2006 Buick Lacrosse vs 2008 Buick Lacrosse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Buick Lacrosse | 2008 Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 299 | 250 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 713 | 948 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,500 mi | 54,325 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lacrosse | Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 156 | 61 |
| Electrical System | 83 | 84 |
| Air Bags | 38 | 77 |
| Steering | 26 | 14 |
| Engine | 8 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 10 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 14 |
| Suspension | 11 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 19 | 42 |
| Stalling | 13 | 13 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2006 Buick Lacrosse
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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.