2005 Buick Lacrosse vs 2006 Buick Lacrosse
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 | 2005 Buick Lacrosse | 2006 Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 314 | 299 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 576 | 713 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 67,549 mi | 79,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lacrosse | Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 82 | 156 |
| Electrical System | 80 | 83 |
| Steering | 51 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 34 | 38 |
| Power Train | 19 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 3 |
| Suspension | 13 | 11 |
| Structure | 16 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 13 |
| Airbag warning light | 14 | 19 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
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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.