2010 Buick Lacrosse: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2010 Buick Lacrosse? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 188 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2010 Buick Lacrosse Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2010 Buick Lacrosse trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2010 Buick Lacrosse Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated11.8% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
11.8% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2010 Buick Lacrosse has 188 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Buick
- Model
- Lacrosse
- Model year
- 2010
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 188
- Crash-related complaints
- 6
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 27
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2010 Buick Lacrosse Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Electronic Stability Control (Esc). Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2010 Buick Lacrosse?
The 2010 Buick Lacrosse shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2010 Buick Lacrosse
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the engine for known issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Check the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components, especially engine and electrical.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the engine for known issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Check the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components, especially engine and electrical.
- Have a mechanic inspect the electronic stability control system and transmission before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2010 Buick Lacrosse, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse are concentrated in engine and electrical systems, with a notable number of reports related to electronic stability control and unintended acceleration. Crash-related complaints are relatively few, but the overall confidence in the data is low due to the single model year analyzed.
- Engine Problems account for the highest number of complaints among the listed components.
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported issue, with 46 complaints.
- Unintended Acceleration and Transmission/Drivetrain each have 17 complaints, tied for fourth most common.
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
All 2010 Buick Lacrosse Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Buick Lacrosse. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 51 | 1 | 6 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 46 | 1 | 6 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 23 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 16 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 16 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 13 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Buick Lacrosse. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I purchased a vehicle August 2, 2024 from Kingdom auto sales. The car was inspected July 2024 in which it passed shortly after the car wouldn’t go over 40 mph. It would say it’s an over speed. The car runs hot and the parking assist light won’t go off May 25, 2025 I was driving o…
The transmission (randomly) fails to upshift. 1st to 2nd gear. Cold or hot. Start or in morion. Transmission was last serviced at 120,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2010 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH with the A/C activated, there was a loud shattering sound coming from the roof of the vehicle. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and inspected, and the contact beca…
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00F000 (SUSPENSION). The man…
THE SAID VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED AT LOGANVILLE AUTO CENTER. WHEN I WENT TO PICK IT UP ON FEBRUARY 9, 2024, THE MECHANIC CAME OUT AND SHOWED ME THAT TWO OF THE TUBES WERE LEAKING AND THIS WOULD BECOME A SERIOUS PROBLEM. HE GAVE A RECALL SHEET ISSUED ON DECEMBER 13, 2023 THAT TH…
The car continues to have serious engine issues. I keep getting a service Stability track and Engine Power Reduced warning. It has happened to me on the expressway and the car will not accelerate past 20 miles per hour. I had the car repaired on October of last year (3 months ago…
I have known issues w/my 2010 Buick lacrosse CXL ABS light on
I get Reduced Engine Power and Service Stabilitrak messages. Engine Code P2138 is prevalent. The car will not accelerate, nor maintain highway speeds, forcing the driver to pull off the road and shut off the car. The warning message returns under normal driving conditions. This c…
Safety recall was never done passenger presence module has a code
Electronic Stability Control Systems (ESC) activates a couple times a week every other month for several years. Multiple Warning lights flash, needles on two dials rotate erratically resulting in sudden changes in vehicle handling and deceleration, and on wet roads which cause m…
antilock brake system-the round magnetic sensor that is attached to the wheel bearing hub-had both back ones have parts of the magnet ring break off and one front one completely fall off. this causes loss of antilock brake system. this happened within the last two years.
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available. The contact stated that…
The contact owns a 2010 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The …
The contact owns a 2010 Buick LaCrosse. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact s…
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the passenger occupant sensor would fail to operate with an occupant in the seat. The contact also stated that the service air bag warning message would intermittently illuminate on the instrument panel while driving…
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact …
While driving on highway the engine stopped suddenly and steering wheel was locked. The car had to be towed to repair shop.
I was driving on the 99 freeway when my car turned completely off! I could have been killed!!!!! The check engine light came on and service stabilitrak was on the screen. Then it would not start. There was no warning at all. I got it fixed (so I thought by one mechanic) and i…
While driving, the engine shuts down and restarts. At the same time, all four door locks unlock and lock. In most cases, the issue happens once and does not reappear for that trip. The worst can have it do this at least three times. Once, I did notice an alert message appears…
The contact owns a 2010 Buick LaCrosse. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Buick Lacrosse.
2010 Buick Lacrosse Recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 Buick Lacrosse. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2010 Buick Lacrosse Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2010 Buick Lacrosse reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 188 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2010 Buick Lacrosse shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Buick Lacrosse?▾
#1: Engine Problems (51 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (46 complaints). #3: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (23 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Buick Lacrosse?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2010 Buick Lacrosse?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2010 Buick Lacrosse, NHTSA complaints include 6 crash-related reports and 9 fire reports out of 188 total complaints. 8 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2010 Buick Lacrosse have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 Buick Lacrosse. A major recall area is SUSPENSION:REAR. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2010 Buick Lacrosse?▾
The 2010 Buick Lacrosse shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Buick Lacrosse reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.