2011 Buick Lucerne vs 2011 Dodge Charger
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 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 49 | 694 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,135 | 152 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 64 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,240 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lucerne | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 | 395 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 158 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 79 |
| Engine | 3 | 77 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 51 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 40 |
| Steering | 2 | 39 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 39 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 82 |
| Overheating | 5 | 19 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 45 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 28 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 27 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 14 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 11 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 9 |
2011 Buick Lucerne
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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.