Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2008 Buick Lucerne
NHTSA data on file today
The 2008 Buick Lucerne has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 218 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14V355000 Ignition Switch may Turn Off NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V240000 HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER MODULE SHORT CIRCUIT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V441000 HEATED WIPER WASHER SYSTEM NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 121 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 50 complaints
- Engine 24 complaints
- Structure 14 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 13 complaints
- Air Bags 11 complaints
Of the 218 complaints on file, 13 report a crash and 26 a fire; across all 218 complaints, owners report 6 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2008 Buick Lucerne has a below-average reliability rating due to significant issues with the electrical system, as evidenced by 121 complaints and multiple recall campaigns. Other areas of concern include the fuel/propulsion and engine systems. The vehicle has a moderate number of total complaints and recalls, indicating a relatively higher risk of unexpected repairs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 50,000–100,000 miles | $300–$700 | common |
| fuel system | 60,000–100,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
| engine | 70,000–120,000 miles | $600–$1,500 | 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
- Brake inspections
- Transmission fluid check
- Tire rotations
- Battery testing
- Coolant level checks
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Electrical system malfunctions
- Fuel system leaks
- Engine overheating
- Unusual noises from engine
- Steering wheel vibrations
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2008 Buick Lucerne at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.