Safety recall was never done passenger presence module has a code
2010 Buick Lacrosse airbags problems
16 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 50,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Sensor: occupant classification: front passenger1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Buick Lacrosse airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Buick Lacrosse airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2010 Buick Lacrosse owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the passenger occupant sensor would fail to operate with an occupant in the seat. The contact also stated that the service air bag warning message would intermittently illuminate on the instrument panel while driving at various speeds, with a passenger seated in the seat. The dealer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that the service air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the driver's side air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,986.
Everything I turn the car on; its saying "AC turned off due to high engine temperature and my car isn't running hot and my AC semi working. Electrical systems isn't working properly because I can't turn my radio or AC on
Air bag is on says it needs checked and also some electrical problem with the transmission that is causing the car to jerk while accelerating
Takata recall? : the front passenger airbag on our 2010 buick lacrosse exploded about 9pm on saturday july 20th, 2019. The car was un-started (not running) and unoccupied at the time. The passenger side airbagexploded when I opened the driver side car door. This car was sitting in the driveway all weekend. During this weekend, we were experiencing a heat wave with extreme high temperature and humidity. Location: [xxx]. On monday july 22nd, 2019, I drove the car to joyce buick (avon, ohio). The service manager told me that the dealership would contact a gm investigator and kept the car at the dealership, where is stays to this date. General motors product assistance claims (pac) has contacted me and has started the process of investigate this claim. Pac contact 866‑446‑6963, extension #[xxx]. They have assigned a case number: [xxx]. Buick lacrosse 2010 VIN: [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Takata recall: the front passenger airbag on our 2010 buick lacrosse exploded about 9pm on saturday july 20th, 2019. The car was un-started (not running) and unoccupied at the time. The airbag exploded when I opened the driver's car door. This car was sitting in the driveway all weekend. During this weekend, we were experiencing a heat wave with extreme high temperature and humidity. Location: 37870 century lane, avon, oh 44011. On monday july 22nd, 2019, I drove the car to joyce buick (avon, ohio). The service manager told me that the dealership would contact a gm investigator and kept the car at the dealership, where is stays to this date. General motors product assistance claims (pac) has contacted me and has started the process of investigate this claim. Pac contact 866‑446‑6963, extension #5921578. They have assigned a case number: [xxx]. Buick lacrosse 2010 VIN: 1g4gd5eg6af[xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that the air bag module was fractured and the air bag indicator did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to jim ellis automotive group (5862 peachtree blvd, atlanta, georgia 30341, 770‑234‑8155), but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed, but the dealer stated that air bags would be replaced this week. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 78,000.
Air bags went off when I was stoped at a red light.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 buick lacrosse. While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost all steering ability. As a result, the vehicle spun out of control and crashed into a median. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact was injured and required medical attention. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was made aware of the crash. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 73,000.
Questions about the 2010 Buick Lacrosse airbags
Does the 2010 Buick Lacrosse have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the airbags of the 2010 Buick Lacrosse, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2010 Buick Lacrosse airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Buick Lacrosse airbags?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Buick Lacrosse have bad airbags?
The Buick Lacrosse model years with the most airbags complaints are 2008 (77 complaints), 2006 (38 complaints) and 2005 (34 complaints).
Other 2010 Buick Lacrosse problems
Engine 51Electrical 46Driver assistance 24Acceleration 17Steering 17Transmission 17Brakes 16Suspension 14Visibility 12Body 9Lights 8Fuel system 7Wheels 4Seats 3Seat belts 2Tires 1
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