Buick Lacrosse steering noise problems

Filed Jan 22, 2020 · Steering · 50,000 miles · MO

Pop and crackling on steering wheel noise while turning corners while driving

Filed Apr 13, 2016 · Airbags, Steering · 80,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 buick lacrosse. While driving at any speed. The air bag light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. In addition, while driving at any speed and making a right or left turn, the steering wheel made a loud knocking noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the power steering pump had a leak and was replaced. The failure recurred. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09e005000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 06/14/16*lj

Filed Nov 6, 2015 · Steering · 50,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lacrosse. While backing out of the driveway and turning the steering wheel, there was an abnormal noise that came from the steering column without warning. The failure recurred on several occasions while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the knuckle at the bottom of the steering column was not equipped with a grease fitting and was the cause of the abnormal noise. The entire steering column would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed Jan 14, 2015 · Electrical, Steering · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that the power control function for the doors failed to work. The contact was not able to unlock the doors from the inside or the outside of the vehicle. The failure was progressing to the point that all four doors failed to open and the key fob was malfunctioning. In addition, the driver's side seat was not able to adjust and the steering wheel was making a loud clicking noise. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was not notified but was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting) and the dealer stated that the part needed was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was not available.

Filed Aug 27, 2014 · Steering · 64,000 miles · AK

Pulled into parking lot and lost power steering. Lots of clunking and grinding just prior. Mechanic says power steering hoses, rack and pinion and tie rods. Yet another problem with this vehicle. Gm was aware enough of the problem that they put a supervisor on the line but said that it is out of warranty now, so it's not their problem. Going to try to work with local guys to get out of it. Not sinking another penny into this car. If this had happened on the highway, I'd be dead.

Filed Aug 16, 2013 · Steering · 9,700 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 buick lacrosse. The contact stated that when making a sharp turn in either direction, the steering wheel would exhibit a loud knock without warning. The contact mentioned that it was a safety concern of his that the steering wheel would detach as a result. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was advised that there was no failure. The technician stated that the vehicle was performing as it was designed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 9,700. Updated 10/17/13

Filed Jun 15, 2013 · Body, Lights · 82,000 miles · FL

While driving on the highway in the rain, my headlights went out. I was terrified. Turning the switch on and off would not fix the problem. I took the car to the dealership. They said they could not duplicate the problem and would not fix it. I had taken the car to the dealership shortly after purchase in 2009 and had complained of leaking seal on the top edge of the driver's side door in the rain. Water would drip all over my left arm, shoulder and arm rest. They said they could not duplicate the problem and would not fix it. Now the headlights will refuse to work on an intermittent basis. The dealership will not fix it. The dash reads headlights suggested but they will not come on. I can use the dimmer on the steering column and the bright lights will work, but driving with bright lights into oncoming traffic is dangerous. I need to have a dealer fix this problem. I took the car through a car wash for the first time the other day and the lights have been acting up again. Please have someone contact me and authorize repairs at the dealership. I am afraid to drive even a short distance at night not knowing when my headlights will suddenly go out again. It has happened several times now. It really scares me and concerns me that a dealership would not repair the problem. *tr updated 09/10/13*lj the consumer also stated there was a noise coming from the steering, a squeaking noise coming from the dash area, and water would drip through the top door, every time it rained. Also, there was a vibration issue, so the dealer replaced the tires, but it didn't resolve the issue.

Filed Apr 8, 2011 · Steering · 38,603 miles · MA

The power steering is making a whining noise. This is a fairly new car and it's not normal to hear this all the time. Brought it to a dealership who couldn't find anything wrong other than the sound. It is obviously going but isn't at that point yet, problem being my warranty will expire by the time it does.

Filed Dec 28, 2010 · Steering · 35,500 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick lacrosse. The contact was driving approximately 15 MPH when the steering wheel exhibited an unusual clicking noise. In addition, when applying the brakes there was a slight jerk felt in the steering wheel and brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that he was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to a different dealer for a second opinion where the technician stated that the steering column would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 35,500.

Filed Aug 22, 2010 · Steering · 34,020 miles · MI

I have a noisy steering column, took it to the dealer this is what I was told: lube lower steering shaft rubber seal, slight improvement. Will have to disassemble steering column to eliminate all noises." there was no improvement and the noise seems to be getting worse. Of course that dealer is out of business due to gm elimination of dealerships. Not sure what my next recourse should be, I just hope it is safe to drive. Have about 40,000 miles on a 2005 buick lacrosse cxs.