2012 Buick Lacrosse vs 2014 Buick Lacrosse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Buick Lacrosse | 2014 Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 206 | 63 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,829 | 1,810 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,000 mi | 40,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lacrosse | Buick Lacrosse |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 62 | 14 |
| Engine | 46 | 4 |
| Steering | 24 | 12 |
| Suspension | 31 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 25 | 5 |
| Power Train | 24 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 40 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 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.