week before the incident. There were no warning lights or messages and nothing to indicate there was a problem. I was driving in a crowded parking lot so I was going very slow. When I turned my car suddenly died. My husband was passenger and my daughter and 2 sons were in t...

Jun 21, 2025 Electrical System Fire

I purchased the vehicle a week before the incident. There were no warning lights or messages and nothing to indicate there was a problem. I was driving in a crowded parking lot so I was going very slow. When I turned my car suddenly died. My husband was passenger and my daughter and 2 sons were in t...

Jun 21, 2025 Seats Fire

I purchased the vehicle a week before the incident. There were no warning lights or messages and nothing to indicate there was a problem. I was driving in a crowded parking lot so I was going very slow. When I turned my car suddenly died. My husband was passenger and my daughter and 2 sons were in t...

Apr 28, 2025 Electrical System 153,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel pump relay and fuse had melted, and the fuse box located underneath the rear seat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not ye...

Apr 28, 2025 Electrical System 153,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel pump relay and fuse had melted, and the fuse box located underneath the rear seat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not ye...

Sep 10, 2024 Electrical System Fire

Fuse box (rear) 2008 Buick Lucerne CXL. FUEL PUMP Relay burns fuses out quickly. The fuse box located under the back seat has been having issues of burning where the fuel pump relay is located. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it...

Sep 10, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

Fuse box (rear) 2008 Buick Lucerne CXL. FUEL PUMP Relay burns fuses out quickly. The fuse box located under the back seat has been having issues of burning where the fuel pump relay is located. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it...

Sep 10, 2024 Electrical System Fire

Fuse box (rear) 2008 Buick Lucerne CXL. FUEL PUMP Relay burns fuses out quickly. The fuse box located under the back seat has been having issues of burning where the fuel pump relay is located. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it...

Sep 10, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

Fuse box (rear) 2008 Buick Lucerne CXL. FUEL PUMP Relay burns fuses out quickly. The fuse box located under the back seat has been having issues of burning where the fuel pump relay is located. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it...

Jul 8, 2024 Electrical System 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V355000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount ...

Jul 8, 2024 Engine 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V355000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount ...

Jul 8, 2024 Electrical System 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V355000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount ...

Jul 8, 2024 Engine 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V355000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount ...

Jun 27, 2024 Unknown Or Other Fire

Electrical Relay/Fuse box in the back under the driver's side passenger seat. we thought at first it was the battery. We replaced the battery the connections. The car sometimes starts sometimes doesn't. We've messed with the relays pulling them out and back in and it trys to turn over clicks and doe...

Jun 27, 2024 Unknown Or Other Fire

Electrical Relay/Fuse box in the back under the driver's side passenger seat. we thought at first it was the battery. We replaced the battery the connections. The car sometimes starts sometimes doesn't. We've messed with the relays pulling them out and back in and it trys to turn over clicks and doe...

Jun 6, 2024 Electrical System 78,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that immediately after his wife had started the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently lost power and was unable to be restarted. After a visual inspection of the battery compartment, the contact observed that the fuse relay showed signs of an el...

Jun 6, 2024 Electrical System 78,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that immediately after his wife had started the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently lost power and was unable to be restarted. After a visual inspection of the battery compartment, the contact observed that the fuse relay showed signs of an el...

Apr 5, 2024 Electrical System

Vehicle shuts off due to fuel pump relay connection problem which is due to the back seat rubbing against the fuse box

Apr 5, 2024 Electrical System

Vehicle shuts off due to fuel pump relay connection problem which is due to the back seat rubbing against the fuse box

Mar 18, 2024 Electrical System

Our Buick Lucerne would crank but wouldn't turn over when trying to start after trying to pick up take out. 1) It was suggested to me by a passerby that it sounds like a fuel pump relay. 2)I started to smell something burning. The passerby who happens to be familiar with Buick Lucerne tried to help...

Mar 18, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System

Our Buick Lucerne would crank but wouldn't turn over when trying to start after trying to pick up take out. 1) It was suggested to me by a passerby that it sounds like a fuel pump relay. 2)I started to smell something burning. The passerby who happens to be familiar with Buick Lucerne tried to help...

Mar 18, 2024 Electrical System

Our Buick Lucerne would crank but wouldn't turn over when trying to start after trying to pick up take out. 1) It was suggested to me by a passerby that it sounds like a fuel pump relay. 2)I started to smell something burning. The passerby who happens to be familiar with Buick Lucerne tried to help...

Mar 18, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System

Our Buick Lucerne would crank but wouldn't turn over when trying to start after trying to pick up take out. 1) It was suggested to me by a passerby that it sounds like a fuel pump relay. 2)I started to smell something burning. The passerby who happens to be familiar with Buick Lucerne tried to help...

Nov 21, 2023 Electrical System

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. T...

Nov 21, 2023 Electrical System

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. T...

Nov 4, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The transmission started not shifting as I was driving down the road and the relay fuse box caught on fire and I think it’s where the back seat lays on top of the fuse box which rubs the fuses. Which is dangerous bc it catches on fire and could blow the car up while driving

Nov 4, 2023 Power Train Fire

The transmission started not shifting as I was driving down the road and the relay fuse box caught on fire and I think it’s where the back seat lays on top of the fuse box which rubs the fuses. Which is dangerous bc it catches on fire and could blow the car up while driving

Nov 4, 2023 Electrical System Fire

The transmission started not shifting as I was driving down the road and the relay fuse box caught on fire and I think it’s where the back seat lays on top of the fuse box which rubs the fuses. Which is dangerous bc it catches on fire and could blow the car up while driving

Nov 4, 2023 Power Train Fire

The transmission started not shifting as I was driving down the road and the relay fuse box caught on fire and I think it’s where the back seat lays on top of the fuse box which rubs the fuses. Which is dangerous bc it catches on fire and could blow the car up while driving

Oct 15, 2023 Electrical System

Vehicle refused to start. No warning light illuminated on dash. Checked Fuel Pump Relay and it was burned. Replaced and it keeps burning and getting extremely hot. Relay has been replaced x4. Fuse Box is starting to melt. Wiring to Fuel Pump is free of any corrosion on wiring/prongs. Interior starts...

Oct 15, 2023 Electrical System

Vehicle refused to start. No warning light illuminated on dash. Checked Fuel Pump Relay and it was burned. Replaced and it keeps burning and getting extremely hot. Relay has been replaced x4. Fuse Box is starting to melt. Wiring to Fuel Pump is free of any corrosion on wiring/prongs. Interior starts...

Oct 10, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

Bought my car Sept. 2022.Within the first couple of months I started having intermittent problems that seemed fuel related.After some research I found out my car had a TSB that has been out since 2016. With this knowledge I took the back seat out of my car and the problems all stopped.June of 2023 s...

Oct 10, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

Bought my car Sept. 2022.Within the first couple of months I started having intermittent problems that seemed fuel related.After some research I found out my car had a TSB that has been out since 2016. With this knowledge I took the back seat out of my car and the problems all stopped.June of 2023 s...

Sep 18, 2023 Electrical System

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned 🔥. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from NAPA. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it wa...

Sep 18, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned 🔥. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from NAPA. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it wa...

Sep 18, 2023 Engine

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned 🔥. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from NAPA. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it wa...

Sep 18, 2023 Electrical System

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned 🔥. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from NAPA. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it wa...

Sep 18, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned 🔥. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from NAPA. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it wa...

Sep 18, 2023 Engine

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned 🔥. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from NAPA. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it wa...

Jul 7, 2023 Electrical System 82,500 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after investigating the failure online, her husband purchased a fuse box relay from an unknown dealer and installed the part underneath the rear seats of the vehicle. The vehicle then ...

Jul 7, 2023 Electrical System 82,500 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after investigating the failure online, her husband purchased a fuse box relay from an unknown dealer and installed the part underneath the rear seats of the vehicle. The vehicle then ...

Jul 1, 2023 Electrical System

The fuse box under the back seat has been having issues of burning for the fuel pump relay. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it it catch fire under the back seat.

Jul 1, 2023 Electrical System

The fuse box under the back seat has been having issues of burning for the fuel pump relay. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it it catch fire under the back seat.

Jun 18, 2023 Electrical System

The fuse block is shorting out and melting and causing the fuel pump relay to burn.

Jun 18, 2023 Electrical System

The fuse block is shorting out and melting and causing the fuel pump relay to burn.

Jun 16, 2023 Electrical System 113,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the pressure from the rear driver's seat caused a short in the fuel pump and the relays, and that the fus...

Jun 16, 2023 Electrical System 113,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the pressure from the rear driver's seat caused a short in the fuel pump and the relays, and that the fus...

Jun 9, 2023 Electrical System

OUR FUZE BOX IS LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THE RELAY FUZE FOR THE FUEL PUMP MELTED SO BAD IT WAS HOT AND COULD OF CAUSED FIRE. AM HEARING ALOT OF PEOPLE SAYUNG THEY HAVE SAME ISSUE

Jun 9, 2023 Unknown Or Other

OUR FUZE BOX IS LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THE RELAY FUZE FOR THE FUEL PUMP MELTED SO BAD IT WAS HOT AND COULD OF CAUSED FIRE. AM HEARING ALOT OF PEOPLE SAYUNG THEY HAVE SAME ISSUE

Jun 9, 2023 Electrical System

OUR FUZE BOX IS LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THE RELAY FUZE FOR THE FUEL PUMP MELTED SO BAD IT WAS HOT AND COULD OF CAUSED FIRE. AM HEARING ALOT OF PEOPLE SAYUNG THEY HAVE SAME ISSUE

Jun 9, 2023 Unknown Or Other

OUR FUZE BOX IS LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THE RELAY FUZE FOR THE FUEL PUMP MELTED SO BAD IT WAS HOT AND COULD OF CAUSED FIRE. AM HEARING ALOT OF PEOPLE SAYUNG THEY HAVE SAME ISSUE

Apr 21, 2023 Electrical System 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while parked, the interior cabin lights became illuminated, and the vehicle failed to start. When the key was turned there was a clicking sound, but no warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that on one occasio...

Apr 21, 2023 Electrical System 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while parked, the interior cabin lights became illuminated, and the vehicle failed to start. When the key was turned there was a clicking sound, but no warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that on one occasio...

Apr 21, 2023 Electrical System 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while parked, the interior cabin lights became illuminated, and the vehicle failed to start. When the key was turned there was a clicking sound, but no warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that on one occasio...

Apr 21, 2023 Electrical System 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while parked, the interior cabin lights became illuminated, and the vehicle failed to start. When the key was turned there was a clicking sound, but no warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that on one occasio...

Mar 22, 2023 Electrical System

The rear fuse box burned out the fule pump relay because of the metal hooks for the seat hit it and pop the fuse out causing it to ark and burn out. I had to have the fule pump replaced twice as that what I was told at auto shops. Going on line was the only reason I found out about the fuse box. Aft...

Mar 22, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

The rear fuse box burned out the fule pump relay because of the metal hooks for the seat hit it and pop the fuse out causing it to ark and burn out. I had to have the fule pump replaced twice as that what I was told at auto shops. Going on line was the only reason I found out about the fuse box. Aft...

Mar 22, 2023 Electrical System

The rear fuse box burned out the fule pump relay because of the metal hooks for the seat hit it and pop the fuse out causing it to ark and burn out. I had to have the fule pump replaced twice as that what I was told at auto shops. Going on line was the only reason I found out about the fuse box. Aft...

Mar 22, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

The rear fuse box burned out the fule pump relay because of the metal hooks for the seat hit it and pop the fuse out causing it to ark and burn out. I had to have the fule pump replaced twice as that what I was told at auto shops. Going on line was the only reason I found out about the fuse box. Aft...

Dec 13, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The fuel pump relay keeps getting hot and burning, causing the car to not start or loosing power while driving. Lost power going up a hill and around curve with no place to pull over. Could have been hit when car died in blind spot in road. Looked it up and other people on line are saying it is the ...

Dec 13, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

The fuel pump relay keeps getting hot and burning, causing the car to not start or loosing power while driving. Lost power going up a hill and around curve with no place to pull over. Could have been hit when car died in blind spot in road. Looked it up and other people on line are saying it is the ...

Dec 13, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The fuel pump relay keeps getting hot and burning, causing the car to not start or loosing power while driving. Lost power going up a hill and around curve with no place to pull over. Could have been hit when car died in blind spot in road. Looked it up and other people on line are saying it is the ...

Dec 13, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

The fuel pump relay keeps getting hot and burning, causing the car to not start or loosing power while driving. Lost power going up a hill and around curve with no place to pull over. Could have been hit when car died in blind spot in road. Looked it up and other people on line are saying it is the ...

May 13, 2022 Electrical System

The fuel pump relay kept burning out. And caused the fuse box terminal heat damage. Almost started on fire and started smoking. Vehicle stalled out on the freeway and the Dept of Public safety towed my vehicle off the freeway.

May 13, 2022 Lane Departure

The fuel pump relay kept burning out. And caused the fuse box terminal heat damage. Almost started on fire and started smoking. Vehicle stalled out on the freeway and the Dept of Public safety towed my vehicle off the freeway.

May 13, 2022 Lane Departure

The fuel pump relay kept burning out. And caused the fuse box terminal heat damage. Almost started on fire and started smoking. Vehicle stalled out on the freeway and the Dept of Public safety towed my vehicle off the freeway.

May 13, 2022 Electrical System

The fuel pump relay kept burning out. And caused the fuse box terminal heat damage. Almost started on fire and started smoking. Vehicle stalled out on the freeway and the Dept of Public safety towed my vehicle off the freeway.

May 13, 2022 Lane Departure

The fuel pump relay kept burning out. And caused the fuse box terminal heat damage. Almost started on fire and started smoking. Vehicle stalled out on the freeway and the Dept of Public safety towed my vehicle off the freeway.

May 13, 2022 Lane Departure

The fuel pump relay kept burning out. And caused the fuse box terminal heat damage. Almost started on fire and started smoking. Vehicle stalled out on the freeway and the Dept of Public safety towed my vehicle off the freeway.

Mar 26, 2022 Electrical System

The crank shaft sensor went out and caused the steering and brakes to go out. It took out all communications with the car. I had had intermittent problems with it as it went out, and it didn't throw a code showing what the problem was. (I took it to AAMCO once and Goodyear twice before they could...

Mar 26, 2022 Electrical System

The crank shaft sensor went out and caused the steering and brakes to go out. It took out all communications with the car. I had had intermittent problems with it as it went out, and it didn't throw a code showing what the problem was. (I took it to AAMCO once and Goodyear twice before they could...

Mar 11, 2022 Engine

Engine coolant leak at engine timing belt cover per repair service. Not available for inspection , already had repaired (see attached invoice). Had to pull over on busy major roadway due to high temperature warning on temperature gauge. Problem confirmed by service center.

Mar 11, 2022 Engine

Engine coolant leak at engine timing belt cover per repair service. Not available for inspection , already had repaired (see attached invoice). Had to pull over on busy major roadway due to high temperature warning on temperature gauge. Problem confirmed by service center.

Nov 9, 2021 Engine 72,479 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was inspect...

Nov 9, 2021 Engine 72,479 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was inspect...

Aug 30, 2021 Electrical System

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. i don't drive every day 2. driving I-95 from VA to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accid...

Aug 30, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. i don't drive every day 2. driving I-95 from VA to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accid...

Aug 30, 2021 Engine

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. i don't drive every day 2. driving I-95 from VA to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accid...

Aug 30, 2021 Electrical System

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. i don't drive every day 2. driving I-95 from VA to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accid...

Aug 30, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. i don't drive every day 2. driving I-95 from VA to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accid...

Aug 30, 2021 Engine

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. i don't drive every day 2. driving I-95 from VA to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accid...

Aug 12, 2021 Electrical System

To start things off the car would crank but not start. My wife did some research and these cars have a problem with the fuel pump relay shorting out. So I replaced it and it fixed the problem for a few days. I was driving home from work and the car shut off. I could smell plastic burning. I pulled o...

Aug 12, 2021 Electrical System

To start things off the car would crank but not start. My wife did some research and these cars have a problem with the fuel pump relay shorting out. So I replaced it and it fixed the problem for a few days. I was driving home from work and the car shut off. I could smell plastic burning. I pulled o...

Jul 27, 2021 Electrical System Fire

-The electrical system failed, causing the fuel pump to not work properly due to design flaw in the backseat putting pressure on the fuse box which is located under the backseat. The spot where contact is made to the fuse box, is where the fuel pump relay is. Pressure from the seat bracket (with or ...

Jul 27, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

-The electrical system failed, causing the fuel pump to not work properly due to design flaw in the backseat putting pressure on the fuse box which is located under the backseat. The spot where contact is made to the fuse box, is where the fuel pump relay is. Pressure from the seat bracket (with or ...

Jul 27, 2021 Seats Fire

-The electrical system failed, causing the fuel pump to not work properly due to design flaw in the backseat putting pressure on the fuse box which is located under the backseat. The spot where contact is made to the fuse box, is where the fuel pump relay is. Pressure from the seat bracket (with or ...

Jul 27, 2021 Electrical System Fire

-The electrical system failed, causing the fuel pump to not work properly due to design flaw in the backseat putting pressure on the fuse box which is located under the backseat. The spot where contact is made to the fuse box, is where the fuel pump relay is. Pressure from the seat bracket (with or ...

Jul 27, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

-The electrical system failed, causing the fuel pump to not work properly due to design flaw in the backseat putting pressure on the fuse box which is located under the backseat. The spot where contact is made to the fuse box, is where the fuel pump relay is. Pressure from the seat bracket (with or ...

Jul 27, 2021 Seats Fire

-The electrical system failed, causing the fuel pump to not work properly due to design flaw in the backseat putting pressure on the fuse box which is located under the backseat. The spot where contact is made to the fuse box, is where the fuel pump relay is. Pressure from the seat bracket (with or ...

Jul 5, 2021 Electrical System

I keep fixing this car for the last 11 months , and still can not drive it after $5,000 in repairs, the car stops in the middle of the intersection , on the freeway several times. I went to different mechanics, the dealership to, they keep fixing it, charging me, but the car is still not fixed. I'm ...

Jul 5, 2021 Electrical System

I keep fixing this car for the last 11 months , and still can not drive it after $5,000 in repairs, the car stops in the middle of the intersection , on the freeway several times. I went to different mechanics, the dealership to, they keep fixing it, charging me, but the car is still not fixed. I'm ...

May 1, 2021 Electrical System 117,000 mi

WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR OVER A YEAR AGO THERE WERE 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THAT MY CAR WOULD NOT START SO I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP THAT I BOUGHT IT FROM AND THEY EXPLAINED TO ME THAT IT WAS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM WITH THAT MODEL FOR THE FUEL PUMP RELAY TO GO OUT AND AFTER A COUPLE TIMES OF IT GOI...

May 1, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 117,000 mi

WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR OVER A YEAR AGO THERE WERE 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THAT MY CAR WOULD NOT START SO I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP THAT I BOUGHT IT FROM AND THEY EXPLAINED TO ME THAT IT WAS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM WITH THAT MODEL FOR THE FUEL PUMP RELAY TO GO OUT AND AFTER A COUPLE TIMES OF IT GOI...

May 1, 2021 Electrical System 117,000 mi

WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR OVER A YEAR AGO THERE WERE 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THAT MY CAR WOULD NOT START SO I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP THAT I BOUGHT IT FROM AND THEY EXPLAINED TO ME THAT IT WAS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM WITH THAT MODEL FOR THE FUEL PUMP RELAY TO GO OUT AND AFTER A COUPLE TIMES OF IT GOI...

May 1, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 117,000 mi

WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR OVER A YEAR AGO THERE WERE 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THAT MY CAR WOULD NOT START SO I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP THAT I BOUGHT IT FROM AND THEY EXPLAINED TO ME THAT IT WAS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM WITH THAT MODEL FOR THE FUEL PUMP RELAY TO GO OUT AND AFTER A COUPLE TIMES OF IT GOI...

Apr 29, 2021 Electrical System 116,000 mi

RECENTLY REPLACED FUEL PUMP. AFTER REPAIR, CAR WAS STILL A CRANK/NO START. REPLACED FUEL PUMP RELAY WHICH HAD OBVIOUS BURN/SCORCHING EVIDENCE, AS WELL AS MELTING AROUND FEMALE PORT ON THE FUSE BOX. SINCE THEN HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 OTHER NEW FUEL PUMP RELAYS DUE TO PROBLEM OF EXCESSIVE HEAT OR ELE...

Apr 29, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 116,000 mi

RECENTLY REPLACED FUEL PUMP. AFTER REPAIR, CAR WAS STILL A CRANK/NO START. REPLACED FUEL PUMP RELAY WHICH HAD OBVIOUS BURN/SCORCHING EVIDENCE, AS WELL AS MELTING AROUND FEMALE PORT ON THE FUSE BOX. SINCE THEN HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 OTHER NEW FUEL PUMP RELAYS DUE TO PROBLEM OF EXCESSIVE HEAT OR ELE...

Apr 29, 2021 Electrical System 116,000 mi

RECENTLY REPLACED FUEL PUMP. AFTER REPAIR, CAR WAS STILL A CRANK/NO START. REPLACED FUEL PUMP RELAY WHICH HAD OBVIOUS BURN/SCORCHING EVIDENCE, AS WELL AS MELTING AROUND FEMALE PORT ON THE FUSE BOX. SINCE THEN HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 OTHER NEW FUEL PUMP RELAYS DUE TO PROBLEM OF EXCESSIVE HEAT OR ELE...

Apr 29, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 116,000 mi

RECENTLY REPLACED FUEL PUMP. AFTER REPAIR, CAR WAS STILL A CRANK/NO START. REPLACED FUEL PUMP RELAY WHICH HAD OBVIOUS BURN/SCORCHING EVIDENCE, AS WELL AS MELTING AROUND FEMALE PORT ON THE FUSE BOX. SINCE THEN HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 OTHER NEW FUEL PUMP RELAYS DUE TO PROBLEM OF EXCESSIVE HEAT OR ELE...

Apr 26, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 142,000 mi

FUEL SUPPLY LINE AT FIREWALL RETAINER SEVERELY RUSTED, COULD LEAK SPRAYING FUEL ON ENGINE OR EXHAUST CAUSING FIRE

Apr 26, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 142,000 mi

FUEL SUPPLY LINE AT FIREWALL RETAINER SEVERELY RUSTED, COULD LEAK SPRAYING FUEL ON ENGINE OR EXHAUST CAUSING FIRE

Dec 20, 2020 Electrical System Fire 122,840 mi

CAR WOULDN'T START KEPT TRYING TO START IT AND IT WOULD MAKE A CLICKING NOISE AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN A SMALL ELECTRICAL FIRE STAFFED IN THE FUSE BOX IN THE REAR SEAT OF CAR

Dec 20, 2020 Electrical System Fire 122,840 mi

CAR WOULDN'T START KEPT TRYING TO START IT AND IT WOULD MAKE A CLICKING NOISE AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN A SMALL ELECTRICAL FIRE STAFFED IN THE FUSE BOX IN THE REAR SEAT OF CAR

Nov 30, 2020 Electrical System Fire 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A BURNING PLASTIC ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT WAS HOT TO THE TOUCH AND THE RELAYS INSIDE HA...

Nov 30, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A BURNING PLASTIC ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT WAS HOT TO THE TOUCH AND THE RELAYS INSIDE HA...

Nov 30, 2020 Electrical System Fire 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A BURNING PLASTIC ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT WAS HOT TO THE TOUCH AND THE RELAYS INSIDE HA...

Nov 30, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A BURNING PLASTIC ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT WAS HOT TO THE TOUCH AND THE RELAYS INSIDE HA...

Oct 20, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 80,000 mi

FUEL RELAY WENT OUT 2X, THE SECOND IT ALMOST CAUGHT THE CAR ON FIRE. THE CAR FILLED WITH SMOKE. ITS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT OF THE CAR. CALLED DEALERSHIP SAID THERE WAS A RECALL TO BRING IT IN, NOW THE DEALERSHIP IS SAYING THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED, AND WANTS $1700 TO FIX.IF I'D BEEN DRIVING IT W...

Oct 20, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 80,000 mi

FUEL RELAY WENT OUT 2X, THE SECOND IT ALMOST CAUGHT THE CAR ON FIRE. THE CAR FILLED WITH SMOKE. ITS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT OF THE CAR. CALLED DEALERSHIP SAID THERE WAS A RECALL TO BRING IT IN, NOW THE DEALERSHIP IS SAYING THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED, AND WANTS $1700 TO FIX.IF I'D BEEN DRIVING IT W...

Sep 28, 2020 Engine 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE JERKED WITH AN ABNORMAL THUD BEFORE RESPONDING. MIKE HAGGERTY BUICK GMC, INC. (9301 S CICERO AVE, OAK LAWN, IL 60453; (708) 762-9813) WAS CONTACTED AND THE CONTACT WAS INF...

Sep 28, 2020 Engine 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE JERKED WITH AN ABNORMAL THUD BEFORE RESPONDING. MIKE HAGGERTY BUICK GMC, INC. (9301 S CICERO AVE, OAK LAWN, IL 60453; (708) 762-9813) WAS CONTACTED AND THE CONTACT WAS INF...

Sep 15, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 200 mi

CAR CRANKED BUT DOES NOT START. JUST REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WITH OEM AND FUEL PUMP. WORKED. ONE DAY LATER, DOESN'T WORK. THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS BURNT. SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM IN THE CHAT BOXES FOR THIS CAR. I WAS TOLD THERE IS A TECH NEW BULLETIN ON THIS.

Sep 15, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 200 mi

CAR CRANKED BUT DOES NOT START. JUST REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WITH OEM AND FUEL PUMP. WORKED. ONE DAY LATER, DOESN'T WORK. THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS BURNT. SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM IN THE CHAT BOXES FOR THIS CAR. I WAS TOLD THERE IS A TECH NEW BULLETIN ON THIS.

Sep 11, 2020 Engine 56,000 mi

THE ENGINE IT'S SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING, AND AFTER IT GETS COLD IT WILL RESTART, BUT AFTER DRIVING AGAIN ANOTHER FEW MILES IT WILL SHUT OFF AGAIN. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ON, SO NO MECHANIC TO TELL ME WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. I EVEN CALLED THE DEALER, AND I WAS TOLD THAT THEY CAN'T DIAGNOSE THE CAR BECAU...

Sep 11, 2020 Engine 56,000 mi

THE ENGINE IT'S SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING, AND AFTER IT GETS COLD IT WILL RESTART, BUT AFTER DRIVING AGAIN ANOTHER FEW MILES IT WILL SHUT OFF AGAIN. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ON, SO NO MECHANIC TO TELL ME WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. I EVEN CALLED THE DEALER, AND I WAS TOLD THAT THEY CAN'T DIAGNOSE THE CAR BECAU...

Aug 3, 2020 Electrical System Fire 82,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED A FUSE BLOCK MELTED DUE TO THE FUEL RELAY UNDER THE REAR SEAT MALFUNCTIONING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL YEARS AGO, AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHOM INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THE FAILURE. TH...

Aug 3, 2020 Electrical System Fire 82,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED A FUSE BLOCK MELTED DUE TO THE FUEL RELAY UNDER THE REAR SEAT MALFUNCTIONING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL YEARS AGO, AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHOM INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THE FAILURE. TH...

Apr 20, 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS AT STAND STILL AT A HOSPITAL PARKING LOT, WHEN HE ENTERED THE VEHICLE AND DETECTED PLASTIC BURNING ODOR AS THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE AND TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED AN IN...

Apr 20, 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS AT STAND STILL AT A HOSPITAL PARKING LOT, WHEN HE ENTERED THE VEHICLE AND DETECTED PLASTIC BURNING ODOR AS THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE AND TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED AN IN...

Jan 23, 2020 Electrical System 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUSE PANEL LOCATED IN THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT WAS INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT, BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND TPMS WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATE...

Jan 23, 2020 Electrical System 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUSE PANEL LOCATED IN THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT WAS INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT, BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND TPMS WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATE...

Nov 25, 2019 Engine 60,000 mi

THE FRONT ENGINE MOUNT HAS BROKEN AND BEEN REPLACED TWO TIMES IN UNDER 100K MILES. LOUD CLUNK IS PRESENT ON TAKE OFF, SHAKING AND VIBRATION WHEN ACCELERATING IS PRESENT TOO. THE FIRST TIME WAS JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY AT 60K MILES.

Nov 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

THE FRONT ENGINE MOUNT HAS BROKEN AND BEEN REPLACED TWO TIMES IN UNDER 100K MILES. LOUD CLUNK IS PRESENT ON TAKE OFF, SHAKING AND VIBRATION WHEN ACCELERATING IS PRESENT TOO. THE FIRST TIME WAS JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY AT 60K MILES.

Nov 25, 2019 Engine 60,000 mi

THE FRONT ENGINE MOUNT HAS BROKEN AND BEEN REPLACED TWO TIMES IN UNDER 100K MILES. LOUD CLUNK IS PRESENT ON TAKE OFF, SHAKING AND VIBRATION WHEN ACCELERATING IS PRESENT TOO. THE FIRST TIME WAS JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY AT 60K MILES.

Nov 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

THE FRONT ENGINE MOUNT HAS BROKEN AND BEEN REPLACED TWO TIMES IN UNDER 100K MILES. LOUD CLUNK IS PRESENT ON TAKE OFF, SHAKING AND VIBRATION WHEN ACCELERATING IS PRESENT TOO. THE FIRST TIME WAS JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY AT 60K MILES.

Nov 10, 2019 Electrical System Fire

CAR HAS GONE THROUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSES IN 3 MONTHS LAST ONE STARTED ON FIRE JUST FROM STARTING VEHICLE

Nov 10, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

CAR HAS GONE THROUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSES IN 3 MONTHS LAST ONE STARTED ON FIRE JUST FROM STARTING VEHICLE

Nov 10, 2019 Electrical System Fire

CAR HAS GONE THROUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSES IN 3 MONTHS LAST ONE STARTED ON FIRE JUST FROM STARTING VEHICLE

Nov 10, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

CAR HAS GONE THROUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSES IN 3 MONTHS LAST ONE STARTED ON FIRE JUST FROM STARTING VEHICLE

Nov 7, 2019 Fuel System, Gasoline 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD CRANK, BUT THERE WAS NO FUEL BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL RELAY BOTH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Nov 7, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD CRANK, BUT THERE WAS NO FUEL BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL RELAY BOTH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Nov 7, 2019 Electrical System 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD CRANK, BUT THERE WAS NO FUEL BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL RELAY BOTH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Nov 7, 2019 Fuel System, Gasoline 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD CRANK, BUT THERE WAS NO FUEL BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL RELAY BOTH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Nov 7, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD CRANK, BUT THERE WAS NO FUEL BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL RELAY BOTH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Nov 7, 2019 Electrical System 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD CRANK, BUT THERE WAS NO FUEL BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL RELAY BOTH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Oct 15, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 119,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING FOR OVER AN HOUR, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE FUEL PUMP FUSE BURNED OUT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 9-5583355801. THE MANUFACTUR...

Oct 15, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 119,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING FOR OVER AN HOUR, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE FUEL PUMP FUSE BURNED OUT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 9-5583355801. THE MANUFACTUR...

Oct 14, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 64,886 mi

HAD TO REPLACE A GMC PLASTIC GAS TANK DUE TO FUEL LEAK AROUND A EMISSIONS VENT ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK. EVERY TIME THE CAR WOULD TAKE A TURN, FUEL WOULD POUR OUT FROM THE POOR CONFIGURATION & MATERIAL CRAFTSMANSHIP OF TANK AROUND THE VENT CAP. FLASH BACK TO THE FORD PINTO ISSUES OF THE 70'S. CAR HAS...

Oct 14, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 64,886 mi

HAD TO REPLACE A GMC PLASTIC GAS TANK DUE TO FUEL LEAK AROUND A EMISSIONS VENT ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK. EVERY TIME THE CAR WOULD TAKE A TURN, FUEL WOULD POUR OUT FROM THE POOR CONFIGURATION & MATERIAL CRAFTSMANSHIP OF TANK AROUND THE VENT CAP. FLASH BACK TO THE FORD PINTO ISSUES OF THE 70'S. CAR HAS...

Oct 7, 2019 Air Bags Crash 203,500 mi

AUTO WAS IN ACCIDENT. LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, IN FRONT OF L WHEEL. BASICALLY, CAR WAS RUN OVER. SEE PHOTOS. AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF. ACCIDENT ON 8-28-2019. CAR BEING HELD IN CASE NHTSA WANTS TO INSPECT IT. PLEASE CONTACT ME SO I MAY NOTIFY INS. CO. REGARDING STATUS OF SAID CAR, ACCIDENT AND IF TH...

Oct 7, 2019 Structure Crash 203,500 mi

AUTO WAS IN ACCIDENT. LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, IN FRONT OF L WHEEL. BASICALLY, CAR WAS RUN OVER. SEE PHOTOS. AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF. ACCIDENT ON 8-28-2019. CAR BEING HELD IN CASE NHTSA WANTS TO INSPECT IT. PLEASE CONTACT ME SO I MAY NOTIFY INS. CO. REGARDING STATUS OF SAID CAR, ACCIDENT AND IF TH...

Oct 7, 2019 Air Bags Crash 203,500 mi

AUTO WAS IN ACCIDENT. LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, IN FRONT OF L WHEEL. BASICALLY, CAR WAS RUN OVER. SEE PHOTOS. AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF. ACCIDENT ON 8-28-2019. CAR BEING HELD IN CASE NHTSA WANTS TO INSPECT IT. PLEASE CONTACT ME SO I MAY NOTIFY INS. CO. REGARDING STATUS OF SAID CAR, ACCIDENT AND IF TH...

Oct 7, 2019 Structure Crash 203,500 mi

AUTO WAS IN ACCIDENT. LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, IN FRONT OF L WHEEL. BASICALLY, CAR WAS RUN OVER. SEE PHOTOS. AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF. ACCIDENT ON 8-28-2019. CAR BEING HELD IN CASE NHTSA WANTS TO INSPECT IT. PLEASE CONTACT ME SO I MAY NOTIFY INS. CO. REGARDING STATUS OF SAID CAR, ACCIDENT AND IF TH...

Sep 22, 2019 Electrical System 104,242 mi

WITHIN THE LAST MONTH, MY CAR HAS BURNED THOUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAYS. ONE CONNECTION IS BUBBLING UP IN A CERTAIN SPOT. THE FUSE BOX IS HOT TO THE TOUCH, AND A GLOVE WAS NEEDED TO PULL THE FUEL RELAY OUT AND THE BUBBLING IS NOW APPARENT ON THE FUSE BOX ITSELF. I HAD JUST FINISHED A 260 MILE ROUND TRIP ...

Sep 22, 2019 Seats 104,242 mi

WITHIN THE LAST MONTH, MY CAR HAS BURNED THOUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAYS. ONE CONNECTION IS BUBBLING UP IN A CERTAIN SPOT. THE FUSE BOX IS HOT TO THE TOUCH, AND A GLOVE WAS NEEDED TO PULL THE FUEL RELAY OUT AND THE BUBBLING IS NOW APPARENT ON THE FUSE BOX ITSELF. I HAD JUST FINISHED A 260 MILE ROUND TRIP ...

Sep 22, 2019 Electrical System 104,242 mi

WITHIN THE LAST MONTH, MY CAR HAS BURNED THOUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAYS. ONE CONNECTION IS BUBBLING UP IN A CERTAIN SPOT. THE FUSE BOX IS HOT TO THE TOUCH, AND A GLOVE WAS NEEDED TO PULL THE FUEL RELAY OUT AND THE BUBBLING IS NOW APPARENT ON THE FUSE BOX ITSELF. I HAD JUST FINISHED A 260 MILE ROUND TRIP ...

Sep 22, 2019 Seats 104,242 mi

WITHIN THE LAST MONTH, MY CAR HAS BURNED THOUGH 3 FUEL PUMP RELAYS. ONE CONNECTION IS BUBBLING UP IN A CERTAIN SPOT. THE FUSE BOX IS HOT TO THE TOUCH, AND A GLOVE WAS NEEDED TO PULL THE FUEL RELAY OUT AND THE BUBBLING IS NOW APPARENT ON THE FUSE BOX ITSELF. I HAD JUST FINISHED A 260 MILE ROUND TRIP ...

Sep 12, 2019 Electrical System 112,000 mi

CAR WAS STATIONARY FUEL RELAY BURNT OUT. WE REPLACED IT AND NEW ONE WENT OUT. THOUGHT IT WAS FUEL PUMP. REPLACED PUMP AND STILL WOULDN'T CRANK. REALISED THE FUSE BLOCK IS BAD. SAW ONLINE WHERE THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE. WE ARE HAVING A HARD TIME FINDING THE CORRECT BLOCK. ORDERED ONE FROM GM ONLINE...

Sep 12, 2019 Electrical System 112,000 mi

CAR WAS STATIONARY FUEL RELAY BURNT OUT. WE REPLACED IT AND NEW ONE WENT OUT. THOUGHT IT WAS FUEL PUMP. REPLACED PUMP AND STILL WOULDN'T CRANK. REALISED THE FUSE BLOCK IS BAD. SAW ONLINE WHERE THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE. WE ARE HAVING A HARD TIME FINDING THE CORRECT BLOCK. ORDERED ONE FROM GM ONLINE...

Sep 3, 2019 Electrical System 72,000 mi

IN THE LAST MONTH AND A HALF MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE HAS BURNED UP SIX FUEL PUMP RELAYS IT KEEPS MELTING THE RELAYS AND THE FUSE BLOCK I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT COULD CATCH ON FIRE THIS SHOULD DEFINITELY BE RECALLED

Sep 3, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

IN THE LAST MONTH AND A HALF MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE HAS BURNED UP SIX FUEL PUMP RELAYS IT KEEPS MELTING THE RELAYS AND THE FUSE BLOCK I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT COULD CATCH ON FIRE THIS SHOULD DEFINITELY BE RECALLED

Sep 3, 2019 Electrical System 72,000 mi

IN THE LAST MONTH AND A HALF MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE HAS BURNED UP SIX FUEL PUMP RELAYS IT KEEPS MELTING THE RELAYS AND THE FUSE BLOCK I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT COULD CATCH ON FIRE THIS SHOULD DEFINITELY BE RECALLED

Sep 3, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

IN THE LAST MONTH AND A HALF MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE HAS BURNED UP SIX FUEL PUMP RELAYS IT KEEPS MELTING THE RELAYS AND THE FUSE BLOCK I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT COULD CATCH ON FIRE THIS SHOULD DEFINITELY BE RECALLED

Aug 16, 2019 Electrical System 164,000 mi

REAR SEAT MAKES CONTACT WITH TOP OF FUSE BLOCK COVER CAUSING IT TO PUSH AGINST FUEL PUMP RELAY CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND BURN OUT. THIS RELAY GETS HEATED TO THE POINT THAT IT COULD PRESENT A FIRE HAZARD. DUE TO THE HEAT IT GENERATES, IT MELTS THE FUSE BLOCK CAUSING IT TO HAVE TO BE REPLACED. BACK ...

Aug 16, 2019 Electrical System 164,000 mi

REAR SEAT MAKES CONTACT WITH TOP OF FUSE BLOCK COVER CAUSING IT TO PUSH AGINST FUEL PUMP RELAY CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND BURN OUT. THIS RELAY GETS HEATED TO THE POINT THAT IT COULD PRESENT A FIRE HAZARD. DUE TO THE HEAT IT GENERATES, IT MELTS THE FUSE BLOCK CAUSING IT TO HAVE TO BE REPLACED. BACK ...

Jul 15, 2019 Electrical System 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUSE BOX FAILED THREE TIMES IN THREE MONTHS. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING, A BURNING ODOR WAS DETECTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, OPENED THE BACK SEAT OF TH...

Jul 15, 2019 Electrical System 124,000 mi

I RECEIVE A LETTER FROM GM STATING THAT THE REAR SEAT BRACKETS MAY CONTACT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSING DAMAGE INCLUDING FIRES AND DRAINING OF THE BATTER. THE LETTER FURTHER GAVE A VERY NARROW TIME FRAME AS WELL AS CONDITIONS WHERE OWNERS COULD GET REIMBURSEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE PROBLEM WHICH PROH...

Jul 15, 2019 Electrical System 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUSE BOX FAILED THREE TIMES IN THREE MONTHS. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING, A BURNING ODOR WAS DETECTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, OPENED THE BACK SEAT OF TH...

Jul 15, 2019 Electrical System 124,000 mi

I RECEIVE A LETTER FROM GM STATING THAT THE REAR SEAT BRACKETS MAY CONTACT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSING DAMAGE INCLUDING FIRES AND DRAINING OF THE BATTER. THE LETTER FURTHER GAVE A VERY NARROW TIME FRAME AS WELL AS CONDITIONS WHERE OWNERS COULD GET REIMBURSEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE PROBLEM WHICH PROH...

Jun 18, 2019 Engine Fire 211,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART AND TOWED TO A TRUCK STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INVESTIGATING THE FAILURE, DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS MELTED A...

Jun 18, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 211,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART AND TOWED TO A TRUCK STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INVESTIGATING THE FAILURE, DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS MELTED A...

Jun 18, 2019 Engine Fire 211,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART AND TOWED TO A TRUCK STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INVESTIGATING THE FAILURE, DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS MELTED A...

Jun 18, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 211,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART AND TOWED TO A TRUCK STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INVESTIGATING THE FAILURE, DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS MELTED A...

May 26, 2019 Electrical System 85,000 mi

FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT OVERHEATS AND BURNS OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY ALONG WITH THE FUSE BOX. UNSAFE IF IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING

May 26, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 85,000 mi

FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT OVERHEATS AND BURNS OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY ALONG WITH THE FUSE BOX. UNSAFE IF IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING

May 26, 2019 Electrical System 85,000 mi

FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT OVERHEATS AND BURNS OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY ALONG WITH THE FUSE BOX. UNSAFE IF IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING

May 26, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 85,000 mi

FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT OVERHEATS AND BURNS OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY ALONG WITH THE FUSE BOX. UNSAFE IF IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING

May 6, 2019 Electrical System 64,000 mi

I RECEIVED A LETTER IN JANUARY, 2019 REGARDING THIS VEHICLE, STATING THAT THE "VEHICLE'S REAR SEAT BRACKET COULD CONTACT THE VEHICLE'S REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER (REC), WHICH CAN, OVER TIME, DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WITHIN THE REC ENCLOSURE. IF DAMAGE OCCURS, THE COMPONENTS CAN MELT OR OVERHEAT, WHI...

May 6, 2019 Electrical System 64,000 mi

I RECEIVED A LETTER IN JANUARY, 2019 REGARDING THIS VEHICLE, STATING THAT THE "VEHICLE'S REAR SEAT BRACKET COULD CONTACT THE VEHICLE'S REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER (REC), WHICH CAN, OVER TIME, DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WITHIN THE REC ENCLOSURE. IF DAMAGE OCCURS, THE COMPONENTS CAN MELT OR OVERHEAT, WHI...

Apr 17, 2019 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR VEHICLE REPAIRS. *LD THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR REPAIRS TO THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER. THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED THE MILEAGE PARAMETERS. *JS

Apr 17, 2019 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR VEHICLE REPAIRS. *LD THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR REPAIRS TO THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER. THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED THE MILEAGE PARAMETERS. *JS

Apr 16, 2019 Electrical System 67,249 mi

TWICE IN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS THERE HAS BEEN A SHORT IN THE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN MY BATTERY GETTING DRAINED. I COULD NOT GET TO MY TOOLS IN THE TRUNK BECAUSE I COULD NOT GET THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND I COULD NOT OPEN IT MANUALLY. THE SHORT HAS BEEN DUE TO AN ELECTRIC...

Apr 16, 2019 Electrical System 67,249 mi

TWICE IN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS THERE HAS BEEN A SHORT IN THE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN MY BATTERY GETTING DRAINED. I COULD NOT GET TO MY TOOLS IN THE TRUNK BECAUSE I COULD NOT GET THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND I COULD NOT OPEN IT MANUALLY. THE SHORT HAS BEEN DUE TO AN ELECTRIC...

Apr 14, 2019 Electrical System Fire 118,000 mi

FULE PUMP RELAY FUSE BOX COUGHT FIRE

Apr 14, 2019 Electrical System Fire 118,000 mi

FULE PUMP RELAY FUSE BOX COUGHT FIRE

Apr 11, 2019 Electrical System

MY CAR SHUT OFF WILL NOT START WITH KEY IN THE IGNITION, AND WHEN STARTED WITH THE KEYLESS REMOTE IT STILL WILL NOT MOVE AND CAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF PARK. THE WHOLE ENTIRE IGNITION SYSTEM IS LOCKED UP. I TRIED MY SPARE KEY THE CAR HAS SHUT DOWN AND IT HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY.

Apr 11, 2019 Steering

MY CAR SHUT OFF WILL NOT START WITH KEY IN THE IGNITION, AND WHEN STARTED WITH THE KEYLESS REMOTE IT STILL WILL NOT MOVE AND CAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF PARK. THE WHOLE ENTIRE IGNITION SYSTEM IS LOCKED UP. I TRIED MY SPARE KEY THE CAR HAS SHUT DOWN AND IT HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY.

Apr 11, 2019 Electrical System

MY CAR SHUT OFF WILL NOT START WITH KEY IN THE IGNITION, AND WHEN STARTED WITH THE KEYLESS REMOTE IT STILL WILL NOT MOVE AND CAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF PARK. THE WHOLE ENTIRE IGNITION SYSTEM IS LOCKED UP. I TRIED MY SPARE KEY THE CAR HAS SHUT DOWN AND IT HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY.

Apr 11, 2019 Steering

MY CAR SHUT OFF WILL NOT START WITH KEY IN THE IGNITION, AND WHEN STARTED WITH THE KEYLESS REMOTE IT STILL WILL NOT MOVE AND CAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF PARK. THE WHOLE ENTIRE IGNITION SYSTEM IS LOCKED UP. I TRIED MY SPARE KEY THE CAR HAS SHUT DOWN AND IT HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY.

Apr 7, 2019 Electrical System 97,000 mi

EXPERIENCED A CRANK NO START ON MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE, DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND THIS MAKE/MODEL/YEAR HAS A LONG HISTORY OF ISSUES WITH THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER DUE TO THE PLACEMENT UNDER THE BACK SEAT. THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSE WAS EXTREMELY BURNT AND NOTICED THE FUSE BOX WAS MELTED NEAR THE RELA...

Apr 7, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 97,000 mi

EXPERIENCED A CRANK NO START ON MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE, DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND THIS MAKE/MODEL/YEAR HAS A LONG HISTORY OF ISSUES WITH THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER DUE TO THE PLACEMENT UNDER THE BACK SEAT. THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSE WAS EXTREMELY BURNT AND NOTICED THE FUSE BOX WAS MELTED NEAR THE RELA...

Apr 7, 2019 Electrical System 97,000 mi

EXPERIENCED A CRANK NO START ON MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE, DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND THIS MAKE/MODEL/YEAR HAS A LONG HISTORY OF ISSUES WITH THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER DUE TO THE PLACEMENT UNDER THE BACK SEAT. THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSE WAS EXTREMELY BURNT AND NOTICED THE FUSE BOX WAS MELTED NEAR THE RELA...

Apr 7, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 97,000 mi

EXPERIENCED A CRANK NO START ON MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE, DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND THIS MAKE/MODEL/YEAR HAS A LONG HISTORY OF ISSUES WITH THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER DUE TO THE PLACEMENT UNDER THE BACK SEAT. THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSE WAS EXTREMELY BURNT AND NOTICED THE FUSE BOX WAS MELTED NEAR THE RELA...

Mar 12, 2019 Electrical System 130,000 mi

CAR WOULDN'T START CHECKED FUSE PANEL AND FUEL PUMP RELAY TERMINAL IS MELTED UPON FURTHER RESEARCH THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE IN THE 2008-2011 BUICK LUCERNE MODELS CAUSED BY THE PANEL BEING DIRECTLY UNDER THE REAR SEAT BRACKET. BRACKET APPLIES PRESSURE TO PANEL LID WHICH INTERN PUSHES AND APPLIES P...

Mar 12, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 130,000 mi

CAR WOULDN'T START CHECKED FUSE PANEL AND FUEL PUMP RELAY TERMINAL IS MELTED UPON FURTHER RESEARCH THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE IN THE 2008-2011 BUICK LUCERNE MODELS CAUSED BY THE PANEL BEING DIRECTLY UNDER THE REAR SEAT BRACKET. BRACKET APPLIES PRESSURE TO PANEL LID WHICH INTERN PUSHES AND APPLIES P...

Mar 12, 2019 Electrical System 130,000 mi

CAR WOULDN'T START CHECKED FUSE PANEL AND FUEL PUMP RELAY TERMINAL IS MELTED UPON FURTHER RESEARCH THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE IN THE 2008-2011 BUICK LUCERNE MODELS CAUSED BY THE PANEL BEING DIRECTLY UNDER THE REAR SEAT BRACKET. BRACKET APPLIES PRESSURE TO PANEL LID WHICH INTERN PUSHES AND APPLIES P...

Mar 12, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 130,000 mi

CAR WOULDN'T START CHECKED FUSE PANEL AND FUEL PUMP RELAY TERMINAL IS MELTED UPON FURTHER RESEARCH THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE IN THE 2008-2011 BUICK LUCERNE MODELS CAUSED BY THE PANEL BEING DIRECTLY UNDER THE REAR SEAT BRACKET. BRACKET APPLIES PRESSURE TO PANEL LID WHICH INTERN PUSHES AND APPLIES P...

Jan 21, 2019 Electrical System 26,000 mi

I RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM BUICK ON FRIDAY, JAN 18, 2019 STATING THAT THE REAR SEAT BRACKET MAY BE CONTACTING THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER (REC) WHICH CAUSES AN SMOKEY ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. REIMBURSEMENT IS ELIGIBLE IF YOU HAVE IT REPAIRED BUT I'M NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A RECALL OR THE FUNDS BECAUSE MY CAR WAS...

Jan 21, 2019 Electrical System 26,000 mi

I RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM BUICK ON FRIDAY, JAN 18, 2019 STATING THAT THE REAR SEAT BRACKET MAY BE CONTACTING THE REAR ELECTRICAL CENTER (REC) WHICH CAUSES AN SMOKEY ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. REIMBURSEMENT IS ELIGIBLE IF YOU HAVE IT REPAIRED BUT I'M NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A RECALL OR THE FUNDS BECAUSE MY CAR WAS...

Dec 12, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FUEL PUMP RELAY BECAME OVERHEATED AND MELTED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT A FIRE COULD OCCUR DUE TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE RELAY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO REMOVE AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. AN UN...

Dec 12, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FUEL PUMP RELAY BECAME OVERHEATED AND MELTED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT A FIRE COULD OCCUR DUE TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE RELAY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO REMOVE AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. AN UN...

Dec 8, 2018 Electrical System 88,500 mi

"TAKATA RECALL"RELAY TO FUEL PUMP IN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SIDE REAR SEAT. KEEPS MELTING (RELAY AND FUSE BOX) LEAVING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL IN CAR. THIS IS THE 2ND BOX AND FUEL PUMP TO BE REPLACEED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS.

Dec 8, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 88,500 mi

"TAKATA RECALL"RELAY TO FUEL PUMP IN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SIDE REAR SEAT. KEEPS MELTING (RELAY AND FUSE BOX) LEAVING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL IN CAR. THIS IS THE 2ND BOX AND FUEL PUMP TO BE REPLACEED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS.

Dec 8, 2018 Seats 88,500 mi

"TAKATA RECALL"RELAY TO FUEL PUMP IN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SIDE REAR SEAT. KEEPS MELTING (RELAY AND FUSE BOX) LEAVING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL IN CAR. THIS IS THE 2ND BOX AND FUEL PUMP TO BE REPLACEED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS.

Dec 8, 2018 Electrical System 88,500 mi

"TAKATA RECALL"RELAY TO FUEL PUMP IN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SIDE REAR SEAT. KEEPS MELTING (RELAY AND FUSE BOX) LEAVING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL IN CAR. THIS IS THE 2ND BOX AND FUEL PUMP TO BE REPLACEED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS.

Dec 8, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 88,500 mi

"TAKATA RECALL"RELAY TO FUEL PUMP IN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SIDE REAR SEAT. KEEPS MELTING (RELAY AND FUSE BOX) LEAVING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL IN CAR. THIS IS THE 2ND BOX AND FUEL PUMP TO BE REPLACEED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS.

Dec 8, 2018 Seats 88,500 mi

"TAKATA RECALL"RELAY TO FUEL PUMP IN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SIDE REAR SEAT. KEEPS MELTING (RELAY AND FUSE BOX) LEAVING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL IN CAR. THIS IS THE 2ND BOX AND FUEL PUMP TO BE REPLACEED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS.

Dec 4, 2018 Electrical System Fire 131,000 mi

MY BATTERY IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACK SEAT AND CAUGHT FLAMES YESTERDAY WITH MY SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK. I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY U WOULD PUT A BATTERY UNDER A PASSENGER SEAT WHERE PEOPLE SIT ON TOP OF WITH FABRIC

Dec 4, 2018 Seats Fire 131,000 mi

MY BATTERY IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACK SEAT AND CAUGHT FLAMES YESTERDAY WITH MY SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK. I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY U WOULD PUT A BATTERY UNDER A PASSENGER SEAT WHERE PEOPLE SIT ON TOP OF WITH FABRIC

Dec 4, 2018 Unknown Or Other Fire 131,000 mi

MY BATTERY IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACK SEAT AND CAUGHT FLAMES YESTERDAY WITH MY SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK. I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY U WOULD PUT A BATTERY UNDER A PASSENGER SEAT WHERE PEOPLE SIT ON TOP OF WITH FABRIC

Dec 4, 2018 Electrical System Fire 131,000 mi

MY BATTERY IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACK SEAT AND CAUGHT FLAMES YESTERDAY WITH MY SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK. I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY U WOULD PUT A BATTERY UNDER A PASSENGER SEAT WHERE PEOPLE SIT ON TOP OF WITH FABRIC

Dec 4, 2018 Seats Fire 131,000 mi

MY BATTERY IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACK SEAT AND CAUGHT FLAMES YESTERDAY WITH MY SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK. I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY U WOULD PUT A BATTERY UNDER A PASSENGER SEAT WHERE PEOPLE SIT ON TOP OF WITH FABRIC

Dec 4, 2018 Unknown Or Other Fire 131,000 mi

MY BATTERY IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACK SEAT AND CAUGHT FLAMES YESTERDAY WITH MY SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK. I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY U WOULD PUT A BATTERY UNDER A PASSENGER SEAT WHERE PEOPLE SIT ON TOP OF WITH FABRIC

Nov 9, 2018 Electrical System Fire 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN ELECTRICAL SURGE OCCURRED AND THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER OPENING THE HOOD, FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 9, 2018 Engine Fire 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN ELECTRICAL SURGE OCCURRED AND THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER OPENING THE HOOD, FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 9, 2018 Electrical System Fire 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN ELECTRICAL SURGE OCCURRED AND THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER OPENING THE HOOD, FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 9, 2018 Engine Fire 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN ELECTRICAL SURGE OCCURRED AND THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER OPENING THE HOOD, FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 8, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE, IT SHUT OFF. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING OVER A PUDDLE, WATER ENTERED THE ENGINE AND CAUSED THE ENGINE TO MOMENTARILY SHUT DOWN. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GARBER BUICK GMC (772-467-0835...

Nov 8, 2018 Service Brakes 5,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN WHERE THERE IS A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE ENGINE DIES, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING FOR SERVAL SECONDS, IT SEEMS TO MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THROUGH WATER. I'M NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF WATER. THE DEALER MAINTENANCE DEPT. THE LAST TIME I SPOKE TO THEM, AND ...

Nov 8, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN WHERE THERE IS A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE ENGINE DIES, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING FOR SERVAL SECONDS, IT SEEMS TO MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THROUGH WATER. I'M NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF WATER. THE DEALER MAINTENANCE DEPT. THE LAST TIME I SPOKE TO THEM, AND ...

Nov 8, 2018 Steering 5,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN WHERE THERE IS A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE ENGINE DIES, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING FOR SERVAL SECONDS, IT SEEMS TO MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THROUGH WATER. I'M NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF WATER. THE DEALER MAINTENANCE DEPT. THE LAST TIME I SPOKE TO THEM, AND ...

Nov 8, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHEN THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE, IT SHUT OFF. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING OVER A PUDDLE, WATER ENTERED THE ENGINE AND CAUSED THE ENGINE TO MOMENTARILY SHUT DOWN. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GARBER BUICK GMC (772-467-0835...

Nov 8, 2018 Service Brakes 5,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN WHERE THERE IS A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE ENGINE DIES, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING FOR SERVAL SECONDS, IT SEEMS TO MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THROUGH WATER. I'M NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF WATER. THE DEALER MAINTENANCE DEPT. THE LAST TIME I SPOKE TO THEM, AND ...

Nov 8, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN WHERE THERE IS A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE ENGINE DIES, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING FOR SERVAL SECONDS, IT SEEMS TO MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THROUGH WATER. I'M NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF WATER. THE DEALER MAINTENANCE DEPT. THE LAST TIME I SPOKE TO THEM, AND ...

Nov 8, 2018 Steering 5,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN WHERE THERE IS A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE ENGINE DIES, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING FOR SERVAL SECONDS, IT SEEMS TO MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THROUGH WATER. I'M NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF WATER. THE DEALER MAINTENANCE DEPT. THE LAST TIME I SPOKE TO THEM, AND ...

Oct 26, 2018 Engine 43,120 mi

VEHICLE STALLED OUT ON A HIGHWAY (AND AT HIGHWAY SPEED) AND WOULD NOT RESTART. OBVIOUSLY THIS CREATED A VERY DANGEROUS CONDITION FOR ME AND THOSE AROUND ME AS I TRIED TO COAST OVER TO THE SHOULDER (ESP WITH LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKES). THE PROBLEM CAME WITHOUT ANY WARNING, AND WAS DETERMINED...

Oct 26, 2018 Engine 43,120 mi

VEHICLE STALLED OUT ON A HIGHWAY (AND AT HIGHWAY SPEED) AND WOULD NOT RESTART. OBVIOUSLY THIS CREATED A VERY DANGEROUS CONDITION FOR ME AND THOSE AROUND ME AS I TRIED TO COAST OVER TO THE SHOULDER (ESP WITH LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKES). THE PROBLEM CAME WITHOUT ANY WARNING, AND WAS DETERMINED...

Sep 12, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 138,000 mi

CRANK NO START. BACK SEAT HOUSING WAS PUSHING AGAINST FUSE BOX IN BACKSEAT CHUSHION CAUSING FUEL RELAY TO NOT WORK. RELAY WAS DAMAGED AS A RESULT. FUEL PUMP WAS ALSO DAMAGE

Sep 12, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 138,000 mi

CRANK NO START. BACK SEAT HOUSING WAS PUSHING AGAINST FUSE BOX IN BACKSEAT CHUSHION CAUSING FUEL RELAY TO NOT WORK. RELAY WAS DAMAGED AS A RESULT. FUEL PUMP WAS ALSO DAMAGE

Sep 12, 2018 Seats 138,000 mi

CRANK NO START. BACK SEAT HOUSING WAS PUSHING AGAINST FUSE BOX IN BACKSEAT CHUSHION CAUSING FUEL RELAY TO NOT WORK. RELAY WAS DAMAGED AS A RESULT. FUEL PUMP WAS ALSO DAMAGE

Sep 12, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 138,000 mi

CRANK NO START. BACK SEAT HOUSING WAS PUSHING AGAINST FUSE BOX IN BACKSEAT CHUSHION CAUSING FUEL RELAY TO NOT WORK. RELAY WAS DAMAGED AS A RESULT. FUEL PUMP WAS ALSO DAMAGE

Sep 12, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 138,000 mi

CRANK NO START. BACK SEAT HOUSING WAS PUSHING AGAINST FUSE BOX IN BACKSEAT CHUSHION CAUSING FUEL RELAY TO NOT WORK. RELAY WAS DAMAGED AS A RESULT. FUEL PUMP WAS ALSO DAMAGE

Sep 12, 2018 Seats 138,000 mi

CRANK NO START. BACK SEAT HOUSING WAS PUSHING AGAINST FUSE BOX IN BACKSEAT CHUSHION CAUSING FUEL RELAY TO NOT WORK. RELAY WAS DAMAGED AS A RESULT. FUEL PUMP WAS ALSO DAMAGE

May 27, 2018 Structure 42,000 mi

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ON VARIOUS DOORS HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY. THIS PROBLEM HAS REQUIRED ENTIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR LOCK/LATCH ASSEMBLY'S WHICH IS QUITE EXPENSIVE. FAILURE OF DOOR LOCKS IS SOMETIMES NOT IMMEDIATELY NOTICEABLE SINCE IT IS INTERMITTENT AT FIRST, UNTIL IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. CHILD...

May 27, 2018 Electrical System 42,000 mi

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ON VARIOUS DOORS HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY. THIS PROBLEM HAS REQUIRED ENTIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR LOCK/LATCH ASSEMBLY'S WHICH IS QUITE EXPENSIVE. FAILURE OF DOOR LOCKS IS SOMETIMES NOT IMMEDIATELY NOTICEABLE SINCE IT IS INTERMITTENT AT FIRST, UNTIL IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. CHILD...

May 27, 2018 Structure 42,000 mi

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ON VARIOUS DOORS HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY. THIS PROBLEM HAS REQUIRED ENTIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR LOCK/LATCH ASSEMBLY'S WHICH IS QUITE EXPENSIVE. FAILURE OF DOOR LOCKS IS SOMETIMES NOT IMMEDIATELY NOTICEABLE SINCE IT IS INTERMITTENT AT FIRST, UNTIL IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. CHILD...

May 27, 2018 Electrical System 42,000 mi

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ON VARIOUS DOORS HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY. THIS PROBLEM HAS REQUIRED ENTIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR LOCK/LATCH ASSEMBLY'S WHICH IS QUITE EXPENSIVE. FAILURE OF DOOR LOCKS IS SOMETIMES NOT IMMEDIATELY NOTICEABLE SINCE IT IS INTERMITTENT AT FIRST, UNTIL IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. CHILD...

Mar 23, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 77,775 mi

THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START AGAIN THE RELAY FOR THE FUEL PUMP IS MELTED AND THERE IS NO VOLTAGE GOING TO THE FUEL PUMP FUSE IN THE FUEL BOX UNDER THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL DUE TO A FIRE COULD START OR THE VEHICLE COULD SHUT DOWN AT ANY MOMENT AND C...

Mar 23, 2018 Unknown Or Other 77,775 mi

THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START AGAIN THE RELAY FOR THE FUEL PUMP IS MELTED AND THERE IS NO VOLTAGE GOING TO THE FUEL PUMP FUSE IN THE FUEL BOX UNDER THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL DUE TO A FIRE COULD START OR THE VEHICLE COULD SHUT DOWN AT ANY MOMENT AND C...

Mar 23, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 77,775 mi

THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START AGAIN THE RELAY FOR THE FUEL PUMP IS MELTED AND THERE IS NO VOLTAGE GOING TO THE FUEL PUMP FUSE IN THE FUEL BOX UNDER THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL DUE TO A FIRE COULD START OR THE VEHICLE COULD SHUT DOWN AT ANY MOMENT AND C...

Mar 23, 2018 Unknown Or Other 77,775 mi

THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START AGAIN THE RELAY FOR THE FUEL PUMP IS MELTED AND THERE IS NO VOLTAGE GOING TO THE FUEL PUMP FUSE IN THE FUEL BOX UNDER THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL DUE TO A FIRE COULD START OR THE VEHICLE COULD SHUT DOWN AT ANY MOMENT AND C...

Mar 7, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 78,000 mi

BUICK LUCERNE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - ONSTAR SUSPECTED. I 'M NOT SURE THAT THIS IS OR ISN'T A SAFETY PROBLEM, BUT AFTER COMPLAINING TO BUICK I WAS ADVISED BY THEM TO FILE A CLAIM(?) WITH YOU. ABOUT A MONTH TO 6 WEEKS AFTER AN IN-TOWN ACCIDENT (10/22/16) THAT WAS REPAIRED IMMACULATELY BY THE LOCAL GM...

Mar 7, 2018 Electrical System Crash 78,000 mi

BUICK LUCERNE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - ONSTAR SUSPECTED. I 'M NOT SURE THAT THIS IS OR ISN'T A SAFETY PROBLEM, BUT AFTER COMPLAINING TO BUICK I WAS ADVISED BY THEM TO FILE A CLAIM(?) WITH YOU. ABOUT A MONTH TO 6 WEEKS AFTER AN IN-TOWN ACCIDENT (10/22/16) THAT WAS REPAIRED IMMACULATELY BY THE LOCAL GM...

Mar 7, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 78,000 mi

BUICK LUCERNE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - ONSTAR SUSPECTED. I 'M NOT SURE THAT THIS IS OR ISN'T A SAFETY PROBLEM, BUT AFTER COMPLAINING TO BUICK I WAS ADVISED BY THEM TO FILE A CLAIM(?) WITH YOU. ABOUT A MONTH TO 6 WEEKS AFTER AN IN-TOWN ACCIDENT (10/22/16) THAT WAS REPAIRED IMMACULATELY BY THE LOCAL GM...

Mar 7, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 78,000 mi

BUICK LUCERNE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - ONSTAR SUSPECTED. I 'M NOT SURE THAT THIS IS OR ISN'T A SAFETY PROBLEM, BUT AFTER COMPLAINING TO BUICK I WAS ADVISED BY THEM TO FILE A CLAIM(?) WITH YOU. ABOUT A MONTH TO 6 WEEKS AFTER AN IN-TOWN ACCIDENT (10/22/16) THAT WAS REPAIRED IMMACULATELY BY THE LOCAL GM...

Mar 7, 2018 Electrical System Crash 78,000 mi

BUICK LUCERNE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - ONSTAR SUSPECTED. I 'M NOT SURE THAT THIS IS OR ISN'T A SAFETY PROBLEM, BUT AFTER COMPLAINING TO BUICK I WAS ADVISED BY THEM TO FILE A CLAIM(?) WITH YOU. ABOUT A MONTH TO 6 WEEKS AFTER AN IN-TOWN ACCIDENT (10/22/16) THAT WAS REPAIRED IMMACULATELY BY THE LOCAL GM...

Mar 7, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 78,000 mi

BUICK LUCERNE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - ONSTAR SUSPECTED. I 'M NOT SURE THAT THIS IS OR ISN'T A SAFETY PROBLEM, BUT AFTER COMPLAINING TO BUICK I WAS ADVISED BY THEM TO FILE A CLAIM(?) WITH YOU. ABOUT A MONTH TO 6 WEEKS AFTER AN IN-TOWN ACCIDENT (10/22/16) THAT WAS REPAIRED IMMACULATELY BY THE LOCAL GM...

Jan 30, 2018 Engine Fire 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE FAILURE ONLINE AND FOUND COMPLAINTS RELATING TO THE FUEL PUMP R...

Jan 30, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE FAILURE ONLINE AND FOUND COMPLAINTS RELATING TO THE FUEL PUMP R...

Jan 30, 2018 Engine Fire 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE FAILURE ONLINE AND FOUND COMPLAINTS RELATING TO THE FUEL PUMP R...

Jan 30, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE FAILURE ONLINE AND FOUND COMPLAINTS RELATING TO THE FUEL PUMP R...

Jan 11, 2018 Engine 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED. WINEGARDNER BUICK GMC (15113 CRAIN HWY, BRANDYWINE, MD) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE M...

Jan 11, 2018 Fuel System, Gasoline 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED. WINEGARDNER BUICK GMC (15113 CRAIN HWY, BRANDYWINE, MD) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE M...

Jan 11, 2018 Engine 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED. WINEGARDNER BUICK GMC (15113 CRAIN HWY, BRANDYWINE, MD) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE M...

Jan 11, 2018 Fuel System, Gasoline 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED. WINEGARDNER BUICK GMC (15113 CRAIN HWY, BRANDYWINE, MD) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE M...

Nov 6, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 70,235 mi

WAS DRIVING AND VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER,HESITATE , THEN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING BRAKES DIDN'T WORK PROPERLY. WE WERE ON AN OVER PASS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC BUSY INTERSECTION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 1 HR WE MADE IT TO AUTOZONE LIMP MODE ALL THE WAY. PURCHASED COILS X 3 , COIL IGNITION MODULE, SPARK ...

Nov 6, 2017 Electrical System 70,235 mi

WAS DRIVING AND VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER,HESITATE , THEN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING BRAKES DIDN'T WORK PROPERLY. WE WERE ON AN OVER PASS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC BUSY INTERSECTION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 1 HR WE MADE IT TO AUTOZONE LIMP MODE ALL THE WAY. PURCHASED COILS X 3 , COIL IGNITION MODULE, SPARK ...

Nov 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 70,235 mi

WAS DRIVING AND VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER,HESITATE , THEN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING BRAKES DIDN'T WORK PROPERLY. WE WERE ON AN OVER PASS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC BUSY INTERSECTION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 1 HR WE MADE IT TO AUTOZONE LIMP MODE ALL THE WAY. PURCHASED COILS X 3 , COIL IGNITION MODULE, SPARK ...

Nov 6, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 70,235 mi

WAS DRIVING AND VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER,HESITATE , THEN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING BRAKES DIDN'T WORK PROPERLY. WE WERE ON AN OVER PASS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC BUSY INTERSECTION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 1 HR WE MADE IT TO AUTOZONE LIMP MODE ALL THE WAY. PURCHASED COILS X 3 , COIL IGNITION MODULE, SPARK ...

Nov 6, 2017 Electrical System 70,235 mi

WAS DRIVING AND VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER,HESITATE , THEN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING BRAKES DIDN'T WORK PROPERLY. WE WERE ON AN OVER PASS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC BUSY INTERSECTION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 1 HR WE MADE IT TO AUTOZONE LIMP MODE ALL THE WAY. PURCHASED COILS X 3 , COIL IGNITION MODULE, SPARK ...

Nov 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 70,235 mi

WAS DRIVING AND VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER,HESITATE , THEN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING BRAKES DIDN'T WORK PROPERLY. WE WERE ON AN OVER PASS DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC BUSY INTERSECTION. FINALLY AFTER ABOUT 1 HR WE MADE IT TO AUTOZONE LIMP MODE ALL THE WAY. PURCHASED COILS X 3 , COIL IGNITION MODULE, SPARK ...

Oct 27, 2017 Structure

DOOR LATCH ISSUE ON CAR THE SAME AS FORD DOOR LATCH RECALL. HAVE FOUR DOOR VEHICLE AND BOTH BACK DOORS WILL NOT OPEN DUE TO MALFUNCTIONING DOOR LATCHES. REAR PASSENGER SIDE STOP WORKING 2 YEARS AGO AND NOW DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR HAS FAILED.

Oct 27, 2017 Structure

DOOR LATCH ISSUE ON CAR THE SAME AS FORD DOOR LATCH RECALL. HAVE FOUR DOOR VEHICLE AND BOTH BACK DOORS WILL NOT OPEN DUE TO MALFUNCTIONING DOOR LATCHES. REAR PASSENGER SIDE STOP WORKING 2 YEARS AGO AND NOW DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR HAS FAILED.

Oct 11, 2017 Electrical System Fire 68,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE THE KEY WAS PLACED IN THE IGNITION, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT IT FAILED TO CRANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BURNS FORD INC. (188 N BROADWAY AVE, BURNS, OR 97720 (541) 573-6014) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE RELAY THAT GOES TO TH...

Oct 11, 2017 Electrical System Fire 68,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE THE KEY WAS PLACED IN THE IGNITION, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT IT FAILED TO CRANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BURNS FORD INC. (188 N BROADWAY AVE, BURNS, OR 97720 (541) 573-6014) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE RELAY THAT GOES TO TH...

Oct 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 102,729 mi

FUEL PUMP RELAY BURNT UP IT IS UNDER BACK SEAT REPAIR SHOP SAID THE CAR WOULD HAVE BURNT UP COMPLETELY IF CONTINUED MY LITTLE BABIES RIDE IN BACK SEAT AS REQUIRED BY LAW I WOULD NOT GET THEM OUT IN TIME IF THE CAR ON FIRE UNDER THEM1 HELP HELP

Oct 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 102,729 mi

FUEL PUMP RELAY BURNT UP IT IS UNDER BACK SEAT REPAIR SHOP SAID THE CAR WOULD HAVE BURNT UP COMPLETELY IF CONTINUED MY LITTLE BABIES RIDE IN BACK SEAT AS REQUIRED BY LAW I WOULD NOT GET THEM OUT IN TIME IF THE CAR ON FIRE UNDER THEM1 HELP HELP

Sep 14, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

MY BUICK HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY BREAKING DOWN AND EVERY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THE SAME PROBLEM. IT IS THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT. I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE ANY PROBLEMS SINCE BUYING THIS CAR IN 2016. BUT, I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ALL I SEE ARE RECALLS ON MY BUICK. EVER...

Sep 14, 2017 Electrical System

MY BUICK HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY BREAKING DOWN AND EVERY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THE SAME PROBLEM. IT IS THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT. I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE ANY PROBLEMS SINCE BUYING THIS CAR IN 2016. BUT, I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ALL I SEE ARE RECALLS ON MY BUICK. EVER...

Sep 14, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

MY BUICK HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY BREAKING DOWN AND EVERY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THE SAME PROBLEM. IT IS THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT. I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE ANY PROBLEMS SINCE BUYING THIS CAR IN 2016. BUT, I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ALL I SEE ARE RECALLS ON MY BUICK. EVER...

Sep 14, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

MY BUICK HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY BREAKING DOWN AND EVERY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THE SAME PROBLEM. IT IS THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT. I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE ANY PROBLEMS SINCE BUYING THIS CAR IN 2016. BUT, I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ALL I SEE ARE RECALLS ON MY BUICK. EVER...

Sep 14, 2017 Electrical System

MY BUICK HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY BREAKING DOWN AND EVERY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THE SAME PROBLEM. IT IS THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT. I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE ANY PROBLEMS SINCE BUYING THIS CAR IN 2016. BUT, I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ALL I SEE ARE RECALLS ON MY BUICK. EVER...

Sep 14, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

MY BUICK HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY BREAKING DOWN AND EVERY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THE SAME PROBLEM. IT IS THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE SEAT. I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE ANY PROBLEMS SINCE BUYING THIS CAR IN 2016. BUT, I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ALL I SEE ARE RECALLS ON MY BUICK. EVER...

Sep 7, 2017 Exterior Lighting 32,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER SIDE TURN SIGNAL BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA. THE FAILURE MILEAGE W...

Sep 7, 2017 Exterior Lighting 32,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER SIDE TURN SIGNAL BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA. THE FAILURE MILEAGE W...

Jul 28, 2017 Electrical System Fire 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE MELTED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO REPLACE THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. NEITHER THE DEALER...

Jul 28, 2017 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE MELTED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO REPLACE THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. NEITHER THE DEALER...

Jul 28, 2017 Electrical System Fire 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE MELTED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO REPLACE THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. NEITHER THE DEALER...

Jul 28, 2017 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE MELTED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO REPLACE THE FUSE/RELAY ENCLOSURE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. NEITHER THE DEALER...

Jul 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

GAS ,PUMP AND RELAY STOPPED WORKING . REPLACED PUMP THREE TIMES, PUMP RELAY ONCE. CAR WILL NOT START AGAIN. ANOTHER PUMP . NUMBER 4.CALLED GM CHECKED ON RECALL NOTHING .THIS ALL WITHIN A TWO YEAR PERIOD.

Jul 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

GAS ,PUMP AND RELAY STOPPED WORKING . REPLACED PUMP THREE TIMES, PUMP RELAY ONCE. CAR WILL NOT START AGAIN. ANOTHER PUMP . NUMBER 4.CALLED GM CHECKED ON RECALL NOTHING .THIS ALL WITHIN A TWO YEAR PERIOD.

Jun 26, 2017 Engine 246 mi

THIS CAR'S ENGINE WOULD STOP FOR NO REASON AND NOT RESTART AT STOP SIGNS AND WHILE DRIVING. THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES WOULD GO OUT WHEN THIS WOULD HAPPEN WHICH WAS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING. IT WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS ON AT LEAST 4 OCCASIONS AND NEVER FIXED. IT I...

Jun 26, 2017 Electrical System Fire

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL AND A FUSE BOX INTERNALLY FAILED WITH A WIRES MELTED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN AS TO WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTED, DIAGNOSED AN...

Jun 26, 2017 Engine 246 mi

THIS CAR'S ENGINE WOULD STOP FOR NO REASON AND NOT RESTART AT STOP SIGNS AND WHILE DRIVING. THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES WOULD GO OUT WHEN THIS WOULD HAPPEN WHICH WAS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING. IT WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS ON AT LEAST 4 OCCASIONS AND NEVER FIXED. IT I...

Jun 26, 2017 Electrical System Fire

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL AND A FUSE BOX INTERNALLY FAILED WITH A WIRES MELTED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN AS TO WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTED, DIAGNOSED AN...

Jun 6, 2017 Electrical System 85,506 mi

THE CAR WAS PARKED AND WOULD NOT START HAD IT TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP FOUND THE FUEL RELAY HAD OVER HEATED AND MELTED THE FUSE PANEL UNDER THE BACK SEAT. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND FOUND ON REPAIR PAL THAT 105 OTHER PEOPLE HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS. EBAY SELLER HAS SOLD 1264 FUSE BOX...

Jun 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 85,506 mi

THE CAR WAS PARKED AND WOULD NOT START HAD IT TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP FOUND THE FUEL RELAY HAD OVER HEATED AND MELTED THE FUSE PANEL UNDER THE BACK SEAT. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND FOUND ON REPAIR PAL THAT 105 OTHER PEOPLE HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS. EBAY SELLER HAS SOLD 1264 FUSE BOX...

Jun 6, 2017 Electrical System 85,506 mi

THE CAR WAS PARKED AND WOULD NOT START HAD IT TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP FOUND THE FUEL RELAY HAD OVER HEATED AND MELTED THE FUSE PANEL UNDER THE BACK SEAT. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND FOUND ON REPAIR PAL THAT 105 OTHER PEOPLE HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS. EBAY SELLER HAS SOLD 1264 FUSE BOX...

Jun 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 85,506 mi

THE CAR WAS PARKED AND WOULD NOT START HAD IT TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP FOUND THE FUEL RELAY HAD OVER HEATED AND MELTED THE FUSE PANEL UNDER THE BACK SEAT. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND FOUND ON REPAIR PAL THAT 105 OTHER PEOPLE HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS. EBAY SELLER HAS SOLD 1264 FUSE BOX...

May 3, 2017 Wheels 21,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE LOW WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VALVE STEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE R...

May 3, 2017 Wheels 21,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE LOW WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VALVE STEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE R...

Apr 29, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 128,400 mi

FUEL PUMP RELAY BURNED OUT TWICE. SCORCH MARKS FROM SERIOUS OVERHEAT POSSIBLY FIRE ON BOTTOM OF REAR SEAT. CAR STOPS IN MIDDLE OF ROAD WHEN FUEL PUMP RELAY APPEARS TO POP LOOSE SHUTTING OFF FUEL TO ENGINE. HAVE TO PRESS AND WIGGLE RELAY TO RESTART CAR. POSSIBLE BAD CONNECTION IN FUSE BOX UNDER RE...

Apr 29, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 128,400 mi

FUEL PUMP RELAY BURNED OUT TWICE. SCORCH MARKS FROM SERIOUS OVERHEAT POSSIBLY FIRE ON BOTTOM OF REAR SEAT. CAR STOPS IN MIDDLE OF ROAD WHEN FUEL PUMP RELAY APPEARS TO POP LOOSE SHUTTING OFF FUEL TO ENGINE. HAVE TO PRESS AND WIGGLE RELAY TO RESTART CAR. POSSIBLE BAD CONNECTION IN FUSE BOX UNDER RE...

Mar 2, 2017 Electrical System 130,000 mi

LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON HIGHWAY WHICH CAUSED POWER STEERING AND BRAKES TO BECOME HARD TO USE. I TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY HAD OVER HEATED CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP. I LOOKED ON RECALLS ON THE INTERNET AND SAW WHERE THIS HAS BECOME A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE...

Mar 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 130,000 mi

LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON HIGHWAY WHICH CAUSED POWER STEERING AND BRAKES TO BECOME HARD TO USE. I TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY HAD OVER HEATED CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP. I LOOKED ON RECALLS ON THE INTERNET AND SAW WHERE THIS HAS BECOME A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE...

Mar 2, 2017 Electrical System 130,000 mi

LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON HIGHWAY WHICH CAUSED POWER STEERING AND BRAKES TO BECOME HARD TO USE. I TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY HAD OVER HEATED CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP. I LOOKED ON RECALLS ON THE INTERNET AND SAW WHERE THIS HAS BECOME A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE...

Mar 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 130,000 mi

LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON HIGHWAY WHICH CAUSED POWER STEERING AND BRAKES TO BECOME HARD TO USE. I TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY HAD OVER HEATED CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP. I LOOKED ON RECALLS ON THE INTERNET AND SAW WHERE THIS HAS BECOME A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE...

Jan 12, 2017 Electrical System

I BOUGHT THIS BUICK USED A COUPLE OF MONTH AGO WITH 87K. I'VE SINCE DRIVEN OVER 4K MILES. I BOUGHT THIS CAR BECAUSE IT WAS A BIG TOURING CAR AND I NEEDED SOMETHING RELIABLE AND COMFORTABLE FOR LONGS DAYS ON THE ROAD. SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES AGO IT JUST WOULDN'T START IN THE DRIVEWAY. RESEARCH LED ME T...

Jan 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

I BOUGHT THIS BUICK USED A COUPLE OF MONTH AGO WITH 87K. I'VE SINCE DRIVEN OVER 4K MILES. I BOUGHT THIS CAR BECAUSE IT WAS A BIG TOURING CAR AND I NEEDED SOMETHING RELIABLE AND COMFORTABLE FOR LONGS DAYS ON THE ROAD. SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES AGO IT JUST WOULDN'T START IN THE DRIVEWAY. RESEARCH LED ME T...

Jan 12, 2017 Electrical System

FUEL PUMP REPACED 2015 , 54000 MILEAGE , THEN FUSE BOX MELTED 1-04-2017 74000 MILEAGE AND WAS STRANDED. FOUND OUT THESE TWO PROBLEMS TIED TOGETHER FROM OTHER COMPAINTS.NO RECALLS OR ANY REIMBURSEMENT. WITH THIS MANY COMPLAINT ISSUES I FEEL SOMETHING SHOULD COME OUR WAY FOR OWNING A BIUCK WHICH I GRE...

Jan 12, 2017 Electrical System

I BOUGHT THIS BUICK USED A COUPLE OF MONTH AGO WITH 87K. I'VE SINCE DRIVEN OVER 4K MILES. I BOUGHT THIS CAR BECAUSE IT WAS A BIG TOURING CAR AND I NEEDED SOMETHING RELIABLE AND COMFORTABLE FOR LONGS DAYS ON THE ROAD. SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES AGO IT JUST WOULDN'T START IN THE DRIVEWAY. RESEARCH LED ME T...

Jan 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

I BOUGHT THIS BUICK USED A COUPLE OF MONTH AGO WITH 87K. I'VE SINCE DRIVEN OVER 4K MILES. I BOUGHT THIS CAR BECAUSE IT WAS A BIG TOURING CAR AND I NEEDED SOMETHING RELIABLE AND COMFORTABLE FOR LONGS DAYS ON THE ROAD. SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES AGO IT JUST WOULDN'T START IN THE DRIVEWAY. RESEARCH LED ME T...

Jan 12, 2017 Electrical System

FUEL PUMP REPACED 2015 , 54000 MILEAGE , THEN FUSE BOX MELTED 1-04-2017 74000 MILEAGE AND WAS STRANDED. FOUND OUT THESE TWO PROBLEMS TIED TOGETHER FROM OTHER COMPAINTS.NO RECALLS OR ANY REIMBURSEMENT. WITH THIS MANY COMPLAINT ISSUES I FEEL SOMETHING SHOULD COME OUR WAY FOR OWNING A BIUCK WHICH I GRE...

Jan 11, 2017 Air Bags

THE CAR WAS GARAGED AND HARDLY DRIVEN BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER, AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS ABOUT 43,000. SINCE THE BEGINNING OF MY OWNERSHIP THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES AND GOES RANDOMLY. THE CAR ALSO SAYS ON THE DIGITAL READOUT "SERVICE AIR BAG," PRETTY MUCH ALL THE TIME. I HAVE HAD THREE DIFFE...

Jan 11, 2017 Air Bags

THE CAR WAS GARAGED AND HARDLY DRIVEN BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER, AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS ABOUT 43,000. SINCE THE BEGINNING OF MY OWNERSHIP THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES AND GOES RANDOMLY. THE CAR ALSO SAYS ON THE DIGITAL READOUT "SERVICE AIR BAG," PRETTY MUCH ALL THE TIME. I HAVE HAD THREE DIFFE...

Jan 4, 2017 Service Brakes 111,421 mi

OUR 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WAS IN THE HOV LANE TRAVELING ON 84 W TOWARD HARTFORD, CT. WITHOUT WARNING - NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON - THE CAR STARTED TO DECELERATE. MY DAUGHTER TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND NOTHING HAPPENED; SHE THEN TRIED TO BRAKE TO PULL OVER AND WAS UNABLE TO FREELY TURN THE WHEEL. SHE ST...

Jan 4, 2017 Electrical System 111,421 mi

OUR 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WAS IN THE HOV LANE TRAVELING ON 84 W TOWARD HARTFORD, CT. WITHOUT WARNING - NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON - THE CAR STARTED TO DECELERATE. MY DAUGHTER TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND NOTHING HAPPENED; SHE THEN TRIED TO BRAKE TO PULL OVER AND WAS UNABLE TO FREELY TURN THE WHEEL. SHE ST...

Jan 4, 2017 Steering 111,421 mi

OUR 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WAS IN THE HOV LANE TRAVELING ON 84 W TOWARD HARTFORD, CT. WITHOUT WARNING - NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON - THE CAR STARTED TO DECELERATE. MY DAUGHTER TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND NOTHING HAPPENED; SHE THEN TRIED TO BRAKE TO PULL OVER AND WAS UNABLE TO FREELY TURN THE WHEEL. SHE ST...

Jan 4, 2017 Service Brakes 111,421 mi

OUR 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WAS IN THE HOV LANE TRAVELING ON 84 W TOWARD HARTFORD, CT. WITHOUT WARNING - NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON - THE CAR STARTED TO DECELERATE. MY DAUGHTER TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND NOTHING HAPPENED; SHE THEN TRIED TO BRAKE TO PULL OVER AND WAS UNABLE TO FREELY TURN THE WHEEL. SHE ST...

Jan 4, 2017 Electrical System 111,421 mi

OUR 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WAS IN THE HOV LANE TRAVELING ON 84 W TOWARD HARTFORD, CT. WITHOUT WARNING - NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON - THE CAR STARTED TO DECELERATE. MY DAUGHTER TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND NOTHING HAPPENED; SHE THEN TRIED TO BRAKE TO PULL OVER AND WAS UNABLE TO FREELY TURN THE WHEEL. SHE ST...

Jan 4, 2017 Steering 111,421 mi

OUR 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WAS IN THE HOV LANE TRAVELING ON 84 W TOWARD HARTFORD, CT. WITHOUT WARNING - NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON - THE CAR STARTED TO DECELERATE. MY DAUGHTER TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND NOTHING HAPPENED; SHE THEN TRIED TO BRAKE TO PULL OVER AND WAS UNABLE TO FREELY TURN THE WHEEL. SHE ST...

Dec 13, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

MY FATHER-IN-LAW HAD THE COMPLAINT THAT HIS CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT WORKING. I CHECKED THE CAR OVER AND IT WAS WORKING FINE. ON HIS WAY HOME IT QUIT WORKING AFTER ABOUT 75 MILES. ANOTHER CHECK AND ALL WAS FINE. SHORTLY AFTER THAT, I JUST HAPPENED TO BE FOLLOWING HIM AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON ...

Dec 13, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

MY FATHER-IN-LAW HAD THE COMPLAINT THAT HIS CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT WORKING. I CHECKED THE CAR OVER AND IT WAS WORKING FINE. ON HIS WAY HOME IT QUIT WORKING AFTER ABOUT 75 MILES. ANOTHER CHECK AND ALL WAS FINE. SHORTLY AFTER THAT, I JUST HAPPENED TO BE FOLLOWING HIM AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON ...

Dec 12, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL FROM UNDERNEATH THE FUEL TANK AND ABOVE THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Dec 12, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL FROM UNDERNEATH THE FUEL TANK AND ABOVE THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Nov 13, 2016 Electrical System 92,000 mi

WHEN READY TO LEAVE WORK THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. DETERMINED THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT OPERATING. REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND THE VEHICLE STILL WOULD NOT START. I FOUND THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS THE ULTIMATE CAUSE OF FAILURE. AFTER REPLACING THIS RELAY TWO OTHER TIMES I DECIDED TO LOOK FURTHER INTO...

Nov 13, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 92,000 mi

WHEN READY TO LEAVE WORK THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. DETERMINED THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT OPERATING. REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND THE VEHICLE STILL WOULD NOT START. I FOUND THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS THE ULTIMATE CAUSE OF FAILURE. AFTER REPLACING THIS RELAY TWO OTHER TIMES I DECIDED TO LOOK FURTHER INTO...

Nov 13, 2016 Electrical System 92,000 mi

WHEN READY TO LEAVE WORK THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. DETERMINED THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT OPERATING. REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND THE VEHICLE STILL WOULD NOT START. I FOUND THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS THE ULTIMATE CAUSE OF FAILURE. AFTER REPLACING THIS RELAY TWO OTHER TIMES I DECIDED TO LOOK FURTHER INTO...

Nov 13, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 92,000 mi

WHEN READY TO LEAVE WORK THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. DETERMINED THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT OPERATING. REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND THE VEHICLE STILL WOULD NOT START. I FOUND THE FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS THE ULTIMATE CAUSE OF FAILURE. AFTER REPLACING THIS RELAY TWO OTHER TIMES I DECIDED TO LOOK FURTHER INTO...

Oct 30, 2016 Electrical System 106,079 mi

ENGINE STALLED AFTER STARTING AND DRIVING ABOUT 20 YARDS IN A PARKING LOT. THEN WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START AND HAD BURNING SMELL INSIDE CAR. HAD TOWED TO DEALER AND THEY FOUND A MELTED FUEL PUMP RELAY AND FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THEY SAID THERE WAS A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD IF DIDN'T REPLACE...

Oct 30, 2016 Fuel System, Gasoline 106,079 mi

ENGINE STALLED AFTER STARTING AND DRIVING ABOUT 20 YARDS IN A PARKING LOT. THEN WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START AND HAD BURNING SMELL INSIDE CAR. HAD TOWED TO DEALER AND THEY FOUND A MELTED FUEL PUMP RELAY AND FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THEY SAID THERE WAS A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD IF DIDN'T REPLACE...

Oct 30, 2016 Electrical System 106,079 mi

ENGINE STALLED AFTER STARTING AND DRIVING ABOUT 20 YARDS IN A PARKING LOT. THEN WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START AND HAD BURNING SMELL INSIDE CAR. HAD TOWED TO DEALER AND THEY FOUND A MELTED FUEL PUMP RELAY AND FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THEY SAID THERE WAS A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD IF DIDN'T REPLACE...

Oct 30, 2016 Fuel System, Gasoline 106,079 mi

ENGINE STALLED AFTER STARTING AND DRIVING ABOUT 20 YARDS IN A PARKING LOT. THEN WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START AND HAD BURNING SMELL INSIDE CAR. HAD TOWED TO DEALER AND THEY FOUND A MELTED FUEL PUMP RELAY AND FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT. THEY SAID THERE WAS A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD IF DIDN'T REPLACE...

Oct 10, 2016 Electrical System 72,000 mi

ELECTRIC COMPONENTS OF FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM SHORT CAUSING FIRE HAZARD. THE FUEL PUMP, FUEL PUMP RELAY, AND UNDER SEAT FUSE PANEL MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE RELAY AND FUSE PANEL TO OVERHEAT AND MELT DOWN. THE HEAT BUILDS WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE STARTING. THIS HAPPENED THREE TIMES IN A WEEK.

Oct 10, 2016 Electrical System 72,000 mi

ELECTRIC COMPONENTS OF FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM SHORT CAUSING FIRE HAZARD. THE FUEL PUMP, FUEL PUMP RELAY, AND UNDER SEAT FUSE PANEL MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE RELAY AND FUSE PANEL TO OVERHEAT AND MELT DOWN. THE HEAT BUILDS WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE STARTING. THIS HAPPENED THREE TIMES IN A WEEK.

Sep 23, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL BOX FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL...

Sep 23, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL BOX FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL...

Sep 7, 2016 Electrical System Fire 44,000 mi

ON JULY 26, 2016, WHILE DRIVING ON CLEVELAND DRIVE, LOTS OF SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN FIRE STARTED TO SHOOT OUT AS WELL. THERE WERE NO ISSUES PREVIOUSLY WITH THE CAR AS IT WAS IN PERFECT CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT. I CONTACTED BUICK TO SEE IF THE CA...

Sep 7, 2016 Engine Fire 44,000 mi

ON JULY 26, 2016, WHILE DRIVING ON CLEVELAND DRIVE, LOTS OF SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN FIRE STARTED TO SHOOT OUT AS WELL. THERE WERE NO ISSUES PREVIOUSLY WITH THE CAR AS IT WAS IN PERFECT CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT. I CONTACTED BUICK TO SEE IF THE CA...

Sep 7, 2016 Electrical System Fire 44,000 mi

ON JULY 26, 2016, WHILE DRIVING ON CLEVELAND DRIVE, LOTS OF SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN FIRE STARTED TO SHOOT OUT AS WELL. THERE WERE NO ISSUES PREVIOUSLY WITH THE CAR AS IT WAS IN PERFECT CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT. I CONTACTED BUICK TO SEE IF THE CA...

Sep 7, 2016 Engine Fire 44,000 mi

ON JULY 26, 2016, WHILE DRIVING ON CLEVELAND DRIVE, LOTS OF SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN FIRE STARTED TO SHOOT OUT AS WELL. THERE WERE NO ISSUES PREVIOUSLY WITH THE CAR AS IT WAS IN PERFECT CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT. I CONTACTED BUICK TO SEE IF THE CA...

Aug 13, 2016 Electrical System 150,000 mi

CAR WOULD CRANK OVER BUT WOULD NOT START. HAD FUEL PUMP AND BURNT RELAY REPLACED AND AND AN HOUR LATER THE CAR FUEL RELAY FAILED DUE TO OVERHEATING.

Aug 13, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

CAR WOULD CRANK OVER BUT WOULD NOT START. HAD FUEL PUMP AND BURNT RELAY REPLACED AND AND AN HOUR LATER THE CAR FUEL RELAY FAILED DUE TO OVERHEATING.

Aug 13, 2016 Electrical System 150,000 mi

CAR WOULD CRANK OVER BUT WOULD NOT START. HAD FUEL PUMP AND BURNT RELAY REPLACED AND AND AN HOUR LATER THE CAR FUEL RELAY FAILED DUE TO OVERHEATING.

Aug 13, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

CAR WOULD CRANK OVER BUT WOULD NOT START. HAD FUEL PUMP AND BURNT RELAY REPLACED AND AND AN HOUR LATER THE CAR FUEL RELAY FAILED DUE TO OVERHEATING.

Aug 4, 2016 Electrical System Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHUTTING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY RESTART. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUSE BOX AND FUEL PUMP HAD MELTED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Aug 4, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHUTTING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY RESTART. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUSE BOX AND FUEL PUMP HAD MELTED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Aug 4, 2016 Electrical System Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHUTTING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY RESTART. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUSE BOX AND FUEL PUMP HAD MELTED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Aug 4, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHUTTING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY RESTART. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUSE BOX AND FUEL PUMP HAD MELTED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Jun 9, 2016 Electrical System

FUEL RELAY BURNT SO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND RELAY AND MY BRAND NEW RELAY JUST BURNT UP WHILE SITTING IN DRIVEWAY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR WHEN CAR STOPPED AS SHE WAS LEAVING THE PARKING LOT OF A FRIENDS HOME WHERE I CHANGED THE FUEL PUMP AND FOUND OUT RELAY WAS BURNT AND NOW IT'S MELTING RELAYS

Jun 9, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System

FUEL RELAY BURNT SO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND RELAY AND MY BRAND NEW RELAY JUST BURNT UP WHILE SITTING IN DRIVEWAY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR WHEN CAR STOPPED AS SHE WAS LEAVING THE PARKING LOT OF A FRIENDS HOME WHERE I CHANGED THE FUEL PUMP AND FOUND OUT RELAY WAS BURNT AND NOW IT'S MELTING RELAYS

Jun 9, 2016 Electrical System

FUEL RELAY BURNT SO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND RELAY AND MY BRAND NEW RELAY JUST BURNT UP WHILE SITTING IN DRIVEWAY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR WHEN CAR STOPPED AS SHE WAS LEAVING THE PARKING LOT OF A FRIENDS HOME WHERE I CHANGED THE FUEL PUMP AND FOUND OUT RELAY WAS BURNT AND NOW IT'S MELTING RELAYS

Jun 9, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System

FUEL RELAY BURNT SO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND RELAY AND MY BRAND NEW RELAY JUST BURNT UP WHILE SITTING IN DRIVEWAY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR WHEN CAR STOPPED AS SHE WAS LEAVING THE PARKING LOT OF A FRIENDS HOME WHERE I CHANGED THE FUEL PUMP AND FOUND OUT RELAY WAS BURNT AND NOW IT'S MELTING RELAYS

Jun 6, 2016 Electrical System Fire 62,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A STRONG BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT. THE CONTACT DROVE HOME AND SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. TWO HOURS LATER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR FUSE BOX TERMINAL B...

Jun 6, 2016 Electrical System Fire 62,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A STRONG BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT. THE CONTACT DROVE HOME AND SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. TWO HOURS LATER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR FUSE BOX TERMINAL B...

Mar 23, 2016 Electrical System 46,000 mi

FUEL PUMP SHORTS OUT AND MELTS THE FUSE BOX THIS WAS WITH THE CAR PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD IF THIS HAPPENS YOU LOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE CAR AND MAKES IT A DEATH TRAP

Mar 23, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 46,000 mi

FUEL PUMP SHORTS OUT AND MELTS THE FUSE BOX THIS WAS WITH THE CAR PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD IF THIS HAPPENS YOU LOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE CAR AND MAKES IT A DEATH TRAP

Mar 23, 2016 Electrical System 46,000 mi

FUEL PUMP SHORTS OUT AND MELTS THE FUSE BOX THIS WAS WITH THE CAR PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD IF THIS HAPPENS YOU LOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE CAR AND MAKES IT A DEATH TRAP

Mar 23, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 46,000 mi

FUEL PUMP SHORTS OUT AND MELTS THE FUSE BOX THIS WAS WITH THE CAR PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD IF THIS HAPPENS YOU LOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE CAR AND MAKES IT A DEATH TRAP

Feb 26, 2016 Electrical System 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN ABNORMAL BURNING SMELL AND WOULD NOT OPERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BOX OVERHEATED AND MELTED, WHICH CAUSED THE FU...

Feb 26, 2016 Electrical System 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN ABNORMAL BURNING SMELL AND WOULD NOT OPERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BOX OVERHEATED AND MELTED, WHICH CAUSED THE FU...

Feb 26, 2016 Electrical System 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN ABNORMAL BURNING SMELL AND WOULD NOT OPERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BOX OVERHEATED AND MELTED, WHICH CAUSED THE FU...

Feb 26, 2016 Electrical System 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN ABNORMAL BURNING SMELL AND WOULD NOT OPERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BOX OVERHEATED AND MELTED, WHICH CAUSED THE FU...

Dec 30, 2015 Electrical System 79,000 mi

POWER STREERING PUMP WENT BAD HAD TO REPLACE AT 79,000 MILES ALSO UNDERSEAT FUSE BLOCK BURNED OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY STOPPED WORKING THIS HAPPENED IN MY DRIVEWAY. *JS

Dec 30, 2015 Steering 79,000 mi

POWER STREERING PUMP WENT BAD HAD TO REPLACE AT 79,000 MILES ALSO UNDERSEAT FUSE BLOCK BURNED OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY STOPPED WORKING THIS HAPPENED IN MY DRIVEWAY. *JS

Dec 30, 2015 Electrical System 79,000 mi

POWER STREERING PUMP WENT BAD HAD TO REPLACE AT 79,000 MILES ALSO UNDERSEAT FUSE BLOCK BURNED OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY STOPPED WORKING THIS HAPPENED IN MY DRIVEWAY. *JS

Dec 30, 2015 Steering 79,000 mi

POWER STREERING PUMP WENT BAD HAD TO REPLACE AT 79,000 MILES ALSO UNDERSEAT FUSE BLOCK BURNED OUT FUEL PUMP RELAY STOPPED WORKING THIS HAPPENED IN MY DRIVEWAY. *JS

Dec 9, 2015 Electrical System 21,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED. PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REMED...

Dec 9, 2015 Electrical System 21,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED. PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REMED...

Dec 7, 2015 Seat Belts 8,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT LOCK INTO PLACE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED....

Dec 7, 2015 Seat Belts 8,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT LOCK INTO PLACE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED....

Nov 4, 2015 Seats 50,000 mi

THIS CONCERNS MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE, IT HAS THE CASHMERE INTERIOR COLOR. SOMETHING I HAVE JUST FOUND OUT. GM DOES NOT MAKE AN IMPORTANT REPLACEMENT INTERIOR PART ANYMORE. PN: 20954443 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM ANY DEALER IN THE U.S. THIS IS A SEAT TRIM PART FOR THE OUTSIDE OF THE PASSENGER SEAT. IT CRAC...

Nov 4, 2015 Seats 50,000 mi

THIS CONCERNS MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE, IT HAS THE CASHMERE INTERIOR COLOR. SOMETHING I HAVE JUST FOUND OUT. GM DOES NOT MAKE AN IMPORTANT REPLACEMENT INTERIOR PART ANYMORE. PN: 20954443 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM ANY DEALER IN THE U.S. THIS IS A SEAT TRIM PART FOR THE OUTSIDE OF THE PASSENGER SEAT. IT CRAC...

Oct 22, 2015 Electrical System Fire 63,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND BEGAN TO EMIT SMOKE. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Oct 22, 2015 Engine Fire 63,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND BEGAN TO EMIT SMOKE. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Oct 22, 2015 Electrical System Fire 63,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND BEGAN TO EMIT SMOKE. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Oct 22, 2015 Engine Fire 63,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND BEGAN TO EMIT SMOKE. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Oct 12, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 97,000 mi

WE WERE OUT OF TOWN WHEN CAR FAILED TO START, NOT BATTERY RELATED. HAD TO BE TOWED TO SERVICE CENTER WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED, INSPECTED, AND REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP RELAY. ON 10/01/2015, 2000 MILES LATER SIMILAR INCIDENT EXCEPT THIS TIME MY LOCAL MECHANIC. HE CLEANED ALL CAVITIES, APPLIED DIELECTRIC G...

Oct 12, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 97,000 mi

WE WERE OUT OF TOWN WHEN CAR FAILED TO START, NOT BATTERY RELATED. HAD TO BE TOWED TO SERVICE CENTER WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED, INSPECTED, AND REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP RELAY. ON 10/01/2015, 2000 MILES LATER SIMILAR INCIDENT EXCEPT THIS TIME MY LOCAL MECHANIC. HE CLEANED ALL CAVITIES, APPLIED DIELECTRIC G...

Oct 2, 2015 Electrical System 66,900 mi

HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR NOT STARTING. IT WAS STATIONARY IN THE GARAGE. HAD IT TOW TO GARAGE. THEY DIAGNOSED IT WAS A FUEL RELAY BURNING UP. A NEW RELAY DID START THE CAR.WE TOOK A SHORT TRIP OUT OF TOWN AND THE CAR STOPPED RUNNING...LEFT US STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE RELAY GAVE OUT AGAIN. A ...

Oct 2, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 66,900 mi

HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR NOT STARTING. IT WAS STATIONARY IN THE GARAGE. HAD IT TOW TO GARAGE. THEY DIAGNOSED IT WAS A FUEL RELAY BURNING UP. A NEW RELAY DID START THE CAR.WE TOOK A SHORT TRIP OUT OF TOWN AND THE CAR STOPPED RUNNING...LEFT US STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE RELAY GAVE OUT AGAIN. A ...

Oct 2, 2015 Electrical System 66,900 mi

HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR NOT STARTING. IT WAS STATIONARY IN THE GARAGE. HAD IT TOW TO GARAGE. THEY DIAGNOSED IT WAS A FUEL RELAY BURNING UP. A NEW RELAY DID START THE CAR.WE TOOK A SHORT TRIP OUT OF TOWN AND THE CAR STOPPED RUNNING...LEFT US STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE RELAY GAVE OUT AGAIN. A ...

Oct 2, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 66,900 mi

HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR NOT STARTING. IT WAS STATIONARY IN THE GARAGE. HAD IT TOW TO GARAGE. THEY DIAGNOSED IT WAS A FUEL RELAY BURNING UP. A NEW RELAY DID START THE CAR.WE TOOK A SHORT TRIP OUT OF TOWN AND THE CAR STOPPED RUNNING...LEFT US STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE RELAY GAVE OUT AGAIN. A ...

Sep 29, 2015 Engine 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT HAD BECOME INOPERABLE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEA...

Sep 29, 2015 Engine 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT HAD BECOME INOPERABLE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEA...

Sep 10, 2015 Suspension 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING SOUND EMITTED FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE ...

Sep 10, 2015 Suspension 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING SOUND EMITTED FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE ...

Aug 4, 2015 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. UPON TRAVELING OVER A PUDDLE OF WATER, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED THE STEERING WHEEL BECOMING EXTREMELY TIGHT UPON TRYING TO TURN LEFT AND RIGHT WHEN THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MORE ...

Aug 4, 2015 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. UPON TRAVELING OVER A PUDDLE OF WATER, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED THE STEERING WHEEL BECOMING EXTREMELY TIGHT UPON TRYING TO TURN LEFT AND RIGHT WHEN THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MORE ...

Jun 29, 2015 Electrical System Fire 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN FOR APPROXIMATELY 100 MILES, THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, THE ENGINE DID NOT START. THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT REPLACED...

Jun 29, 2015 Electrical System Fire 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN FOR APPROXIMATELY 100 MILES, THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, THE ENGINE DID NOT START. THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT REPLACED...

Jun 23, 2015 Electrical System 49,828 mi

FUEL PUMP STOPPED WORKING, REPLACED THEN FOUND OUT FUSE BOX UNDER BACK SEAT WAS MELTED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE.

Jun 23, 2015 Electrical System 49,828 mi

FUEL PUMP STOPPED WORKING, REPLACED THEN FOUND OUT FUSE BOX UNDER BACK SEAT WAS MELTED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE.

May 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 75,500 mi

THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED IN THE FUSE BOX. I HAD TO HAVE THE RELAY AND FUSE BOX REPLACED. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE FUSE BOX COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE. HE TOLD ME TO GOOGLE THE PROBLEM WITH MY CAR BECAUSE HUNDREDS OF OTHER CAR OWNERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. SURE ENOUGH I DID J...

May 20, 2015 Electrical System 75,500 mi

THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED IN THE FUSE BOX. I HAD TO HAVE THE RELAY AND FUSE BOX REPLACED. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE FUSE BOX COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE. HE TOLD ME TO GOOGLE THE PROBLEM WITH MY CAR BECAUSE HUNDREDS OF OTHER CAR OWNERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. SURE ENOUGH I DID J...

May 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 75,500 mi

THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED IN THE FUSE BOX. I HAD TO HAVE THE RELAY AND FUSE BOX REPLACED. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE FUSE BOX COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE. HE TOLD ME TO GOOGLE THE PROBLEM WITH MY CAR BECAUSE HUNDREDS OF OTHER CAR OWNERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. SURE ENOUGH I DID J...

May 20, 2015 Electrical System 75,500 mi

THE FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND MELTED IN THE FUSE BOX. I HAD TO HAVE THE RELAY AND FUSE BOX REPLACED. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE FUSE BOX COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE. HE TOLD ME TO GOOGLE THE PROBLEM WITH MY CAR BECAUSE HUNDREDS OF OTHER CAR OWNERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. SURE ENOUGH I DID J...

May 11, 2015 Engine 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND ACCELERATING, THERE WAS A THUMPING NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT NEEDED TO ...

May 11, 2015 Engine 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND ACCELERATING, THERE WAS A THUMPING NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT NEEDED TO ...

Jan 16, 2015 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, ALL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND A LOUD NOISE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE ALONG WITH SMOKE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGIN...

Jan 16, 2015 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, ALL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND A LOUD NOISE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE ALONG WITH SMOKE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGIN...

Jan 12, 2015 Wheels 23,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES DEFLATED WHEN SALT FROM THE ROAD CAME IN CONTACT WITH THE WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Jan 12, 2015 Wheels 23,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES DEFLATED WHEN SALT FROM THE ROAD CAME IN CONTACT WITH THE WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Dec 27, 2014 Electrical System 52,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND VEHICLE STALLED FOR NO REASON. ENGINE LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. ATTEMPTED TO START, BUT NOTHING HAPPENED...NO CLICK, NO CRANK, NOTHING. HAD TO WAIT 10 MIN. UNTIL KEY START ATTEMPT DID ANYTHING AND THEN RAN FINE. HAVE BEEN DRIVING IN TOWN ~35MPH AS WELL AS SLOWER SPEEDS AND ...

Dec 27, 2014 Electrical System 52,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND VEHICLE STALLED FOR NO REASON. ENGINE LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. ATTEMPTED TO START, BUT NOTHING HAPPENED...NO CLICK, NO CRANK, NOTHING. HAD TO WAIT 10 MIN. UNTIL KEY START ATTEMPT DID ANYTHING AND THEN RAN FINE. HAVE BEEN DRIVING IN TOWN ~35MPH AS WELL AS SLOWER SPEEDS AND ...

Dec 24, 2014 Engine 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART BUT THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR ...

Dec 24, 2014 Engine 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART BUT THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR ...

Dec 17, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE RECALL ON THE WEIGHT ON THE KEY RING. CAR WENT DEAD IN THE PARKING LOT. *MW THE IGNITION COIL AND MODULE WERE REPLACED. *JB

Dec 17, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE RECALL ON THE WEIGHT ON THE KEY RING. CAR WENT DEAD IN THE PARKING LOT. *MW THE IGNITION COIL AND MODULE WERE REPLACED. *JB

Dec 16, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE THE CONSUMERS WIFE WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WHEN SHE SUDDENLY REALIZED THE ENGINE WAS NO LONGER ON AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RE-START AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALER. DIAGNOSIS WAS THAT THE "IGNITION MODULE" HAD DEFAULTED. *MW THE CONSUMER ST...

Dec 16, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CAR STALLED AND LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKE CAPABILITY ON A NARROW COUNTRY ROAD. *TA THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER ON AUGUST 21, 2014. THE PROBLEM REGARDING THE IGNITION IN RECALL, DESCRIBED THE PROBLEM SHE EXPERIENCED. *JB

Dec 16, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE THE CONSUMERS WIFE WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WHEN SHE SUDDENLY REALIZED THE ENGINE WAS NO LONGER ON AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RE-START AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALER. DIAGNOSIS WAS THAT THE "IGNITION MODULE" HAD DEFAULTED. *MW THE CONSUMER ST...

Dec 16, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CAR STALLED AND LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKE CAPABILITY ON A NARROW COUNTRY ROAD. *TA THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER ON AUGUST 21, 2014. THE PROBLEM REGARDING THE IGNITION IN RECALL, DESCRIBED THE PROBLEM SHE EXPERIENCED. *JB

Dec 3, 2014 Electrical System 29,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT...

Dec 3, 2014 Electrical System 29,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT...

Dec 1, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER STATES HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL, AND ALSO MADE AN APPOINTMENT BUT HE WAS TOLD IT WOULD TAKE ONE MONTH TO FIX THE VEHICLE.*SS

Dec 1, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER STATES HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL, AND ALSO MADE AN APPOINTMENT BUT HE WAS TOLD IT WOULD TAKE ONE MONTH TO FIX THE VEHICLE.*SS

Nov 20, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTU...

Nov 20, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTU...

Nov 19, 2014 Air Bags 65,000 mi

A WARNING MESSAGE CAME ON TO SAY SERVICE AIR BAG. WHEN I TOOK IT IN FOR THE RECALL REPAIR, I ASKED THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO CHECK FOR THE WARNING MESSAGE ON THE AIR BAG. I WAS TOLD I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE MY AIR BAG MODULE REPLACE. MY CAR IS ONLY 6 YEARS OLD. WHY WOULD AN AIR BAG MODULE NEED TO BE REP...

Nov 19, 2014 Air Bags 65,000 mi

A WARNING MESSAGE CAME ON TO SAY SERVICE AIR BAG. WHEN I TOOK IT IN FOR THE RECALL REPAIR, I ASKED THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO CHECK FOR THE WARNING MESSAGE ON THE AIR BAG. I WAS TOLD I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE MY AIR BAG MODULE REPLACE. MY CAR IS ONLY 6 YEARS OLD. WHY WOULD AN AIR BAG MODULE NEED TO BE REP...

Oct 14, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT FOR THE SECOND RECALL NOTIFICATION. THE S...

Oct 14, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT FOR THE SECOND RECALL NOTIFICATION. THE S...

Oct 6, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL...

Oct 6, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL...

Oct 6, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL...

Oct 6, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL...

Oct 1, 2014 Steering Crash

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POWER STEERING AND BRAKE FAILURE, THAT WAS A CONSTANT ISSUE. *TGW THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, WHERE THE STEERING AND BRAKES FAILED. *JB

Oct 1, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POWER STEERING AND BRAKE FAILURE, THAT WAS A CONSTANT ISSUE. *TGW THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, WHERE THE STEERING AND BRAKES FAILED. *JB

Oct 1, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT WITH A LOCAL DEALERSHIP. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED, BY HER LOCAL MECHANIC AND SHE SHOULD BE REIMBURSED. RECALL #10V240000 *JB

Oct 1, 2014 Steering Crash

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POWER STEERING AND BRAKE FAILURE, THAT WAS A CONSTANT ISSUE. *TGW THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, WHERE THE STEERING AND BRAKES FAILED. *JB

Oct 1, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POWER STEERING AND BRAKE FAILURE, THAT WAS A CONSTANT ISSUE. *TGW THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, WHERE THE STEERING AND BRAKES FAILED. *JB

Oct 1, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT WITH A LOCAL DEALERSHIP. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED, BY HER LOCAL MECHANIC AND SHE SHOULD BE REIMBURSED. RECALL #10V240000 *JB

Sep 30, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE SPECIFIC REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO...

Sep 30, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE SPECIFIC REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO...

Sep 29, 2014 Electrical System 24,863 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE IGNITION COIL AND MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2...

Sep 29, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 24,863 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE IGNITION COIL AND MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2...

Sep 29, 2014 Electrical System 24,863 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE IGNITION COIL AND MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2...

Sep 29, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 24,863 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE IGNITION COIL AND MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2...

Sep 25, 2014 Power Train 89,000 mi

AS I BEGAN TO ENTER A MAJOR HIGHWAY MY TRANSMISSION FAILED, CAR WOULD NOT DRIVE FORWARD. I ALMOST WAS STRUCK MY AN EIGHTEEN WHEELER(TRACTOR-TRAILER). THE FORWARD DRIVE BAND COMPLETELY BROKE IN THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING.

Sep 25, 2014 Power Train 89,000 mi

AS I BEGAN TO ENTER A MAJOR HIGHWAY MY TRANSMISSION FAILED, CAR WOULD NOT DRIVE FORWARD. I ALMOST WAS STRUCK MY AN EIGHTEEN WHEELER(TRACTOR-TRAILER). THE FORWARD DRIVE BAND COMPLETELY BROKE IN THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING.

Sep 24, 2014 Electrical System 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO TURN OFF WHEN THE KEY WAS IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE ALSO FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CA...

Sep 24, 2014 Electrical System 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO TURN OFF WHEN THE KEY WAS IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE ALSO FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CA...

Sep 19, 2014 Air Bags Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO FOUR OTHER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED ...

Sep 19, 2014 Air Bags Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO FOUR OTHER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED ...

Sep 17, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE KEY RECALL NOTICE AND STATES NOT SURE REPAIRS WILL BE A REMEDY. *SMD ACCORDING TO THE RECALL NOTICE, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *JB

Sep 17, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE KEY RECALL NOTICE AND STATES NOT SURE REPAIRS WILL BE A REMEDY. *SMD ACCORDING TO THE RECALL NOTICE, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *JB

Sep 16, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND BELL STARTED FLASHING, AND MESSAGE CENTER SAID "ENGINE POWERING DOWN", THEN IMMEDIATELY SAID "ENGINE POWERED OFF". THERE WAS NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. I WAS ABLE TO PULL SOMEWHAT OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I TURNED THE KE...

Sep 16, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND BELL STARTED FLASHING, AND MESSAGE CENTER SAID "ENGINE POWERING DOWN", THEN IMMEDIATELY SAID "ENGINE POWERED OFF". THERE WAS NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. I WAS ABLE TO PULL SOMEWHAT OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I TURNED THE KE...

Sep 15, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL...

Sep 15, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL...

Sep 12, 2014 Electrical System 31,126 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,126. U...

Sep 12, 2014 Electrical System 31,126 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,126. U...

Sep 10, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DASHBOARD LIGHTS ISSUES AND VEHICLE KEY FOB RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WOULD GO OUT. ESPECIALLY, IN THE EVENING. BY THE TIME HE ARRIVED AT THE DEALER, THE LIGHTS WOULD COME BACK ON. THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL, WER...

Sep 10, 2014 Electrical System Crash 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND CHANGING LANES, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK AND NECK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL AT...

Sep 10, 2014 Air Bags Crash 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND CHANGING LANES, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK AND NECK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL AT...

Sep 10, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DASHBOARD LIGHTS ISSUES AND VEHICLE KEY FOB RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WOULD GO OUT. ESPECIALLY, IN THE EVENING. BY THE TIME HE ARRIVED AT THE DEALER, THE LIGHTS WOULD COME BACK ON. THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL, WER...

Sep 10, 2014 Electrical System Crash 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND CHANGING LANES, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK AND NECK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL AT...

Sep 10, 2014 Air Bags Crash 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND CHANGING LANES, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK AND NECK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL AT...

Aug 29, 2014 Electrical System 77,602 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BLOCK WAS DEFECTIVE AND CAUSED THE FUEL PUMP MODULE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...

Aug 29, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,602 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BLOCK WAS DEFECTIVE AND CAUSED THE FUEL PUMP MODULE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...

Aug 29, 2014 Electrical System 77,602 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BLOCK WAS DEFECTIVE AND CAUSED THE FUEL PUMP MODULE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...

Aug 29, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,602 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE BLOCK WAS DEFECTIVE AND CAUSED THE FUEL PUMP MODULE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...

Aug 26, 2014 Power Train 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH FUSE ASSEMBLY, INSULATOR HARNESS AND INSU...

Aug 26, 2014 Engine 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH FUSE ASSEMBLY, INSULATOR HARNESS AND INSU...

Aug 26, 2014 Electrical System Crash 63,000 mi

TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO FOUR VEHICLES AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPEND...

Aug 26, 2014 Power Train 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH FUSE ASSEMBLY, INSULATOR HARNESS AND INSU...

Aug 26, 2014 Engine 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH FUSE ASSEMBLY, INSULATOR HARNESS AND INSU...

Aug 26, 2014 Electrical System Crash 63,000 mi

TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO FOUR VEHICLES AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPEND...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENGAGING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SURGE FORWARD. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENGAGING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SURGE FORWARD. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ...

Aug 21, 2014 Air Bags 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Electrical System 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Suspension 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Steering 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Air Bags 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Electrical System 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Suspension 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Steering 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 21, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2011 I PURCHASED WHAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BUICK SUPERIOR BUICK. I HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT I TRIED TO GET FIXED UNDER WARRANTY(SUSPENSION, THERMOSTAT, AIR BAGS, STEERING ETC.) OR GOOD FAITH (ONLY BRAKES) JUST TO NAME A FEW, AND TRIED TO GET A REFUND UNDER MY WARR...

Aug 6, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE STOPPED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED FOUR MECHANIC'S WORKED ON THE VEHICLE, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIX IT. THE CONSUMER NO LONGER OWNS THE VEHICLE. *JB

Aug 6, 2014 Engine

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE STOPPED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED FOUR MECHANIC'S WORKED ON THE VEHICLE, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIX IT. THE CONSUMER NO LONGER OWNS THE VEHICLE. *JB

Aug 6, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE STOPPED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED FOUR MECHANIC'S WORKED ON THE VEHICLE, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIX IT. THE CONSUMER NO LONGER OWNS THE VEHICLE. *JB

Aug 6, 2014 Engine

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE STOPPED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED FOUR MECHANIC'S WORKED ON THE VEHICLE, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIX IT. THE CONSUMER NO LONGER OWNS THE VEHICLE. *JB

Jul 1, 2014 Air Bags Crash 111,900 mi

I RAN OFF ROAD AND HIT A TREE. NOTED WHITE SMOKE BUT AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. SEAT BELT IN USE. ONLY MINOR INJURIES. INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED CAR. REPORTED INCIDENT TO GM. THEY REPLIED WITH PHONE NUMBER WHICH LED TO VOICE MAIL AND NO ANSWER. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Air Bags Crash 111,900 mi

I RAN OFF ROAD AND HIT A TREE. NOTED WHITE SMOKE BUT AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. SEAT BELT IN USE. ONLY MINOR INJURIES. INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED CAR. REPORTED INCIDENT TO GM. THEY REPLIED WITH PHONE NUMBER WHICH LED TO VOICE MAIL AND NO ANSWER. *TR

Jun 23, 2014 Electrical System 78,124 mi

I HAVE A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. I HAD APPROXIMATELY 78,200 MILES ON THE CAR. IN DECEMBER 2013 I WAS PLAYING MUSIC IN MY VEHICLE WITH OUT THE CAR BEING ON. THE CAR BATTERY WAS DRAINED BUT, WHAT SURPRISING TO ME WAS THE FACT THAT I COULDN'T GET THE KEY TO MOVE (UP OR DOWN/ IN OR OUT ) THE IGNITION ....

Jun 23, 2014 Electrical System 78,124 mi

IN DECEMBER OF 2013 I WAS PLAYING MUSIC IN MY VEHICLE, ( 2008, BUICK LUCERNE) THE BATTERY GOT GO DRAINED. THE THING THAT SURPRISED ME WAS THE FACT THAT AFTER, THE BATTERY WAS DRAINED THE IGNITION CEASED. I COULDN'T MOVE THE KEY UP/DOWN OR IN/OUT OF THE IGNITION. I THINK THAT THIS COULD HAVE BEEN...

Jun 23, 2014 Electrical System 78,124 mi

I HAVE A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. I HAD APPROXIMATELY 78,200 MILES ON THE CAR. IN DECEMBER 2013 I WAS PLAYING MUSIC IN MY VEHICLE WITH OUT THE CAR BEING ON. THE CAR BATTERY WAS DRAINED BUT, WHAT SURPRISING TO ME WAS THE FACT THAT I COULDN'T GET THE KEY TO MOVE (UP OR DOWN/ IN OR OUT ) THE IGNITION ....

Jun 23, 2014 Electrical System 78,124 mi

IN DECEMBER OF 2013 I WAS PLAYING MUSIC IN MY VEHICLE, ( 2008, BUICK LUCERNE) THE BATTERY GOT GO DRAINED. THE THING THAT SURPRISED ME WAS THE FACT THAT AFTER, THE BATTERY WAS DRAINED THE IGNITION CEASED. I COULDN'T MOVE THE KEY UP/DOWN OR IN/OUT OF THE IGNITION. I THINK THAT THIS COULD HAVE BEEN...

Jun 11, 2014 Air Bags Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WHEN IT FAILED TO YIELD THE RIGHT-OF-WAY. THE FRONT FENDER AND BALL JOINT WERE DAMAGED. ADDITIONALLY, THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT AND SIDE AIR BAGS F...

Jun 11, 2014 Air Bags Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WHEN IT FAILED TO YIELD THE RIGHT-OF-WAY. THE FRONT FENDER AND BALL JOINT WERE DAMAGED. ADDITIONALLY, THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT AND SIDE AIR BAGS F...

May 29, 2014 Tires 101,000 mi

ONE TIRE SHREDDED AT 70 MPH WITH LESS THAN 12,000 MILES ON THEM. HAD FULL PRESSURE ONE MOMENT AND FAILED THE NEXT. I NOTICED ALL 3 OTHER TIRES DEVELOPED BUBBLES CLOSE TO THE TREAD AND 2 OTHERS STARTED LEAKING A WEEK LATER. SUMITOMO DEALER LOCALLY REFUSED TO REPLACE OR HONOR WARRANTY. *TR

May 29, 2014 Tires 101,000 mi

ONE TIRE SHREDDED AT 70 MPH WITH LESS THAN 12,000 MILES ON THEM. HAD FULL PRESSURE ONE MOMENT AND FAILED THE NEXT. I NOTICED ALL 3 OTHER TIRES DEVELOPED BUBBLES CLOSE TO THE TREAD AND 2 OTHERS STARTED LEAKING A WEEK LATER. SUMITOMO DEALER LOCALLY REFUSED TO REPLACE OR HONOR WARRANTY. *TR

May 27, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 81,997 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING ON THE ON RAMP TO A BUSY INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, ACCELERATOR PEDAL STUCK TO FLOOR. (NO FLOOR MATS OR OTHER ITEMS WERE IN THE ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS.) CAR CONTINUED ACCELERATING, AND PEDAL CONTINUED TO STICK TO THE FLOOR DESPITE REPEATED ATTEMPTS TO GET IT TO RELEASE. RPM'S WERE ...

May 27, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND A FEW MOMENTS LATER THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE BURNED FUEL PUMP RELAY SWITCH. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED EACH TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO...

May 27, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND A FEW MOMENTS LATER THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE BURNED FUEL PUMP RELAY SWITCH. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED EACH TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO...

May 27, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 81,997 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING ON THE ON RAMP TO A BUSY INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, ACCELERATOR PEDAL STUCK TO FLOOR. (NO FLOOR MATS OR OTHER ITEMS WERE IN THE ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS.) CAR CONTINUED ACCELERATING, AND PEDAL CONTINUED TO STICK TO THE FLOOR DESPITE REPEATED ATTEMPTS TO GET IT TO RELEASE. RPM'S WERE ...

May 27, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND A FEW MOMENTS LATER THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE BURNED FUEL PUMP RELAY SWITCH. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED EACH TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO...

May 27, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND A FEW MOMENTS LATER THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE BURNED FUEL PUMP RELAY SWITCH. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED EACH TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO...

May 23, 2014 Electrical System 42,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPLACED THE STARTER RELAY SWITCH; HOWEVER WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE THE FOLLOWING DAY THE FUSE BOX WAS BURNED OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 23, 2014 Electrical System 42,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPLACED THE STARTER RELAY SWITCH; HOWEVER WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE THE FOLLOWING DAY THE FUSE BOX WAS BURNED OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 23, 2014 Electrical System 42,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPLACED THE STARTER RELAY SWITCH; HOWEVER WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE THE FOLLOWING DAY THE FUSE BOX WAS BURNED OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 23, 2014 Electrical System 42,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPLACED THE STARTER RELAY SWITCH; HOWEVER WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE THE FOLLOWING DAY THE FUSE BOX WAS BURNED OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Apr 22, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DOOR LOCKING PROBLEMS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DOORS WOULD LOCK ON THEIR OWN. A FEW WEEKS AGO, THE DOORS LOCKED WITH THE CONSUMER STILL INSIDE THE VEHICLE, AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO GET OUT, EVEN THOUGH SHE PRESSED THE UNLOCK BUTTON. THE DOOR LOC...

Apr 22, 2014 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DOOR LOCKING PROBLEMS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DOORS WOULD LOCK ON THEIR OWN. A FEW WEEKS AGO, THE DOORS LOCKED WITH THE CONSUMER STILL INSIDE THE VEHICLE, AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO GET OUT, EVEN THOUGH SHE PRESSED THE UNLOCK BUTTON. THE DOOR LOC...

Apr 2, 2014 Electrical System 9,000 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES ARE DIFFICULT TO READ ON 2008 BUICK LUCERNE I HAVE A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WITH AN INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING PROBLEM. MOST OF THE TIME THE GAUGES ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO READ. BUICK HAS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE EARLIEST CARS THAT I'VE FOUND TO EXHIBIT THIS PRO...

Apr 2, 2014 Exterior Lighting 9,000 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES ARE DIFFICULT TO READ ON 2008 BUICK LUCERNE I HAVE A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WITH AN INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING PROBLEM. MOST OF THE TIME THE GAUGES ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO READ. BUICK HAS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE EARLIEST CARS THAT I'VE FOUND TO EXHIBIT THIS PRO...

Apr 2, 2014 Electrical System 9,000 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES ARE DIFFICULT TO READ ON 2008 BUICK LUCERNE I HAVE A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WITH AN INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING PROBLEM. MOST OF THE TIME THE GAUGES ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO READ. BUICK HAS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE EARLIEST CARS THAT I'VE FOUND TO EXHIBIT THIS PRO...

Apr 2, 2014 Exterior Lighting 9,000 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES ARE DIFFICULT TO READ ON 2008 BUICK LUCERNE I HAVE A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE WITH AN INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING PROBLEM. MOST OF THE TIME THE GAUGES ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO READ. BUICK HAS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE EARLIEST CARS THAT I'VE FOUND TO EXHIBIT THIS PRO...

Feb 27, 2014 Electrical System 52,600 mi

CAR WOULD NOT START, AND THE FUEL RELAY FUSE HAD BLOWN, DAMAGING THE FUSE BOX. FUSE WAS REPLACED AND ON DEC 4, 2013 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AGAIN. NEW FUSE BLOCK HAD TO BE INSTALLED. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSES SAID THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT RECEIVING GOOD VOLTAGE AT TIME, FURTHER INSPECTION AND TESTING SHO...

Feb 27, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 52,600 mi

CAR WOULD NOT START, AND THE FUEL RELAY FUSE HAD BLOWN, DAMAGING THE FUSE BOX. FUSE WAS REPLACED AND ON DEC 4, 2013 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AGAIN. NEW FUSE BLOCK HAD TO BE INSTALLED. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSES SAID THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT RECEIVING GOOD VOLTAGE AT TIME, FURTHER INSPECTION AND TESTING SHO...

Feb 27, 2014 Electrical System 52,600 mi

CAR WOULD NOT START, AND THE FUEL RELAY FUSE HAD BLOWN, DAMAGING THE FUSE BOX. FUSE WAS REPLACED AND ON DEC 4, 2013 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AGAIN. NEW FUSE BLOCK HAD TO BE INSTALLED. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSES SAID THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT RECEIVING GOOD VOLTAGE AT TIME, FURTHER INSPECTION AND TESTING SHO...

Feb 27, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 52,600 mi

CAR WOULD NOT START, AND THE FUEL RELAY FUSE HAD BLOWN, DAMAGING THE FUSE BOX. FUSE WAS REPLACED AND ON DEC 4, 2013 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AGAIN. NEW FUSE BLOCK HAD TO BE INSTALLED. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSES SAID THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT RECEIVING GOOD VOLTAGE AT TIME, FURTHER INSPECTION AND TESTING SHO...

Dec 12, 2013 Seats 20,000 mi

SOMETIME BETWEEN 1998 AND 2008 THE BUICK LINE, AND ALMOST ALL OTHER LINES, ENLARGED THE SIZE OF THE COLUMNS SUPPORTING THE ROOF, MODIFIED THE FRONT SIDE WINDOWS TO ADD A SMALL TRIANGLE OF MATERIAL AT THE FRONT OF THE WINDOWS, AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SIDE MIRRORS AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE "DA...

Dec 12, 2013 Structure 20,000 mi

SOMETIME BETWEEN 1998 AND 2008 THE BUICK LINE, AND ALMOST ALL OTHER LINES, ENLARGED THE SIZE OF THE COLUMNS SUPPORTING THE ROOF, MODIFIED THE FRONT SIDE WINDOWS TO ADD A SMALL TRIANGLE OF MATERIAL AT THE FRONT OF THE WINDOWS, AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SIDE MIRRORS AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE "DA...

Dec 12, 2013 Visibility/wiper 20,000 mi

SOMETIME BETWEEN 1998 AND 2008 THE BUICK LINE, AND ALMOST ALL OTHER LINES, ENLARGED THE SIZE OF THE COLUMNS SUPPORTING THE ROOF, MODIFIED THE FRONT SIDE WINDOWS TO ADD A SMALL TRIANGLE OF MATERIAL AT THE FRONT OF THE WINDOWS, AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SIDE MIRRORS AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE "DA...

Dec 12, 2013 Seats 20,000 mi

SOMETIME BETWEEN 1998 AND 2008 THE BUICK LINE, AND ALMOST ALL OTHER LINES, ENLARGED THE SIZE OF THE COLUMNS SUPPORTING THE ROOF, MODIFIED THE FRONT SIDE WINDOWS TO ADD A SMALL TRIANGLE OF MATERIAL AT THE FRONT OF THE WINDOWS, AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SIDE MIRRORS AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE "DA...

Dec 12, 2013 Structure 20,000 mi

SOMETIME BETWEEN 1998 AND 2008 THE BUICK LINE, AND ALMOST ALL OTHER LINES, ENLARGED THE SIZE OF THE COLUMNS SUPPORTING THE ROOF, MODIFIED THE FRONT SIDE WINDOWS TO ADD A SMALL TRIANGLE OF MATERIAL AT THE FRONT OF THE WINDOWS, AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SIDE MIRRORS AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE "DA...

Dec 12, 2013 Visibility/wiper 20,000 mi

SOMETIME BETWEEN 1998 AND 2008 THE BUICK LINE, AND ALMOST ALL OTHER LINES, ENLARGED THE SIZE OF THE COLUMNS SUPPORTING THE ROOF, MODIFIED THE FRONT SIDE WINDOWS TO ADD A SMALL TRIANGLE OF MATERIAL AT THE FRONT OF THE WINDOWS, AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SIDE MIRRORS AND RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE "DA...

Nov 30, 2013 Structure 30,400 mi

WENT TO OPEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR WHEN THE HANDLE PULLED OUT FROM THE CAR. *TR

Nov 30, 2013 Structure 30,400 mi

WENT TO OPEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR WHEN THE HANDLE PULLED OUT FROM THE CAR. *TR

Oct 24, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 56,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE, SHE MANUALLY LOCKED THE PASSENGER AND THE REAR DOORS. WHEN THE CONTACT RETURNED TO THE VEHICLE, THE DOORS WERE UNLOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED T...

Oct 24, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 56,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE, SHE MANUALLY LOCKED THE PASSENGER AND THE REAR DOORS. WHEN THE CONTACT RETURNED TO THE VEHICLE, THE DOORS WERE UNLOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED T...

Aug 19, 2013 Electrical System 77,000 mi

MY CAR DROVE PERFECTLY FINE IN THE MORNING. EARLY AFTERNOON I WENT TO DRIVE THE CAR AND ALTHOUGH IT CRANKED, IT DID NOT AND WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP PULLED TOO MUCH AMPERAGE, CAUSING THE RELAY AND THE FUSE BOX TO BURN. HE STATED I WAS LUCKY THE CAR DI...

Aug 19, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,000 mi

MY CAR DROVE PERFECTLY FINE IN THE MORNING. EARLY AFTERNOON I WENT TO DRIVE THE CAR AND ALTHOUGH IT CRANKED, IT DID NOT AND WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP PULLED TOO MUCH AMPERAGE, CAUSING THE RELAY AND THE FUSE BOX TO BURN. HE STATED I WAS LUCKY THE CAR DI...

Aug 19, 2013 Electrical System 77,000 mi

MY CAR DROVE PERFECTLY FINE IN THE MORNING. EARLY AFTERNOON I WENT TO DRIVE THE CAR AND ALTHOUGH IT CRANKED, IT DID NOT AND WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP PULLED TOO MUCH AMPERAGE, CAUSING THE RELAY AND THE FUSE BOX TO BURN. HE STATED I WAS LUCKY THE CAR DI...

Aug 19, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,000 mi

MY CAR DROVE PERFECTLY FINE IN THE MORNING. EARLY AFTERNOON I WENT TO DRIVE THE CAR AND ALTHOUGH IT CRANKED, IT DID NOT AND WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP PULLED TOO MUCH AMPERAGE, CAUSING THE RELAY AND THE FUSE BOX TO BURN. HE STATED I WAS LUCKY THE CAR DI...

Jul 15, 2013 Wheels 115,000 mi

OWNER PUT NEW GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TIRES ON THE VEHICLE ON 12/31/10 AT A GOODYEAR DEALERSHIP. IN SPRING 2013 ALL FOUR TIRES STARTED LOSING AIR, AND THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED. THE OWNER BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES ARE FINE, BUT THAT...

Jul 15, 2013 Tires 115,000 mi

OWNER PUT NEW GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TIRES ON THE VEHICLE ON 12/31/10 AT A GOODYEAR DEALERSHIP. IN SPRING 2013 ALL FOUR TIRES STARTED LOSING AIR, AND THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED. THE OWNER BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES ARE FINE, BUT THAT...

Jul 15, 2013 Wheels 115,000 mi

OWNER PUT NEW GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TIRES ON THE VEHICLE ON 12/31/10 AT A GOODYEAR DEALERSHIP. IN SPRING 2013 ALL FOUR TIRES STARTED LOSING AIR, AND THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED. THE OWNER BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES ARE FINE, BUT THAT...

Jul 15, 2013 Tires 115,000 mi

OWNER PUT NEW GOODYEAR ASSURANCE TIRES ON THE VEHICLE ON 12/31/10 AT A GOODYEAR DEALERSHIP. IN SPRING 2013 ALL FOUR TIRES STARTED LOSING AIR, AND THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED. THE OWNER BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES ARE FINE, BUT THAT...

Jul 9, 2013 Visibility/wiper 48,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND AIR CONDITIONER FAN ON HIGH. I TURNED THE WIPERS ON TO CLEAN WINDSHIELD. IMMEDIATELY I WAS OVERCOME WITH EXTREME BURNING IN MY EYES I COULD NOT OPEN THEM. I REACHED FOR DOOR HANDLE AND GOT OUT. I WAS IN A PANIC, HAVING NO IDEA WHAT HAPPENED. I ASKED 2 PEOPLE FOR...

Jul 9, 2013 Suspension 48,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND AIR CONDITIONER FAN ON HIGH. I TURNED THE WIPERS ON TO CLEAN WINDSHIELD. IMMEDIATELY I WAS OVERCOME WITH EXTREME BURNING IN MY EYES I COULD NOT OPEN THEM. I REACHED FOR DOOR HANDLE AND GOT OUT. I WAS IN A PANIC, HAVING NO IDEA WHAT HAPPENED. I ASKED 2 PEOPLE FOR...

Jul 9, 2013 Visibility/wiper 48,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND AIR CONDITIONER FAN ON HIGH. I TURNED THE WIPERS ON TO CLEAN WINDSHIELD. IMMEDIATELY I WAS OVERCOME WITH EXTREME BURNING IN MY EYES I COULD NOT OPEN THEM. I REACHED FOR DOOR HANDLE AND GOT OUT. I WAS IN A PANIC, HAVING NO IDEA WHAT HAPPENED. I ASKED 2 PEOPLE FOR...

Jul 9, 2013 Suspension 48,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND AIR CONDITIONER FAN ON HIGH. I TURNED THE WIPERS ON TO CLEAN WINDSHIELD. IMMEDIATELY I WAS OVERCOME WITH EXTREME BURNING IN MY EYES I COULD NOT OPEN THEM. I REACHED FOR DOOR HANDLE AND GOT OUT. I WAS IN A PANIC, HAVING NO IDEA WHAT HAPPENED. I ASKED 2 PEOPLE FOR...

Jul 5, 2013 Structure 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,000. *TR

Jul 5, 2013 Structure 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,000. *TR

Apr 6, 2013 Structure Crash 57,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE CAR IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, THE ENGINE ROARED (EVEN THOUGH SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE) AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED OVER THE CURB AND STRUCK SMALL BUSHES AND TREES IN THE MEDIAN BETWEEN THE STEIN MART AND HOME DEPT PARKING LOTS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT GRILL AN...

Apr 6, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 57,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE CAR IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, THE ENGINE ROARED (EVEN THOUGH SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE) AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED OVER THE CURB AND STRUCK SMALL BUSHES AND TREES IN THE MEDIAN BETWEEN THE STEIN MART AND HOME DEPT PARKING LOTS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT GRILL AN...

Apr 6, 2013 Structure Crash 57,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE CAR IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, THE ENGINE ROARED (EVEN THOUGH SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE) AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED OVER THE CURB AND STRUCK SMALL BUSHES AND TREES IN THE MEDIAN BETWEEN THE STEIN MART AND HOME DEPT PARKING LOTS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT GRILL AN...

Apr 6, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 57,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE CAR IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, THE ENGINE ROARED (EVEN THOUGH SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE) AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED OVER THE CURB AND STRUCK SMALL BUSHES AND TREES IN THE MEDIAN BETWEEN THE STEIN MART AND HOME DEPT PARKING LOTS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT GRILL AN...

Mar 13, 2013 Service Brakes 64,834 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD PERIODICALLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT ME TOUCHING THE BRAKE PEDAL AT ALL. IT ALSO CONTINUALLY TRIPPED MY CRUISE CONTROL. GM DEALERSHIP DID THE REPAIRS. *TR

Mar 13, 2013 Service Brakes 64,834 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD PERIODICALLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT ME TOUCHING THE BRAKE PEDAL AT ALL. IT ALSO CONTINUALLY TRIPPED MY CRUISE CONTROL. GM DEALERSHIP DID THE REPAIRS. *TR

Feb 5, 2013 Electrical System 65,871 mi

AS I WAS TURNING A CORNER IN THIS VEHICLE THE ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPPED RUNNING. AS I WAS ON A LIGHTLY TRAVELED STREET INSIDE A DEVELOPMENT I WAS ABLE TO STOP NEAR THE CURB. I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE CAR BUT IT WOULD NOT START. I CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE AND A FLAT BED TOW TRUCK CAME AFTER 1 HOUR. THE C...

Feb 5, 2013 Electrical System 65,871 mi

AS I WAS TURNING A CORNER IN THIS VEHICLE THE ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPPED RUNNING. AS I WAS ON A LIGHTLY TRAVELED STREET INSIDE A DEVELOPMENT I WAS ABLE TO STOP NEAR THE CURB. I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE CAR BUT IT WOULD NOT START. I CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE AND A FLAT BED TOW TRUCK CAME AFTER 1 HOUR. THE C...

Dec 18, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 10,675 mi

FUEL GAUGE IS INACCURATE. READS UP TO 1/4 TO 1/2 TANK TOO FULL OR TOO EMPTY. TOOK IT TO GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) 5 TIMES WHERE NUMEROUS AND DIFFERENT REPAIRS WERE DONE OVER THE COURSE OF ABOUT 7 MONTHS, BUT STILL NOT FIXED. HAVE TO KEEP FILLING THE TANK SINCE FUEL LEVEL IS UNKNOWN. COLLISION HAZA...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 310 mi

HORIZONTAL EXTERIOR CHROME DOOR TRIMS LOOSE AT THE ENDS AT TIME OF PURCHASE AND HAVE WORSENED. TOOK CAR IN TO GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) 3 TIMES WHO REPLACED THEM, BUT CONDITION ALWAYS RETURNED. WAS TOLD THAT IF I BROUGHT IT IN AGAIN FOR REPLACEMENT, IT WOULD HAPPEN AGAIN. CANNOT HAVE CAR WASHED BY...

Dec 18, 2012 Service Brakes 8,275 mi

BRAKES LIGHTS WOULD COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE PARKED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. ALSO CRUISE CONTROL WOULD BE DISABLED WITHOUT USING THE BRAKE OR ANY SWITCH TO DISABLE IT. TOOK IT TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO RECALIBRATED THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH, BUT THE CONDITION R...

Dec 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 8,275 mi

BRAKES LIGHTS WOULD COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE PARKED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. ALSO CRUISE CONTROL WOULD BE DISABLED WITHOUT USING THE BRAKE OR ANY SWITCH TO DISABLE IT. TOOK IT TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO RECALIBRATED THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH, BUT THE CONDITION R...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 5,587 mi

INSIDE CENTER PILLAR (COLUMN BETWEEN FRONT AND REAR) TRIMS HAD GAPS WHERE TRIMS DIDN'T COVER THE OPENING. TOOK CAR TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) 4 TIMES. THEY INSTALLED CLIPS BUT STILL THERE IS A GAP ON ONE. *TR

Dec 18, 2012 Equipment 310 mi

WHILE DRIVING HOME AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR, THE ONSTAR SYSTEM KEPT STATING THAT WE WERE OFF COURSE (IT DIDN'T RECOGNIZE WHERE THE CAR WAS). ONSTAR ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR IT REMOTELY, WHICH DIDN'T WORK. TOOK CAR TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO ATTEMPTED A REPAIR. AFTER THAT, ONSTAR WOULD OCCASIONA...

Dec 18, 2012 Electrical System 10,675 mi

THREE DOOR LOCKS CEASED WORKING AT VARIOUS TIMES REGARDLESS OF USING A KEY FOB OR THE SWITCH ON THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR. TWO WERE REPAIRED AT A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER). THAT GM REPAIR FACILITY ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE 3RD ONE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. IT IS AGGRAVATING TO HAVE TO LOOK AT ALL 4 DOORS EAC...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 16,332 mi

OUTSIDE DRIVER'S CHROME DOOR HANDLE PULLS OFF WHEN OPENING THE DOOR. TOOK IT TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO REPLACED IT, BUT SAME PROBLEM RETURNED WITH THE NEW HANDLE. WAS TOLD BY AN EMPLOYEE AT A GM DEALER THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM WITH THE CHROME DOOR HANDLE. HAZARD: IF A THIEF PULL...

Dec 18, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 10,675 mi

FUEL GAUGE IS INACCURATE. READS UP TO 1/4 TO 1/2 TANK TOO FULL OR TOO EMPTY. TOOK IT TO GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) 5 TIMES WHERE NUMEROUS AND DIFFERENT REPAIRS WERE DONE OVER THE COURSE OF ABOUT 7 MONTHS, BUT STILL NOT FIXED. HAVE TO KEEP FILLING THE TANK SINCE FUEL LEVEL IS UNKNOWN. COLLISION HAZA...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 310 mi

HORIZONTAL EXTERIOR CHROME DOOR TRIMS LOOSE AT THE ENDS AT TIME OF PURCHASE AND HAVE WORSENED. TOOK CAR IN TO GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) 3 TIMES WHO REPLACED THEM, BUT CONDITION ALWAYS RETURNED. WAS TOLD THAT IF I BROUGHT IT IN AGAIN FOR REPLACEMENT, IT WOULD HAPPEN AGAIN. CANNOT HAVE CAR WASHED BY...

Dec 18, 2012 Service Brakes 8,275 mi

BRAKES LIGHTS WOULD COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE PARKED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. ALSO CRUISE CONTROL WOULD BE DISABLED WITHOUT USING THE BRAKE OR ANY SWITCH TO DISABLE IT. TOOK IT TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO RECALIBRATED THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH, BUT THE CONDITION R...

Dec 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 8,275 mi

BRAKES LIGHTS WOULD COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE PARKED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. ALSO CRUISE CONTROL WOULD BE DISABLED WITHOUT USING THE BRAKE OR ANY SWITCH TO DISABLE IT. TOOK IT TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO RECALIBRATED THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH, BUT THE CONDITION R...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 5,587 mi

INSIDE CENTER PILLAR (COLUMN BETWEEN FRONT AND REAR) TRIMS HAD GAPS WHERE TRIMS DIDN'T COVER THE OPENING. TOOK CAR TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) 4 TIMES. THEY INSTALLED CLIPS BUT STILL THERE IS A GAP ON ONE. *TR

Dec 18, 2012 Equipment 310 mi

WHILE DRIVING HOME AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR, THE ONSTAR SYSTEM KEPT STATING THAT WE WERE OFF COURSE (IT DIDN'T RECOGNIZE WHERE THE CAR WAS). ONSTAR ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR IT REMOTELY, WHICH DIDN'T WORK. TOOK CAR TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO ATTEMPTED A REPAIR. AFTER THAT, ONSTAR WOULD OCCASIONA...

Dec 18, 2012 Electrical System 10,675 mi

THREE DOOR LOCKS CEASED WORKING AT VARIOUS TIMES REGARDLESS OF USING A KEY FOB OR THE SWITCH ON THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR. TWO WERE REPAIRED AT A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER). THAT GM REPAIR FACILITY ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE 3RD ONE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. IT IS AGGRAVATING TO HAVE TO LOOK AT ALL 4 DOORS EAC...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 16,332 mi

OUTSIDE DRIVER'S CHROME DOOR HANDLE PULLS OFF WHEN OPENING THE DOOR. TOOK IT TO A GM REPAIR FACILITY (DEALER) WHO REPLACED IT, BUT SAME PROBLEM RETURNED WITH THE NEW HANDLE. WAS TOLD BY AN EMPLOYEE AT A GM DEALER THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM WITH THE CHROME DOOR HANDLE. HAZARD: IF A THIEF PULL...

Jul 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 86,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE 4/2/12. 6/30/12 CAR WOULD NOT START. FULL POWER AND CRANK BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. CAR TOWED AND DIAGNOSED AS FUEL PUMP/RELAY. THE RELAY WAS MELTED. REPAIRED WITHOUT INCIDENT. JULY 23,2012 CAR REPEATED. NO START. CAR TOWED AGAIN AND RELAY IS MELTED AGAIN. RESEARCHING IT SEEMS TO BE...

Jul 24, 2012 Electrical System 86,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE 4/2/12. 6/30/12 CAR WOULD NOT START. FULL POWER AND CRANK BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. CAR TOWED AND DIAGNOSED AS FUEL PUMP/RELAY. THE RELAY WAS MELTED. REPAIRED WITHOUT INCIDENT. JULY 23,2012 CAR REPEATED. NO START. CAR TOWED AGAIN AND RELAY IS MELTED AGAIN. RESEARCHING IT SEEMS TO BE...

Jul 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 86,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE 4/2/12. 6/30/12 CAR WOULD NOT START. FULL POWER AND CRANK BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. CAR TOWED AND DIAGNOSED AS FUEL PUMP/RELAY. THE RELAY WAS MELTED. REPAIRED WITHOUT INCIDENT. JULY 23,2012 CAR REPEATED. NO START. CAR TOWED AGAIN AND RELAY IS MELTED AGAIN. RESEARCHING IT SEEMS TO BE...

Jul 24, 2012 Electrical System 86,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE 4/2/12. 6/30/12 CAR WOULD NOT START. FULL POWER AND CRANK BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. CAR TOWED AND DIAGNOSED AS FUEL PUMP/RELAY. THE RELAY WAS MELTED. REPAIRED WITHOUT INCIDENT. JULY 23,2012 CAR REPEATED. NO START. CAR TOWED AGAIN AND RELAY IS MELTED AGAIN. RESEARCHING IT SEEMS TO BE...

Jul 4, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A HIGHWAY SPEED,MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE SHOWED A SERVICE STABILITRAK LIGHT.THIS CAUSED A LOSS OF TRACTION AND I HAD TO SLOWLY BRING THE VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL MANUALLY. THIS CONDITION LASTED A FEW SECONDS AND THEN RETURNED TO NORMAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEED UP TO ...

Jul 4, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A HIGHWAY SPEED,MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE SHOWED A SERVICE STABILITRAK LIGHT.THIS CAUSED A LOSS OF TRACTION AND I HAD TO SLOWLY BRING THE VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL MANUALLY. THIS CONDITION LASTED A FEW SECONDS AND THEN RETURNED TO NORMAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEED UP TO ...

Mar 12, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL TO DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WINDSHIELD SOLUTION FROM THE CAR. THIS IS A FEATURE THAT COST EXTRA WHEN BUYING THE CAR AND I FEEL YOU SHOULD REPAIR IT, NOT JUST REMOVE THE FEATURE. IS THERE ANY REPAIR INSTEAD OF REMOVAL? IF NOT HOW DO YOU COMPENSATE OWNERS FOR THE...

Mar 12, 2012 Visibility

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL TO DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WINDSHIELD SOLUTION FROM THE CAR. THIS IS A FEATURE THAT COST EXTRA WHEN BUYING THE CAR AND I FEEL YOU SHOULD REPAIR IT, NOT JUST REMOVE THE FEATURE. IS THERE ANY REPAIR INSTEAD OF REMOVAL? IF NOT HOW DO YOU COMPENSATE OWNERS FOR THE...

Mar 12, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL TO DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WINDSHIELD SOLUTION FROM THE CAR. THIS IS A FEATURE THAT COST EXTRA WHEN BUYING THE CAR AND I FEEL YOU SHOULD REPAIR IT, NOT JUST REMOVE THE FEATURE. IS THERE ANY REPAIR INSTEAD OF REMOVAL? IF NOT HOW DO YOU COMPENSATE OWNERS FOR THE...

Mar 12, 2012 Visibility

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL TO DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WINDSHIELD SOLUTION FROM THE CAR. THIS IS A FEATURE THAT COST EXTRA WHEN BUYING THE CAR AND I FEEL YOU SHOULD REPAIR IT, NOT JUST REMOVE THE FEATURE. IS THERE ANY REPAIR INSTEAD OF REMOVAL? IF NOT HOW DO YOU COMPENSATE OWNERS FOR THE...

Feb 24, 2012 Air Bags Crash

DAMAGE WAS EXTENSIVE ENOUGH TO TOTAL OUT THE CAR, BUT AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. *TR

Feb 24, 2012 Air Bags Crash

DAMAGE WAS EXTENSIVE ENOUGH TO TOTAL OUT THE CAR, BUT AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. *TR

Nov 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 M.P.H. GOING DOWNHILL AT A 6% GRADE VEHICLE'S FRONT END AND STEERING COLUMN STARTED VIBRATING VIOLENTLY. PULLED OVER AND LET CAR SIT FOR 30-45 MINUTES, THEN TRAVELED ON. TOOK CAR TO BUICK DEALER AND FOUND ROTORS SEVERELY WARPED. ROTORS WERE TURNED(MACHINED) AND CAR BRAKES WERE OK...

Nov 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 M.P.H. GOING DOWNHILL AT A 6% GRADE VEHICLE'S FRONT END AND STEERING COLUMN STARTED VIBRATING VIOLENTLY. PULLED OVER AND LET CAR SIT FOR 30-45 MINUTES, THEN TRAVELED ON. TOOK CAR TO BUICK DEALER AND FOUND ROTORS SEVERELY WARPED. ROTORS WERE TURNED(MACHINED) AND CAR BRAKES WERE OK...

Nov 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 M.P.H. GOING DOWNHILL AT A 6% GRADE VEHICLE'S FRONT END AND STEERING COLUMN STARTED VIBRATING VIOLENTLY. PULLED OVER AND LET CAR SIT FOR 30-45 MINUTES, THEN TRAVELED ON. TOOK CAR TO BUICK DEALER AND FOUND ROTORS SEVERELY WARPED. ROTORS WERE TURNED(MACHINED) AND CAR BRAKES WERE OK...

Nov 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 M.P.H. GOING DOWNHILL AT A 6% GRADE VEHICLE'S FRONT END AND STEERING COLUMN STARTED VIBRATING VIOLENTLY. PULLED OVER AND LET CAR SIT FOR 30-45 MINUTES, THEN TRAVELED ON. TOOK CAR TO BUICK DEALER AND FOUND ROTORS SEVERELY WARPED. ROTORS WERE TURNED(MACHINED) AND CAR BRAKES WERE OK...

Oct 29, 2011 Structure 22,010 mi

I WAS GETTING BACK INTO MY CAR AND WENT TO OPEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR, WHEN THE DOOR HANDLE MECHANISM PULLED OUT OF THE DOOR. I WAS SHOCKED....NEVER EXPERIENCE THIS IN 41YEARS OF DRIVING. *TR

Oct 29, 2011 Structure 22,010 mi

I WAS GETTING BACK INTO MY CAR AND WENT TO OPEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR, WHEN THE DOOR HANDLE MECHANISM PULLED OUT OF THE DOOR. I WAS SHOCKED....NEVER EXPERIENCE THIS IN 41YEARS OF DRIVING. *TR

Jul 25, 2011 Steering 34,966 mi

CLUNK IN STEERING WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL WHEN PARKED OR MOVING. CAN ALSO HEAR THE CLUNK NOISE WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT DOES NOT GO AWAY. *TR

Jul 25, 2011 Steering 34,966 mi

CLUNK IN STEERING WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL WHEN PARKED OR MOVING. CAN ALSO HEAR THE CLUNK NOISE WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT DOES NOT GO AWAY. *TR

Apr 15, 2011 Air Bags Crash 28,248 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE TO TREAT SERIOUS INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE CONTACT WAS THE ONLY PERSON...

Apr 15, 2011 Air Bags Crash 28,248 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE TO TREAT SERIOUS INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE CONTACT WAS THE ONLY PERSON...

Mar 14, 2011 Structure 35,915 mi

WITH ONLY 85 MILES LEFT ON MY WARRANTY FOR MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO TEMPORARILY PUSH IT BACK ON. WE IMMEDIATELY DROVE TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY REPLACED THE DOOR HANDLE UNDER THE WARRANTY. THE BILL WOULD HAVE BEEN $94 OTHERWISE. NO WAY SH...

Mar 14, 2011 Structure 35,915 mi

WITH ONLY 85 MILES LEFT ON MY WARRANTY FOR MY 2008 BUICK LUCERNE THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO TEMPORARILY PUSH IT BACK ON. WE IMMEDIATELY DROVE TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY REPLACED THE DOOR HANDLE UNDER THE WARRANTY. THE BILL WOULD HAVE BEEN $94 OTHERWISE. NO WAY SH...

Feb 18, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 49,800 mi

WHEN OPENING DRIVER'S DOOR THE HANDLE CAME APART IN MY HAND. I HAD MY MECHANIC PUT IT BACK TOGETHER. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE SO I AM REALLY AFRAID TO OPEN THIS DOOR. WILL BUICK REPLACE THIS DOOR HANDLE? UPDATED IVOQ 02/24/11 *LN

Feb 18, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 49,800 mi

WHEN OPENING DRIVER'S DOOR THE HANDLE CAME APART IN MY HAND. I HAD MY MECHANIC PUT IT BACK TOGETHER. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE SO I AM REALLY AFRAID TO OPEN THIS DOOR. WILL BUICK REPLACE THIS DOOR HANDLE? UPDATED IVOQ 02/24/11 *LN

Jan 3, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 18,641 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES WHEN THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL THUMPING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR ROTORS WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REP...

Jan 3, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 18,641 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES WHEN THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL THUMPING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR ROTORS WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REP...

Dec 16, 2010 Visibility 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WASHER WAS INOPERABLE. THE DEALER WAS INFORMED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO LEAVE THE VEHICLE IN HIS GARAGE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FA...

Dec 16, 2010 Visibility 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WASHER WAS INOPERABLE. THE DEALER WAS INFORMED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO LEAVE THE VEHICLE IN HIS GARAGE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FA...

Nov 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 13,800 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, RESULTING IN A CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOS...

Nov 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 13,800 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, RESULTING IN A CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOS...

Aug 17, 2010 Traction Control System 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Visibility 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Traction Control System 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 17, 2010 Visibility 19,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE WOULD SPEW BACK OUT FROM THE FILLER TUBE AND ONTO THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT DRIVER WINDOW WAS ABNORMALLY SLOW IN ...

Aug 2, 2010 Visibility Fire 10 mi

THE HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER RECALL 10153 IS NOT SUFFICIENT. THEY ARE NOT OFFERING A REPAIR BUT TO DISABLE IT. I AND MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE THIS OPTION ARE NOT GOING TO GET THE RECALL DONE BECAUSE WE WANT THIS FEATURE TO WORK. BECAUSE OF THIS MANY ARE AT RISK. WHAT IF SOMEONE DOES NOT GET IT DONE AND...

Aug 2, 2010 Electrical System Fire 10 mi

THE HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER RECALL 10153 IS NOT SUFFICIENT. THEY ARE NOT OFFERING A REPAIR BUT TO DISABLE IT. I AND MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE THIS OPTION ARE NOT GOING TO GET THE RECALL DONE BECAUSE WE WANT THIS FEATURE TO WORK. BECAUSE OF THIS MANY ARE AT RISK. WHAT IF SOMEONE DOES NOT GET IT DONE AND...

Aug 2, 2010 Visibility Fire 10 mi

THE HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER RECALL 10153 IS NOT SUFFICIENT. THEY ARE NOT OFFERING A REPAIR BUT TO DISABLE IT. I AND MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE THIS OPTION ARE NOT GOING TO GET THE RECALL DONE BECAUSE WE WANT THIS FEATURE TO WORK. BECAUSE OF THIS MANY ARE AT RISK. WHAT IF SOMEONE DOES NOT GET IT DONE AND...

Aug 2, 2010 Electrical System Fire 10 mi

THE HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER RECALL 10153 IS NOT SUFFICIENT. THEY ARE NOT OFFERING A REPAIR BUT TO DISABLE IT. I AND MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE THIS OPTION ARE NOT GOING TO GET THE RECALL DONE BECAUSE WE WANT THIS FEATURE TO WORK. BECAUSE OF THIS MANY ARE AT RISK. WHAT IF SOMEONE DOES NOT GET IT DONE AND...

Jul 29, 2010 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING RECALL AND CLASS ACTION SUIT INVOLVING GM *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS) WAS A MARKETING FEATURE ON THE GM PRODUCT. THE PROPOSED SOLUTION OF PERMANENTLY DISABLING AND REMOVING THE HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM IS NEITHER ACC...

Jul 29, 2010 Electrical System

2008 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING RECALL AND CLASS ACTION SUIT INVOLVING GM *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS) WAS A MARKETING FEATURE ON THE GM PRODUCT. THE PROPOSED SOLUTION OF PERMANENTLY DISABLING AND REMOVING THE HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM IS NEITHER ACC...

Jun 10, 2010 Fuel System, Other 100 mi

AFTER FUEL GAUGE GETS DOWN TO FULL ,SHUT ENGINE OFF,RESTART ENGINE FUEL GAUGE WILL DROP ONE EIGHTH,SHUT ENGINE OFF, RESTART ENGINE GAUGE WILL READ UP ONE EIGHTH OR BACK TO WHERE IT WAS. IT READS UP1/8 THEN DOWN 1/8 THEN BACK UP 1/8. *TR

Jun 10, 2010 Fuel System, Other 100 mi

AFTER FUEL GAUGE GETS DOWN TO FULL ,SHUT ENGINE OFF,RESTART ENGINE FUEL GAUGE WILL DROP ONE EIGHTH,SHUT ENGINE OFF, RESTART ENGINE GAUGE WILL READ UP ONE EIGHTH OR BACK TO WHERE IT WAS. IT READS UP1/8 THEN DOWN 1/8 THEN BACK UP 1/8. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Visibility

THIS COMPLAINT IS AN EXACT COPY OF ANOTHER ONE BECAUSE WE EXPERIENCE THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. DURING FREEZING RAIN OR SNOW CONDITIONS THERE IS A BUILD-UP OF ICE AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD BELOW THE POINT OF THE DEFROSTERS. HEAT FROM THE DEFROSTER SYSTEM CANNOT REACH THE AREA OF BUILD-UP CAUSING THE...

Jun 9, 2010 Visibility

THIS COMPLAINT IS AN EXACT COPY OF ANOTHER ONE BECAUSE WE EXPERIENCE THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. DURING FREEZING RAIN OR SNOW CONDITIONS THERE IS A BUILD-UP OF ICE AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD BELOW THE POINT OF THE DEFROSTERS. HEAT FROM THE DEFROSTER SYSTEM CANNOT REACH THE AREA OF BUILD-UP CAUSING THE...

Apr 9, 2010 Interior Lighting 3,000 mi

DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL LIGHTS WILL BE DIM OR GO DIM WHILE DRIVING. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO READ ANY INFORMATION ON THE DASH WHEN SUN SHINES ON OR NEAR THE PANEL. DEALER REPLACED PANEL BUT IT DID NO GOOD. WENT BACK TO DEALER BUT HE SAID THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Electrical System 3,000 mi

DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL LIGHTS WILL BE DIM OR GO DIM WHILE DRIVING. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO READ ANY INFORMATION ON THE DASH WHEN SUN SHINES ON OR NEAR THE PANEL. DEALER REPLACED PANEL BUT IT DID NO GOOD. WENT BACK TO DEALER BUT HE SAID THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Interior Lighting 3,000 mi

DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL LIGHTS WILL BE DIM OR GO DIM WHILE DRIVING. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO READ ANY INFORMATION ON THE DASH WHEN SUN SHINES ON OR NEAR THE PANEL. DEALER REPLACED PANEL BUT IT DID NO GOOD. WENT BACK TO DEALER BUT HE SAID THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Electrical System 3,000 mi

DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL LIGHTS WILL BE DIM OR GO DIM WHILE DRIVING. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO READ ANY INFORMATION ON THE DASH WHEN SUN SHINES ON OR NEAR THE PANEL. DEALER REPLACED PANEL BUT IT DID NO GOOD. WENT BACK TO DEALER BUT HE SAID THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. *TR

Mar 7, 2010 Electrical System 600 mi

I HAVE AN 08 BUICK LUCERNE CXL UNDER WARRANTY. AT TIMES THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE SO DIM YOU CANNOT READ THE PANEL WHEN THE SUN SHINES ON THEM A BIT. I TOOK IT TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED PANEL LIGHT. NO HELP. THEY SAID BUICK WILL NOT HELP THEM. TOOK IT BACK AND EXPLAINED PROBLEM AND THEY SA...

Mar 7, 2010 Interior Lighting 600 mi

I HAVE AN 08 BUICK LUCERNE CXL UNDER WARRANTY. AT TIMES THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE SO DIM YOU CANNOT READ THE PANEL WHEN THE SUN SHINES ON THEM A BIT. I TOOK IT TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED PANEL LIGHT. NO HELP. THEY SAID BUICK WILL NOT HELP THEM. TOOK IT BACK AND EXPLAINED PROBLEM AND THEY SA...

Mar 7, 2010 Electrical System 600 mi

I HAVE AN 08 BUICK LUCERNE CXL UNDER WARRANTY. AT TIMES THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE SO DIM YOU CANNOT READ THE PANEL WHEN THE SUN SHINES ON THEM A BIT. I TOOK IT TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED PANEL LIGHT. NO HELP. THEY SAID BUICK WILL NOT HELP THEM. TOOK IT BACK AND EXPLAINED PROBLEM AND THEY SA...

Mar 7, 2010 Interior Lighting 600 mi

I HAVE AN 08 BUICK LUCERNE CXL UNDER WARRANTY. AT TIMES THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE SO DIM YOU CANNOT READ THE PANEL WHEN THE SUN SHINES ON THEM A BIT. I TOOK IT TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED PANEL LIGHT. NO HELP. THEY SAID BUICK WILL NOT HELP THEM. TOOK IT BACK AND EXPLAINED PROBLEM AND THEY SA...

Jan 8, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 13,600 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH HIS VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE 13,600. UPDATED 1/28/10 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED UPON ENTERING A HIGHWAY FROM ...

Jan 8, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 13,600 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH HIS VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE 13,600. UPDATED 1/28/10 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED UPON ENTERING A HIGHWAY FROM ...

Oct 28, 2009 Steering 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH IN SEVERE RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS. SUDDENLY, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER EXERTED GREATER EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE SPEED WAS REDUCED AND THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE ...

Oct 28, 2009 Steering 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH IN SEVERE RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS. SUDDENLY, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER EXERTED GREATER EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE SPEED WAS REDUCED AND THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE ...

Mar 18, 2009 Air Bags Crash

ON MARCH 11, THE ACCELERATOR STUCK ON MY MOTHER'S 2008 BUICK LUCERNE AND SHE JUMPED A RR TIE BARRIER AND CROSSED THE FRONT YARD AND HIT AN OAK TREE AT PERHAPS 30 MPH. SHE THINKS SHE TURNED OFF THE ENGINE IN ATTEMPT TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL AND INTO THE STREET. SHE'S NOT SURE...

Mar 18, 2009 Air Bags Crash

ON MARCH 11, THE ACCELERATOR STUCK ON MY MOTHER'S 2008 BUICK LUCERNE AND SHE JUMPED A RR TIE BARRIER AND CROSSED THE FRONT YARD AND HIT AN OAK TREE AT PERHAPS 30 MPH. SHE THINKS SHE TURNED OFF THE ENGINE IN ATTEMPT TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL AND INTO THE STREET. SHE'S NOT SURE...

Mar 11, 2009 Electrical System 14,000 mi

I TOOK DELIVERY OF A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE.LAST YEAR. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY I HAD PROBLEMS. I PROCEEDED UNDER PA. LEMON LAW DUE TO ELECTRICAL ISSUES (ENGINE LIGHT INDICATING A PROBLEM) REPRESENTED BY COUNSEL. I WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED AND SETTLED FOR A FLAT AMOUNT. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD ADDIT...

Mar 11, 2009 Electrical System 14,000 mi

I TOOK DELIVERY OF A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE.LAST YEAR. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY I HAD PROBLEMS. I PROCEEDED UNDER PA. LEMON LAW DUE TO ELECTRICAL ISSUES (ENGINE LIGHT INDICATING A PROBLEM) REPRESENTED BY COUNSEL. I WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED AND SETTLED FOR A FLAT AMOUNT. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD ADDIT...

Mar 2, 2009 Visibility 3,000 mi

DURING FREEZING RAIN OR SNOW CONDITIONS THERE IS A BUILD-UP OF ICE AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD BELOW THE POINT OF THE DEFROSTERS. HEAT FROM THE DEFROSTER SYSTEM CANNOT REACH THE AREA OF BUILD-UP CAUSING THE WIPERS TO CONSTANTLY PASS OVER THE ICE AND BECOME CLOGGED WITH ICE WHICH IS THEN DRAGGED AC...

Mar 2, 2009 Visibility 3,000 mi

DURING FREEZING RAIN OR SNOW CONDITIONS THERE IS A BUILD-UP OF ICE AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD BELOW THE POINT OF THE DEFROSTERS. HEAT FROM THE DEFROSTER SYSTEM CANNOT REACH THE AREA OF BUILD-UP CAUSING THE WIPERS TO CONSTANTLY PASS OVER THE ICE AND BECOME CLOGGED WITH ICE WHICH IS THEN DRAGGED AC...

Feb 5, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 1,000 mi

I PURCHASED AN 08 BUICK LUCERNE IN SEPT. OF 08. MY CONCERN DEALS WITH THE ACCELERATOR. THIS MODEL I AM TOLD HAS AN ALL ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED ACCELERATOR. I FIND IT ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO HOLD AN EVEN SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY AS IT IS CONSTANTLY EITHER SPEEDING UP OR SLOWING DOWN, AND I HAVE NO PERCEPT...

Feb 5, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 1,000 mi

I PURCHASED AN 08 BUICK LUCERNE IN SEPT. OF 08. MY CONCERN DEALS WITH THE ACCELERATOR. THIS MODEL I AM TOLD HAS AN ALL ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED ACCELERATOR. I FIND IT ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO HOLD AN EVEN SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY AS IT IS CONSTANTLY EITHER SPEEDING UP OR SLOWING DOWN, AND I HAVE NO PERCEPT...

Jan 17, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,600 mi

DEFROSTER VENTS IMPROPERLY POSITIONED TO KEEP FRONT WINDSHIELD CLEAR IN NEAR ZERO CONDITIONS. WINDOW WIPER BLADES PARK IN AN AREA BELOW THE HEATED PORTION OF THE WINDSHIELD. WIPERS FROZE TO THE WINDOW, DURING THE DELAY IN THE INTERRUPTED OPERATION, WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM AT 3 DEG. TEMP. WIND...

Jan 17, 2009 Visibility 18,600 mi

DEFROSTER VENTS IMPROPERLY POSITIONED TO KEEP FRONT WINDSHIELD CLEAR IN NEAR ZERO CONDITIONS. WINDOW WIPER BLADES PARK IN AN AREA BELOW THE HEATED PORTION OF THE WINDSHIELD. WIPERS FROZE TO THE WINDOW, DURING THE DELAY IN THE INTERRUPTED OPERATION, WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM AT 3 DEG. TEMP. WIND...

Jan 17, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,600 mi

DEFROSTER VENTS IMPROPERLY POSITIONED TO KEEP FRONT WINDSHIELD CLEAR IN NEAR ZERO CONDITIONS. WINDOW WIPER BLADES PARK IN AN AREA BELOW THE HEATED PORTION OF THE WINDSHIELD. WIPERS FROZE TO THE WINDOW, DURING THE DELAY IN THE INTERRUPTED OPERATION, WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM AT 3 DEG. TEMP. WIND...

Jan 17, 2009 Visibility 18,600 mi

DEFROSTER VENTS IMPROPERLY POSITIONED TO KEEP FRONT WINDSHIELD CLEAR IN NEAR ZERO CONDITIONS. WINDOW WIPER BLADES PARK IN AN AREA BELOW THE HEATED PORTION OF THE WINDSHIELD. WIPERS FROZE TO THE WINDOW, DURING THE DELAY IN THE INTERRUPTED OPERATION, WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM AT 3 DEG. TEMP. WIND...

Nov 10, 2008 Structure 456 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW WITH EXCESSIVE SCRATCHES ON THE EXTERIOR PAINT. THE SCRATCHES COVERED THE ENTIRE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SALES REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THE DEFECTS DURING THE NEW VEHICLE INSPECTION. IMMEDIATELY, THE AUTHORIZED DEALER COLLIS...

Nov 10, 2008 Structure 456 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW WITH EXCESSIVE SCRATCHES ON THE EXTERIOR PAINT. THE SCRATCHES COVERED THE ENTIRE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SALES REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THE DEFECTS DURING THE NEW VEHICLE INSPECTION. IMMEDIATELY, THE AUTHORIZED DEALER COLLIS...

Sep 3, 2008 Electrical System

ON A SUNNY DAY IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO READ THE INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER THE COWL. MOST IMPORTANT : ONE CANNOT READ THE SPEEDOMETER SO THAT YOU CAN ONLY JUDGE YOUR SPEED BY WHETHER YOU ARE PASSING EVERYONE OR THEY ARE PASSING YOU. NOR ARE ANY OF THE OTHER INSTRUMENTS READABLE. AT NIGHT THERE IS NO PRO...

Sep 3, 2008 Electrical System

ON A SUNNY DAY IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO READ THE INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER THE COWL. MOST IMPORTANT : ONE CANNOT READ THE SPEEDOMETER SO THAT YOU CAN ONLY JUDGE YOUR SPEED BY WHETHER YOU ARE PASSING EVERYONE OR THEY ARE PASSING YOU. NOR ARE ANY OF THE OTHER INSTRUMENTS READABLE. AT NIGHT THERE IS NO PRO...

Aug 26, 2008 Electrical System 90 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE LIGHTING ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL HAD A CONSTANT LOW INTENSITY, RESULTING IN POOR ILLUMINATION. AS A RESULT, HE WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE WARNING LIGHTS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. HE TO...

Aug 26, 2008 Electrical System 90 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE LIGHTING ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL HAD A CONSTANT LOW INTENSITY, RESULTING IN POOR ILLUMINATION. AS A RESULT, HE WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE WARNING LIGHTS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. HE TO...

Aug 16, 2008 Visibility

THIS IS A REPORT OF A DESIGN FLAW THAT MIGHT RESULT IN A SAFETY ISSUE. I RECENTLY TOOK DELIVERY OF A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL. I PURCHASED THE OPTIONAL SIX-PASSENGER VERSION WHICH MEANS THAT THE GEARSHIFT LEVER IS MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN INSTEAD OF ON A FLOOR CONSOLE, LIKE MOST OTHER CARS. ...

Aug 16, 2008 Power Train

THIS IS A REPORT OF A DESIGN FLAW THAT MIGHT RESULT IN A SAFETY ISSUE. I RECENTLY TOOK DELIVERY OF A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL. I PURCHASED THE OPTIONAL SIX-PASSENGER VERSION WHICH MEANS THAT THE GEARSHIFT LEVER IS MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN INSTEAD OF ON A FLOOR CONSOLE, LIKE MOST OTHER CARS. ...

Aug 16, 2008 Visibility

THIS IS A REPORT OF A DESIGN FLAW THAT MIGHT RESULT IN A SAFETY ISSUE. I RECENTLY TOOK DELIVERY OF A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL. I PURCHASED THE OPTIONAL SIX-PASSENGER VERSION WHICH MEANS THAT THE GEARSHIFT LEVER IS MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN INSTEAD OF ON A FLOOR CONSOLE, LIKE MOST OTHER CARS. ...

Aug 16, 2008 Power Train

THIS IS A REPORT OF A DESIGN FLAW THAT MIGHT RESULT IN A SAFETY ISSUE. I RECENTLY TOOK DELIVERY OF A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL. I PURCHASED THE OPTIONAL SIX-PASSENGER VERSION WHICH MEANS THAT THE GEARSHIFT LEVER IS MOUNTED ON THE STEERING COLUMN INSTEAD OF ON A FLOOR CONSOLE, LIKE MOST OTHER CARS. ...

Jul 6, 2008 Electrical System

I PURCHASED A NEW 2008 BUICK LUCERNE AND UNABLE TO READ INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES ESPECIALLY SPEED, GAS, ETC DURING DAYLIGHT PERIODS WITH BRIGHT SUN AND/OR HAZY WHEN AUTO RUNNING LIGHTS ARE ON. DRIVER IS UNABLE TO OBSERVE THE AUTO'S SPEED, AMOUNT OF FUEL AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS ON PANEL. THIS IS CAUSED...

Jul 6, 2008 Electrical System

I PURCHASED A NEW 2008 BUICK LUCERNE AND UNABLE TO READ INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES ESPECIALLY SPEED, GAS, ETC DURING DAYLIGHT PERIODS WITH BRIGHT SUN AND/OR HAZY WHEN AUTO RUNNING LIGHTS ARE ON. DRIVER IS UNABLE TO OBSERVE THE AUTO'S SPEED, AMOUNT OF FUEL AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS ON PANEL. THIS IS CAUSED...

Jul 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46 mi

THERE IS A CLUNKING OF THE DRIVERSIDE FRONT BRAKES FOLLOWED WITH A SCRAPING SOUND IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ACCOMPANIED WITH A HESITATION IN MAINTAINING DRIVING SPEED. THE CAR WILL THEN SHOW A WARNING TO SERVICE THE STABILITRACK SYSTEM. WHEN THIS OCCURS BRAKES FEEL LIKE THERE IS SOMETHING LOOSE TH...

Jul 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46 mi

THERE IS A CLUNKING OF THE DRIVERSIDE FRONT BRAKES FOLLOWED WITH A SCRAPING SOUND IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ACCOMPANIED WITH A HESITATION IN MAINTAINING DRIVING SPEED. THE CAR WILL THEN SHOW A WARNING TO SERVICE THE STABILITRACK SYSTEM. WHEN THIS OCCURS BRAKES FEEL LIKE THERE IS SOMETHING LOOSE TH...

Sep 26, 2007 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT REALIZED THAT THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IF A CRASH OCCURRED, BATTERY FUMES AND ACIDS COULD BE RELEASED INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTUR...

Sep 26, 2007 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUICK LUCERNE. AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT REALIZED THAT THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IF A CRASH OCCURRED, BATTERY FUMES AND ACIDS COULD BE RELEASED INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTUR...