The contact owns a 2007 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor coming from the vents and the headlights were inoperative. The contact stated that there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered that the fuse box was on fire and had melted. The contact used a headwrap to extinguish the fire. No warning lights were illuminated. A fire department report was not filed. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V519000 (Exterior Lighting). The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuse box, module, and the circuit board needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the electrical failure had melted and damaged the fuse box and the circuit board. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 331,000.
2007 Buick Lacrosse lights problems
125 complaints (50% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 79,856. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 125
- of this car's complaints
- 50%
- typical mileage
- 79,856
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Headlights7
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Buick Lacrosse lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Buick Lacrosse lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
- Risk
- Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1‑800‑762‑2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
Recall number 15V519000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Loss of Headlights
The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentatively concluded that the actions taken by GM mitigate any unreasonable risk to safety posed by HDM failure in the subject vehicles.Accordingly, the investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.The ODI reports cited above are available for review online at under the identification numbers in the attached document.
RQ17002
What 2007 Buick Lacrosse owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Low beam headlights randomly turn off while driving at night and day. Causing not to be able to see the roadway at all. Very dangerous!!! They give no warning at all. Only the low beams do this. Bright lights are not affected. There was a recall for this issue but they said my car was not affected. But it is 100% affected by this recall. Ot seems like the Headlamp driver module is overheating. It gets extremely hot. This issue almost caused a very serious accident .
2007 buick lacrosse. Consumer seeks reimbursement for headlamp driver module recall notice repairs. *smd the consumer was advised the parts were not available. The consumer had the vehicle repaired for a third time and since has not had a failure. Updated 10/10/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick lacrosse. The contact received a notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting); however, the parts for the recall repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2007 buick lacrosse. Consumer writes in regards to replacement parts not available to repair headlamp driver module recall notice. *smd.....updated 06/23/16 * bf....updated 08/29/16 *bf the consumer has since traded the vehicle. Updated 08/31/16.*jb
2007 buick lacrosse. Consumer requests reimbursement for recall notice 15v519000. *smd the consumer stated the headlights unexpectedly stopped working. After the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, a few days later, a recall letter regarding the headlights arrived in the mail.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick lacrosse. After the vehicle was shut off, the headlights remained illuminated for over an hour without warning. The contact noticed a burning odor emitting from the vehicle and discovered that the head lamp driver module, located in the fuse box, was melted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician stated that the head lamp module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,022. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Updated 06/14/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick lacrosse. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v519000 (exterior lighting). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that there was a failure that progressed in which the low beam head lamps randomly shorted. The contact had to apply the high beams each time the failure happened. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting) and the dealer was unable to provide a permanent remedy for the condition for over a year. The dealer stated a year ago that they provided a temporary solution. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Updated 05/26/16*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick lacrosse. While driving approximately 55 MPH at night, the low beam headlights failed to illuminate without warning. The high beam headlights were activated. The failure recurred intermittently. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v519000 (exterior lighting); however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Questions about the 2007 Buick Lacrosse lights
Does the 2007 Buick Lacrosse have lights problems?
Owners have filed 125 complaints about the lights of the 2007 Buick Lacrosse, 50% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2007 Buick Lacrosse lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 79,856 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Buick Lacrosse lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 15V519000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Buick Lacrosse have the most lights problems?
The Buick Lacrosse model years with the most lights complaints are 2006 (156 complaints), 2007 (125 complaints) and 2005 (86 complaints).
Other 2007 Buick Lacrosse problems
Electrical 75Steering 22Airbags 18Engine 16Transmission 10Brakes 8Visibility 8Suspension 7Body 6Tires 6Wheels 4Fuel system 3Locks 2Seat belts 2Seats 2Acceleration 1Driver assistance 1
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