2001 Buick Lesabre brakes problems

Filed Aug 15, 2008 · Brakes, Visibility · 42,000 miles · ME

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 buick lesabre. On four separate occasions, the window fell down into the door. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and it was discovered that the window regulator failed. The windows have been replaced three separate times and now the fourth will have to be replaced. The current mileage was 108,000 and failure mileage was 42,000.update 09/10/08 *cw the ABS module failed. Updated 09/19/08.

Filed Sep 8, 2004 · Brakes · 64,000 miles · NJ

The rear brakes malfunctioned, which resulted in extended stopping distance . *ak

Filed Aug 7, 2004 · Brakes · 28,500 miles · MN

Rotors were badly rusted before car had 30000 miles on it causing poor braking and extreme vibration of car while driving. Needed to replace all rotors and brakes at 30000 mile check up. Learned that gm has had a problem with rusty rotors due to elimination of chromium in the iron alloys during manufacturing of rotors. Very costly 30000 mile check up and gm and dealer refuses to accept responsibility for problem rather they say its "environmental". Did not have accident but did have problem braking a high speeds. Since this is original equipment I feel gm should take responsibility for defective substandard equipment.

Filed Jul 17, 2004 · Brakes · 21,000 miles · WI

Front inner barake pads friction material came loose from backing plate, impeding brake operation.

Filed Mar 22, 2004 · Brakes · 8,900 miles · PA

Consumer complained about an ABS brake problem. When applying the brakes consumer felt pulsation in the front of the vehicle. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, who stated that rear brakes were affected.

Filed Jan 14, 2004 · Brakes · NY

When the parking brake is pressed down it pops back up.

Filed Oct 3, 2003 · Brakes, Steering · WA

The consumer reported multiple complaints with the vehicle. 1)the tie rod on the right side shimmied when vehicle was driven at a speed of 60 MPH or more. 2. Wheel bearings were making a humming sound when driven at 30 MPH. 3. There was a clicking sound in the brakes when braking at any given speed. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jul 31, 2003 · Brakes · PA

Consumer states that brake rotors are wearing. When applying the brakes, the vehicle will have a heavy vibration and extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.

Filed Jun 16, 2003 · Brakes · DC

Brake rotors are wearing out and when applied vehicle will have a heavy vibration and extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.

Filed Apr 18, 2003 · Acceleration, Airbags · 22,069 miles · IA

Buick lost the bbb decision and did not perform within the 40 days allotted to replace the car. The car has multiple safety defects (air bag, transmission, braking) that the bbb said could cause serious bodily injury or death. They want to buy back the car and inspect it so it can be resold.