1996 Buick Lesabre vs 1997 Buick Lesabre
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Buick Lesabre | 1997 Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 98 | 394 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 42 | 52 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 31 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,500 mi | 97,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 110 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 42 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 37 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 33 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 27 |
| Power Train | 6 | 33 |
| Visibility | 3 | 28 |
| Steering | 4 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 11 |
| Stalling | 6 | 30 |
| Overheating | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
1996 Buick Lesabre
1997 Buick Lesabre
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.