Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 Buick Lucerne
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 Buick Lucerne has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 128 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
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 76 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 36 complaints
- Structure 8 complaints
- Engine 7 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 7 complaints
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 6 complaints
Of the 128 complaints on file, 6 report a crash and 17 a fire; across all 128 complaints, owners report 5 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,500–$7,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 Buick Lucerne has multiple electrical system recalls and complaints. The ignition-related recall can affect airbag safety, increasing concern. Frequent electrical issues and notable complaints hint at potential reliability challenges.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| ignition system | 50,000–80,000 miles | $150–$350 | very common |
| fuel system | 80,000–110,000 miles | $300–$800 | common |
| stability control system | 60,000–90,000 miles | $200–$500 | occasional |
| airbags | 70,000–100,000 miles | $400–$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 changes
- Brake inspections
- Tire rotations
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant system service
- Spark plug replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Ignition switch issues
- Fuel leaks or smell
- Stability control faults
- Airbag warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Buick Lucerne at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.