Tl* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle 5 -10 minutes later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was malfunctioning. The fuel pump was replaced. After the fuel pump replacement, a strong fuel odor was detected in the vehicle while driving or parked. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel ring was causing the fuel odor. The ring was replaced, but the issue persisted. The contact took the vehicle back to the independent mechanic who stated that the fuel tank and fuel neck were the possible cause of the continuing fuel odor, and both parts needed replacement. The contact had the fuel tank and fuel neck replaced, but the fuel odor continued. The manufacturer and the local buick dealer were not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
1999 Buick Lesabre fuel system problems
28 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 76,664. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical mileage
- 76,664
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Delivery8
- Fuel injection system4
- Carburetor system4
- Storage: tank assembly: pressure relief devices2
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Buick Lesabre fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Buick Lesabre fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (l36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. A leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. If the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can cause a backfire.
- Risk
- The backfire can rupture the intake manifold. The rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. The recall will be conducted in phased mailings. Phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 04V090000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Engine compartment fires
Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm?s actions in 03v‑473 and 04v‑090 recalling approximately 529,000 my 1998-99 c- and h-body vehicles equipped with defective fuel pressure regulators.these vehicles were equipped with plastic intake manifolds that are unable to contain pressures that occur in some backfire events and defective fuel pressure regulators with leaking diaphragms that can provide a source of fuel to produce a combustible air-fuel mixture in the manifold.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by odi that no safety defect exists in the vehicles that are not included in gm?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the incidence of manifold ruptures and related fires in other my 1995-2002 gm passenger cars equipped with the subject intake manifold.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
EA02030
What 1999 Buick Lesabre owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle was brought in for a full fuel line replacement. Technician reported that the body and sub-frame are corroded to the extent that the vehicle should not be driven on the road.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. After the repair, the failure persisted and a strong fuel odor was present. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact noticed a fuel odor and observed fuel leakage. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.
The car would occasionally smell like gas during acceleration. It also skipped frequently when going up hill. I was driving down the street when the car stalled. I pulled to the side of the road and the engine compartment erupted in flames. The car was a total loss. It was only after the fire that we discovered that there was a fuel system recall in sept. 2004. I bought the car from a gm dealer in oct. 2004 and never received a recall notice nor was I made aware that there was such a problem with this model.
Dt: contact stated from a dead stop and turning left the vehicle did not get enough fuel to make a hard left turn. It just barely moved along, could not get it to accelerate. This happened intermittently close to a year. The dealer stated there were no recalls. The dealer told contact if it happened again to bring vehicle in ,and they might be able to duplicate the problem.
A very bad gasoline odor was noticed when starting and stopping the car. The shop discovered two (2) leaks in the gas line. The meter, pump and lines had to be replaced. I don't know if the shop still has the parts and I certainly did not want them.
Today, 6/6/05, I received a notice of recall that was initiated in early 04. This is really absurd on the dealers part. I purchased this from the dealer via lease and still own the vehicle.
Consumer's vehicle was towed to a dealer for a new starter assembly. While the mechanic was inspecting the vehicle the intake manifold exploded. The mechanic sustained minor injuries and was transported to a hospital. The cause has not been determined at this time. *ak when the new started was being tested the manifold blew up. *jb
Complaint sent via e-mail. "I took my car to the local buick dealer to have the recall work done . My car ran perfect before they did the recall work and after the recall work was done my car skipped and jumped between 32 MPH and 38 MPH. I took my car back and they kept it until oct,. 11. When I picked the car up I had to pay $282.00 to get my car back. I had to pay the $282.00 for the mistakes the dealer made during the recall work. General motors has been no help. I would appreciate any help you could give me." fuel pressure regulator recall 04v090000.
Questions about the 1999 Buick Lesabre fuel system
Does the 1999 Buick Lesabre have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints about the fuel system of the 1999 Buick Lesabre, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1999 Buick Lesabre fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 76,664 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Buick Lesabre fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V090000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Buick Lesabre have the most fuel system problems?
The Buick Lesabre model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1998 (76 complaints), 2000 (60 complaints) and 1997 (40 complaints).
Other 1999 Buick Lesabre problems
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