2003 Buick Lesabre airbags problems

21 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 73,490. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 21
of this car's complaints: 13%
typical mileage: 73,490
crashes: 3
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Frontal
3
Frontal: sensor/control module
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Buick Lesabre airbags problems in other years

Related recalls

Air bags: frontalReported August 9, 2002 · 133,221 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain passenger, mini vans, and sport utility vehicles have an air bag inflator on the driver's side that could fracture at a weld during a deployment.
Risk: Pieces of the inflator could strike and injure vehicle occupants and the air bag cushion would not inflate fully, reducing the capability of the bag to protect the driver.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace, if necessary, the air bag module assembly on the driver's side. Owner notification began august 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1‑800‑521‑7300, cadillac at 1‑800‑458‑8006, chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537, or pontiac at 1‑800‑762‑2737.

Recall number 02V222000 · Recall details

What 2003 Buick Lesabre owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 21, 2019 · Airbags · 160,000 miles · MO

The airbag light stays on and the dash is separating from the firewall of the motor. There is a gap between the windshield and the dash

Filed Jun 24, 2015 · Airbags · 200,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick lesabre. While operating the vehicle, the air bag sensor light illuminated indicating that the air system was faulty. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Jan 30, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 102,225 miles · FL

We bought the car december 29,2015, the car had 102,0215, and drove it to the doctor on our way back, the would make a "clunking" sound from trans-axles, and we notice that the dash board came up and it has hardware screws across the dash as if to hold it down.

Filed Oct 22, 2014 · Airbags · DC

Recall

Filed Sep 12, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 88,000 miles · CA

2003 buick le sabre. Dashboard is pulling away from the firewall. Electronic parts are exposed. As a result, airbag and other safety sensors and wiring is exposed. There have been reports of airbag deployment. The dash is pulling away toward the passenger side where the airbag is housed. There are many reports of issues on the internet. The dash has pulled away over 2" in the center. It is distracting while driving and if the air bag deploys, it will create an accident. At this point, I would be happy with a fix, it does not have to be a replacement.

Filed Jul 26, 2014 · Airbags · 181,219 miles · CO

Entered vehicle and noticed dashboard buckling on drivers side and passenger side. Afraid to start vehicle because the passenger air bag may deploy.

Filed Jun 23, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 115,000 miles · FL

My front dashboard has been gradually coming unattached near the windshield. It has gotten so bad that it is hindering my view of the road. It is also a problem for the airbag system.. This is truly a safety hazard and I cannot believe buick has refused to acknowledge this defect which is affecting so many of their customers. I own two buick lesabres and it happened to both of them.

Filed Jun 23, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 89,000 miles · FL

Dashboard has warped and separated from under the windshield. According to experienced auto mechanics, deployment of the air bag system will most likely be compromised. It also affects visibility for the driver. This is a serious safety issue affecting hundreds, if not thousands of these buicks! When are you going to do something about this? Check this website and you'll see how prolific a problem this is! Http://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-c5295_ds45613 not to mention the money lost because of the inability to sell these cars. 2000-2005 buick owners are in danger. And you've done nothing about it! Do your job!

Filed Jun 9, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 43,000 miles · AZ

At a little over 40,000 miles, I notice a hump in the dash cover in front of the steering wheel. The separation and lifting has now stretched to near center dash. If it continues, I'm afraid it may possibly effect air bag operation or passenger safety.

Filed Mar 17, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 10,000 miles · SC

Dash panel is separating from frame , started in front of driver & progressing towards passenger side where air bag is located which is a possible safety problem ,not to mention resale or trade in.

Questions about the 2003 Buick Lesabre airbags

Does the 2003 Buick Lesabre have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the airbags of the 2003 Buick Lesabre, 13% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2003 Buick Lesabre airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 73,490 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Buick Lesabre airbags?

Yes, 1 recall: 02V222000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Buick Lesabre have bad airbags?

The Buick Lesabre model years with the most airbags complaints are 1995 (44 complaints), 2002 (37 complaints) and 1997 (33 complaints).