Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Buick Lacrosse
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Buick Lacrosse has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 36 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V267000 Rear Suspension Toe-Link may Disconnect NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V116000 Improperly Sealed Power Steering Connectors NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 11 complaints
- Power Train 9 complaints
- Engine 5 complaints
- Suspension 4 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 4 complaints
- Unknown or Other 3 complaints
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Buick LaCrosse has multiple recalls, including serious issues with the rear suspension and power steering. Complaints also highlight persistent electrical and powertrain issues, suggesting reliability concerns.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 50,000–80,000 miles | $300–$1,000 | common |
| powertrain | 60,000–90,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | common |
| engine | 70,000–100,000 miles | $400–$2,000 | occasional |
| suspension | 40,000–70,000 miles | $250–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Tire rotations
- Brake fluid replacement
- Engine air filter replacement
- Cabin air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid change
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Loss of power steering
- Unusual powertrain noise
- Rear suspension instability
- Electrical malfunctions
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Buick Lacrosse at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.