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2005 Buick Lacrosse brakes problems

34 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 28,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
34
of this car's complaints
11%
typical mileage
28,000
crashes
2
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
    7
  • Pedals and linkages
    6
  • Foundation components: disc: rotor
    3
  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light
    2
  • Foundation components: disc: pads
    1
  • Antilock: control unit/module
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Buick Lacrosse brakes problems in other years

2005201020152018

Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Buick Lacrosse brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Grinding brakes 9ABS 5

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported April 20, 2005 · 61,594 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the clip that secures the brake pushrod to the brake pedal arm pin could have been bent when it was installed. A bent clip may come off, allowing the brake booster pushrod to separate from the brake pedal.
Risk
Pushing on the pedal will not apply the brakes and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new brake pedal push rod bushing and retaining clip and, if the clip was missing, a new brake pedal arm assembly free of charge. The recall began on april 26, 2005. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080.

Recall number 05V156000 · Recall details

What 2005 Buick Lacrosse owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 28, 2018 · Acceleration, Airbags · NC

I don't know what those are

Filed Sep 11, 2017 · Brakes · 30 miles · NJ

The anti brake locking system is becoming active when driving with unbearable squeaking had brakes and rotors looked at and they are good

Filed Mar 2, 2016 · Brakes · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lacrosse. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v291000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tools confirms parts not available.

Filed Oct 14, 2015 · Airbags, Brakes · OH · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2005 buick lacrosse. While making a left turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle lost power and the brakes failed. The contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. No injuries were sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to the contact's residence. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Jul 29, 2015 · Airbags, Brakes · 96,870 miles · FL

My vehicle started flashing, chiming, giving service ABS, service tc, service brakes messages, air bag indicator lit up,and turn signals started having longer and longer pauses between clicks at random times during a two week period. I took the vehicle for a computer diagnostic. I was notified everything indicated the instrument panel is the problem: the computer is not connecting to the various parts of the vehicle.

Filed May 14, 2015 · Airbags, Brakes · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2005 buick lacrosse. On august 24, 2014, while driving approximately 65 MPH, the power steering and brakes failed. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a concrete divider. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered back, knee, and neck pain that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a wreckage yard by a private tow company. The contact received a recall notification after the crash occurred for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jan 20, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 26,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lacrosse. While making a right turn at low speeds, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the front of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the steering wheel seized and the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.

Filed Dec 3, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lacrosse. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the headlights went out, when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Updated 1/7/15

Filed Nov 18, 2014 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lacrosse. While driving approximately 45 MPH and engaging the brakes, the vehicle pulled to the right and hesitated to stop. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Oct 30, 2014 · Brakes · 130,000 miles · NJ

The ABS activates early when trying to stop at low speeds, there was a significant loss of breaking force when coming to a stop at low speeds. Abs and traction control light comes on intermittently. Problem was corrected after corroded wheel speed sensor was replaced.

Questions about the 2005 Buick Lacrosse brakes

Does the 2005 Buick Lacrosse have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the brakes of the 2005 Buick Lacrosse, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2005 Buick Lacrosse brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 28,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Buick Lacrosse brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 05V156000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Buick Lacrosse have bad brakes?

The Buick Lacrosse model years with the most brakes complaints are 2005 (34 complaints), 2011 (18 complaints) and 2010 (16 complaints).

Other 2005 Buick Lacrosse problems

Lights 86Electrical 80Steering 51Airbags 34Transmission 19Engine 17Body 16Suspension 13Acceleration 11Visibility 9Fuel system 7Locks 6Seats 4Tires 4Driver assistance 3Wheels 2Seat belts 1

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