Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2018 Buick Lacrosse
NHTSA data on file today
The 2018 Buick Lacrosse has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 12 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 #20V668000 Missing Bolts on Start/Stop Accumulator NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V576000 Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V358000 Fuel Pump Flange Weld may Fracture NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 5 complaints
- Engine 4 complaints
- Power Train 3 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 2 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2018 Buick LaCrosse has a mixed reliability profile with concerns in the powertrain, brakes, and fuel system. Repairs are within average cost ranges, with no overwhelmingly common failures. Recalls, particularly affecting the transmission and brake systems, are noteworthy but do not overshadow overall performance and reliability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| transmission | 30,000–60,000 miles | $750–$1,500 | common |
| brake calipers | 20,000–40,000 miles | $300–$600 | occasional |
| fuel pump | 40,000–70,000 miles | $600–$1,200 | 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 change every 7,500 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 30,000 miles
- Air filter change every 20,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change at 45,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Delayed gear shifting
- Reduced brake performance
- Fuel smell or leaks
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2018 Buick Lacrosse at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.