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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2017 Buick LaCrosse recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
36
Latest campaign
Apr 21, 2017

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Suspension1Apr 21, 2017
Steering1Feb 23, 2017

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Apr 21, 2017Latest campaign
Apr 21, 201717V267000

Suspension: rear

If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V267000
What's wrong
General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.
Risk
If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V267000 · Apr 21, 2017
Feb 23, 201717V116000

Steering: electric power assist system

A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V116000
What's wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
Risk
A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V116000 · Feb 23, 2017
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Buick recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component36

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
36Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system1131000
Power train925000
Engine514000
Vehicle speed control411000
Suspension411000
Unknown or other38000
Air bags26000
Service brakes13000
Steering13000
Fuel system13000
Gasoline13000
Structure13000
Electronic stability control (ESC)13000
Seats13000
Seat belts13000

1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “My 2017 Buick LaCrosse Premium AWD (116,220 miles) experienced a severe all-wheel-drive failure causing significant binding and a loud rumbling/clunking noise during sharp, low-speed cornering and acceleration.”

    Filed 09/29/2026 · ODI 11767766
  • Vehicle speed control

    “My 2017 Buick LaCrosse Premium AWD experienced a sudden, dangerous mechanical failure of the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor system while operating the vehicle under normal road conditions.”

    Filed 09/29/2026 · ODI 11767773
  • Suspension

    “This vehicle has major suspension issues containing the complete strut assembly, lower control arms, and strut yokes/forks, which can not be replaced due to the discontinuance of the vehicle and parts itself.”

    Filed 05/09/2026 · ODI 11736767

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2017 Buick LaCrosse recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Buick LaCrosse have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Buick LaCrosse. The most recent, 17V267000 (reported April 21, 2017), concerns suspension. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Buick LaCrosse?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 11 complaints out of 36 filed with NHTSA (31%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Buick LaCrosse?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Buick recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Buick dealer.

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