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2017 Buick LaCrosse problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2017 Buick LaCrosse is among the quieter years of the LaCrosse on NHTSA's books: 42 complaints (79% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 12 reports (29% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

42

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other LaCrosse years?

LaCrosse NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted414 complaints2005: 414 complaints2006: 383 complaints2007: 326 complaints2008: 343 complaints2009: 146 complaints2010: 278 complaints2011: 243 complaints2012: 301 complaints2013: 198 complaints2014: 89 complaints2015: 54 complaints2016: 60 complaints2017: 42 complaints2018: 19 complaints2019: 8 complaints
LaCrosse NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Buick LaCrosse problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1229%
Transmission819%
Engine512%
Suspension410%
Speed Control37%
Airbags25%
Steering12%
Body & Structure12%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Brakes12%
Fuel System12%
Other12%
Seat Belts12%
Seats12%

Does the 2017 Buick LaCrosse have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V267000SuspensionApril 21, 2017 · 11,246 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.

Consequence

If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.

17V116000SteeringFebruary 23, 2017 · 2,085 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.

Consequence

A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“AT A FULL STOP, THE ENGINE AUTO STOP SHUTS THE ENTIRE VEHICLE DOWN. VEHICLE MUST BE RE-STARTED AND ALL FEATURES LIKE RADIO, CLOCK ETC. RETURN TO THE FACTORY SETTINGS AS IF THE BATTERY HAD BEEN DISCONNECTED. ONCE THIS HAPPENS, I'VE NOTICE THE ENGINE AUTO STOP DOES NOT WORK FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 27, 2019

“LOUD CLUNK NOISE DURING ANY GEAR CHANGE. CAR DOES NOT HAVE TO BE MOVING. I EXPERIMENTED THIS PROBLEM WHILE SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE, DRIVE TO REVERSE, REVERSE TO PARK. THIS PROBLEM ALSO EXISTS SHIFTING UP AND DOWN GEARS. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO GET SERVICED. THEY FLUSHED THE TRANSMISSION,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 1, 2019

“The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power on several occasions. The vehicle restarted after a while. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with a faulty power inverter…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 1, 2022

“This vehicle has major suspension issues containing the complete strut assembly, lower control arms, and strut yokes/forks, which can not be replaced due to the discontinuance of the vehicle and parts itself. Because of this the car cannot receive an alignment which cause the tires to be eaten up…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · April 28, 2024

“Vehicle loses power every gmc vehicle I have owned (3) seen to have this issue throttle pedal position sensor while driving on the interstate vehicle speed drops to reduce engine power which is very scary and dangerous ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · February 8, 2024

2017 Buick LaCrosse — common questions

Is the 2017 Buick LaCrosse reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 42 NHTSA complaints, below the typical LaCrosse year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2017 LaCrosse problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (12 complaints), transmission (8 complaints), engine (5 complaints).

Does the 2017 Buick LaCrosse have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 Buick LaCrosse. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Buick LaCrosse years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the LaCrosse years to avoid are 2005, 2006, 2008, 2007, 2012. The cleanest record among LaCrosse years belongs to 2019.

How safe is the 2017 Buick LaCrosse?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Buick LaCrosse earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.