2001 Buick Lesabre: engine stalls while driving

Filed Oct 22, 2021 · Engine · 191,900 miles · NY · fire

The contact owned a 2001 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled upon the depression of the accelerator without warning. The contact stated that a black smoke began to emit from the engine as he was able to pull into an independent mechanic shop. The contact immediately exited the vehicle as flames began to emit from the vehicle's engine. Employees from the independent mechanic attempted to assist with the fire as the fire department was called to the scene. Police and fire arrived at the scene as the fire department was able to extinguish the fire. A police report was filed and the contact was given a police report number(#C221CR384628). No injuries were reported and no medical assistance was needed. The vehicle remained in the possession of the independent mechanic where it was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was eventually towed to an independent junk yard and destroyed. The dealer nor the manufacturer have yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 191,900.

Filed Jun 21, 2015 · Electrical · 100,000 miles · CA

Several times beginning in approximately march 2015, my car began to stall while at signal. One time the car quit while driving. The ignition does not work properly, sometimes it will turn the car over to start, other times it will not. I did not know about the recall. I purchased my buick at a lien sale. I am worried the car may have the problem indicated in the recall. I had two mechanics check the battery (replaced) alternator (tested good) and they checked fuel injection and air intake. The problem continues to happen. I would sincerely appreciate it if a general motors dealer could please check my car.

Filed Jul 16, 2014 · Engine · 109,243 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 buick lesabre. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. However, the contact was unaware of the parts needed to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 109,243. Updated 10/8/14*cn updated 05/18/2015

Filed Jul 15, 2014 · Engine · 140,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 buick lesabre. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart after numerous attempts. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Mar 23, 2007 · Acceleration, Steering · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 buick lesabre. The contact stated that while driving at any speed, the vehicle's acceleration decreased. The vehicle was able to regain normal acceleration several moments after the accelerator pedal had been depressed. The vehicle stalled and backfired while in motion. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the power steering had been replaced.

Filed Feb 16, 2007 · Engine · 90,000 miles · KY

Tl* - the contact owns a 2001 buick la sabre. The contact stated that there was a safety recall 03034 on an engine coolant leak on the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to leachman buick in bowling green the fist week of february 2007 for safety repair, and was told that the status for the safety repair was closed. The contact stated that he had the original recall information. The vehicle is running sometimes and stalls occasionally. The current and failure mileage were both 90000 miles.*ak updated 03/19/07.

Filed Apr 7, 2006 · Electrical · 9,000 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled while idling and eventually failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer five or six times because it would not start. Once a year, for the last three years, the battery and alternator were replaced. Currently, the vehicle will not start and the dealership determined the battery and alternator need to be replaced again.

Filed Dec 19, 2005 · Engine · 10,336 miles · PA

Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled and lost power. There were no warning signs prior to the failure. The dealer replaced the engine fuel pressure regulator. Repairs were made at the contact's expense. The manufacturer has been contacted.*ak updated 01/11/06.

Filed Aug 18, 2004 · Engine · FL

Vehicle stalled intermittently while driving. Vehicle was towed to an independent shop, and mechanic indicated determined that intake manifold was cracked and caused coolant to leaksinside the engine.

Filed Jul 7, 2004 · Transmission · CA

When driving at an undetermined speed vehicle stalled. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that transmission failed.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Engine · 61,000 miles · NJ

While driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the highway. A few days later the same exact thing occurred. Each time, after a few minutes, the vehicle could be restarted. Dealer examined the vehicle and was unable to find the cause of the problem. *ak the dealer replaced the crankshaft sensor and ignition wires

Filed Jul 6, 2003 · Electrical · 12,145 miles · NJ

Volt light came on while driving. Also, "check charge system" notice was displayed. Car began to stall. Just made it to nearest gm (chevy) dealer barlow chevrolet inc rt 130 & fairview st,delran, nj 08075. Had to wait 3 hours while new alternator/generator was located and installed.