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2009 Buick Lacrosse lights problems

47 complaints (44% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,000.

owner complaints
47
of this car's complaints
44%
typical mileage
55,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Headlights
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Buick Lacrosse lights problems in other years

200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016

Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Buick Lacrosse lights

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

Headlights 40

Related recalls

Exterior lighting: headlightsReported August 14, 2015 · 429,170 vehicles affected
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

What 2009 Buick Lacrosse owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 2, 2023 · Lights · CO

My headlamps have been going out sporadically and until recently I was able to

Filed Jul 28, 2016 · Lights · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting); 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 repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 09/28/16*lj updated 03/14/17

Filed Jun 30, 2016 · Lights · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v519000 (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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 08/16/16*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired. Updated 08/17/16.

Filed May 5, 2016 · Lights · 52,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. While driving various speeds, the headlights failed intermittently. 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 not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.

Filed Apr 19, 2016 · Lights · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting). After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be given. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Mar 3, 2016 · Lights · 76,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. While driving 35 MPH, the automatic light setting fails to work in the dark. The dealer diagnosed that the passenger side headlight assembly had to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (visibility, electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to do the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,000.

Filed Feb 18, 2016 · Lights · 60,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the low beam head lights became inoperable without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, the technician informed the contact that the part to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v519000 (exterior lighting). 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 60,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Updated 04/22/16*lj updated 12/14/2017

Filed Feb 16, 2016 · Lights · 104,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. While driving at night, the headlights failed. In order to continue driving, the contact had to use the high beam lights to drive home. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the relay switch was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting) and stated that 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 failure. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000. Vin tools confirms parts not available.

Filed Jan 6, 2016 · Electrical, Lights · FL

Gm recall # n140291 was issued 11/25/2014. As of 1/6/2016 a remedy is not yet available per the gm web site. Really? When is the federal safety agency going to start prompting some action from gm?

Filed Nov 16, 2015 · Lights · 110,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the low beam headlights were activated but failed to illuminate. The failure recurred on a separate occasion. In addition, the daylight running lights failed to operate. The contact received notification of 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 approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Questions about the 2009 Buick Lacrosse lights

Does the 2009 Buick Lacrosse have lights problems?

Owners have filed 47 complaints about the lights of the 2009 Buick Lacrosse, 44% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2009 Buick Lacrosse lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2009 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 2009 Buick Lacrosse problems

Electrical 31Airbags 27Acceleration 9Engine 6Fuel system 5Brakes 4Driver assistance 4Seats 3Transmission 3Body 2Locks 1Steering 1Visibility 1

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