1995 Buick Lesabre
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1995 Buick Lesabre. Newest first.
The driver side headlamp lens has an incorrect aim pad number on the lens. This does not comply with fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: if these head lamps are re-aimed using a mechanical aiming device that utilizes the aiming pad numers, the resultant aim would be out of the specified range. this may cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver side headlamp on vehicles with the correct outboard lower pad number.
Owner complaints
178 complaints13 involved a crash3 involved a fire25 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
The vehicle stalls without warning. It sometimes stalls while at a stoplight or while driving down the road/highway. I have had a complete tune up along with a fuel pump, crankshaft sensor, camshaft sensor, air mass sensor and god knows what else. I have tried to find out who else has had the…
The vehicle stalls without warning. It sometimes stalls while at a stoplight or while driving down the road/highway. I have had a complete tune up along with a fuel pump, crankshaft sensor, camshaft sensor, air mass sensor and god knows what else. I have tried to find out who else has had the problem and they are many and the only common factor IS that no one has found a resolution. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. The contact stated that while in traffic, the passenger air bag inadvertently deployed without warning. As a result, the passenger sustained legs injuries that require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. The contact stated that while in traffic, the passenger air bag inadvertently deployed without warning. As a result, the passenger sustained legs injuries that require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
- Unknown or other
Shuts down while in drive.
- Air bags
Both (driver and passenger) frontal airbags on my 1995 buick lesabre deployed without reason on june 27TH and 28TH 2015. on the 27TH, the passenger airbag deployed while I was coming to a stop at a red light. No one was in the passenger seat though it spilled soda over the back seat. on the…
Both (driver and passenger) frontal airbags on my 1995 buick lesabre deployed without reason on june 27TH and 28TH 2015. on the 27TH, the passenger airbag deployed while I was coming to a stop at a red light. No one was in the passenger seat though it spilled soda over the back seat. on the 28TH the driver airbag deployed while I was driving on I76, going about 70 mph. My right wrist was injured and IS red and swollen but I do not think it's broken. The horn then stayed on and I eventually pulled over and removed the fuse for it. (Btw which dumb ass put the horn on the same fuse as the power locks and interior light?) in neither case was there a collision of any kind that caused the airbags to go off. I noticed an airbag light on the dashboard after the first airbag deployment, could have been on beforehand but I didn't notice it until after.
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturers recall due to the year of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 48,000. updated 9/3/14*cn updated 11/26/2014 *js
- Steering · Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension
While leaving an intersection I was traveling down a slight hill , I heard a strange sound and realized I had no steering the wheel was turning ,but with no control of the car . The car hit a telephone pole that was installed to hold up 4 mailboxes . the engine carriage of the car that IS…
While leaving an intersection I was traveling down a slight hill , I heard a strange sound and realized I had no steering the wheel was turning ,but with no control of the car . The car hit a telephone pole that was installed to hold up 4 mailboxes . the engine carriage of the car that IS bolted to the frame separated from the frame past the bolts causing the steering connection to come apart , the car IS totaled . Thank you gm/ buick engineers . *tr
- Air bags
We were driving down the interstate in pa, when the airbag light came on. About ten minutes later the driver's side airbag discharged in my wife's face, then a few seconds later the other side went off. We pulled off the highway, got out of the car, raised the hood, unplugged the horns, started…
We were driving down the interstate in pa, when the airbag light came on. About ten minutes later the driver's side airbag discharged in my wife's face, then a few seconds later the other side went off. We pulled off the highway, got out of the car, raised the hood, unplugged the horns, started the engine and continued to our destination for 3 hours. As we continued up the highway the rain begun to enter the car and filled up the floorboard of the car mainly on the passenger side. We called our insurance company the next morning to get a claim started but it may not be covered, drove the car back home for over 800 miles and researched what to do. *tr
- Air bags
At 10:15 pm june 21 2012 myself the driver and my nephew 12 years in age got done eating at restaurant got in the 95 buick lesabre entered the key in the ignition did not turn the key over just put it in the ignition sat there for about a minute and talked about what we were going to do next a…
At 10:15 pm june 21 2012 myself the driver and my nephew 12 years in age got done eating at restaurant got in the 95 buick lesabre entered the key in the ignition did not turn the key over just put it in the ignition sat there for about a minute and talked about what we were going to do next a minute later there was a loud boom looked over to see that the passenger side airbag went off injuring my nephew he suffered really bad bruises to both legs and a nasty bruise to his stomach. Me the driver IS having a emotional break over the incident. And my nephew suffering from injuries that hinders some activities he could do during his summer break. *tr
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. The contact was driving 25 mph when the bolts that held the steering box to the frame fractured, causing limited control of the steering. The vehicle was driven slowly to the dealer who advised the contact that the bolts were fractured but the technician…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. The contact was driving 25 mph when the bolts that held the steering box to the frame fractured, causing limited control of the steering. The vehicle was driven slowly to the dealer who advised the contact that the bolts were fractured but the technician also advised that they would not make any repairs due to the age of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who drilled a new hole replaced the older bolts. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 225,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while sitting in he vehicle while parked, the passenger and driver side air bags deployed haphazardly and a child was injured from the air bag deployment. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where the mechanic stated…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while sitting in he vehicle while parked, the passenger and driver side air bags deployed haphazardly and a child was injured from the air bag deployment. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where the mechanic stated that the entire air bag system needed to be replaced. the contact did not call the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 196,000.
- Unknown or other
The insulation on the wires of the fuel sending unit, inside the fuel tank, melted to expose bare wiring causing fuel pump to short out. signs of excessive heat melting the wiring harness/connector, inside the fuel tank, also obvious. signs of this happening include fuel gauge indicator showing past the full mark and voltage indicator being pulled down to between 7 and 9 volts.
- Structure › Frame and members
TL* the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. The contact noticed that the paint on the doors, hood, trunk and roof had begun to rust and corrode. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs. The failure mileage was 124,000 and the current mileage was 127,000.
- Structure › Frame and members
Driving my 1995 buick lesabre I drove down and up a slight road variation and then heard a noise I turned right to get to my office upon making the turn I lost all steering I got the car off the road and looked the whole undercarriage cradle was sitting near the ground / I had the car towed ..…
Driving my 1995 buick lesabre I drove down and up a slight road variation and then heard a noise I turned right to get to my office upon making the turn I lost all steering I got the car off the road and looked the whole undercarriage cradle was sitting near the ground / I had the car towed .. Upon further inspection the bolts of the cradle( under engine supports were broken. Thank god I wasn't driving on a highway surely myself or someone would have been killed or injured. This car model has many other cases of similar defect I saw on line. This car should be banned from the roads. *Tr
- Air bags › Frontal
Husband and wife were driving on curvy road, approx. 30 mph, when passenger airbag unexpectedly deployed, hitting the wife. vehicle started filling with smoke. husband managed to pull off into a parking lot and they evacuated the vehicle. wife received bruises and cuts on hands and legs from…
Husband and wife were driving on curvy road, approx. 30 mph, when passenger airbag unexpectedly deployed, hitting the wife. vehicle started filling with smoke. husband managed to pull off into a parking lot and they evacuated the vehicle. wife received bruises and cuts on hands and legs from airbag, wedding ring was damaged, and both inhaled smoke. Police were called but would not come to the scene since there was no other vehicle involved. there was no impact or reason for airbag to deploy. wife was treated by doctor for injuries. vehicle has not been repaired yet. also, since that incident, the driver side airbag has also deployed while car was being driven. gm was contacted but no recompense made as of mar 2010.
- Air bags › Frontal
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. while driving 5 mph in traffic on the highway, the front passenger side air bag spontaneously deployed. a police report was filed. after careful inspection, an investigator concluded that water entered the air bag module, which caused corrosion and…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. while driving 5 mph in traffic on the highway, the front passenger side air bag spontaneously deployed. a police report was filed. after careful inspection, an investigator concluded that water entered the air bag module, which caused corrosion and unwarranted deployment. a police officer stated that there was no damage to her vehicle that would cause the air bags to deploy. she called the manufacturer and IS waiting for a response. the vehicle has not been properly repaired. the failure mileage was 140,000. 4/01/09 *nj the consumer was injured as a result of the air bag deployment. Updated 04/06/09.*jb
- Electrical system
The 95 buick lesabre, I have owned three of them now, and this will be the third time I've replace the ignition cylinder and keys due to a security system problem. This IS about a 500.00 problem every time! From what I've heard this IS a common problem with this vehicle. I'm a single father and…
The 95 buick lesabre, I have owned three of them now, and this will be the third time I've replace the ignition cylinder and keys due to a security system problem. This IS about a 500.00 problem every time! From what I've heard this IS a common problem with this vehicle. I'm a single father and don't have the money to be shelling out when this problem occurs. From what the repair facility said this could be fixed with a linkable fuse, so that fuse would go instead of the ignition wires burning up. This really IS a simple way around spending 1,500.00 dollars on this problems. This IS another reason why I won't buy an american car again. *Tr
- Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. the vehicle has tbc multi-mile matrix tires, size p225/60r16. while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the front passenger side tire had exploded, which caused damage to the front fender. the tire was taken to the dealer and they stated…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. the vehicle has tbc multi-mile matrix tires, size p225/60r16. while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the front passenger side tire had exploded, which caused damage to the front fender. the tire was taken to the dealer and they stated that the belt malfunctioned. the contact did not notice any differences beforehand. the vin was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 109,880.
- Tires
I have matrix multi-mile tires on my car the numbers on the tire are 95S p205/70r15mts. My car had been sitting for approx. 8 hours and the right front tire exploded making a bit hole in my right front fender. The damages were almost 800.00 and I feel that the other ones may do the same. The tires…
I have matrix multi-mile tires on my car the numbers on the tire are 95S p205/70r15mts. My car had been sitting for approx. 8 hours and the right front tire exploded making a bit hole in my right front fender. The damages were almost 800.00 and I feel that the other ones may do the same. The tires were already on the car when I had bought it and they have a lot of tread on them. There IS no explanation of this occurrence and I feel that the tire company should pay for the damages to my car and also replace my tires.*tr
- Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
My airbag deployed unexpectedly as I was driving for no apparent reason. I was about 1 1/2 blocks from my home on a quiet residential street with no traffic. I was going 15-20 mph. the was nothing in the road, weather fine. my hands were bruised from the impact. my right jaw and ear are sore…
My airbag deployed unexpectedly as I was driving for no apparent reason. I was about 1 1/2 blocks from my home on a quiet residential street with no traffic. I was going 15-20 mph. the was nothing in the road, weather fine. my hands were bruised from the impact. my right jaw and ear are sore, ringing and muffled ear sounds. no one can explain why this occurred. I went to the emergency room for a quick check. my insurance IS questioning who IS responsible and ought to pay. my car has been maintained by the same garage since I bought it, for the most part, and was recently serviced. I have never had any other trouble with it, and in general like the car very much. but this incident really scared me. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 buick lesabre. while driving 20 mph, the four bolts fell from the chassis. the contact lost control of the vehicle. the front end of the vehicle fell down. the vehicle was towed and has been repaired. the current and failure mileages were 74,000. updated 02-01-08. *kb all four bolts that were holding the chassis had broken off.
- Structure › Body · Structure › Body › Hood
I purchased a used automobile from darby buick5170 s tamiami trail, sarasota. Fl jan.34,2003. A year later the hood of the car was peeling. on november 20,2003 I paid $394.62 for repair and repaintt of the hood. the following november more peeling was noticed on the trunk and roof of the car. on…
I purchased a used automobile from darby buick5170 s tamiami trail, sarasota. Fl jan.34,2003. A year later the hood of the car was peeling. on november 20,2003 I paid $394.62 for repair and repaintt of the hood. the following november more peeling was noticed on the trunk and roof of the car. on january11,2005, I had the entire car repainted at maaco , 1570- n washington st., sarasota, fl 34243 and paid $811.00. later I was informed that this year model was considered a peeler. that information was never divulged to me when I purchased the car. do I have any recourse? thank you
- Air bags
Dt*: the contact stated the driver's side air bag deployed while driving 60-70 mph. there was no impact prior to this incident. immediately after the driver's side air bag deployed the passenger side air bag deployed. the srs light illuminated periodically on the dashboard prior to the incident. The seat belt was in use at the time. the dealership has been aware of the problem. updated 08/21/06. *Jb *nm
- Air bags › Frontal
1995 lesabre driver and passenger side air bags deployed without warning while vehicle was in motion. *ts the consumer and his wife suffered minor burns and lacerations. *Jb
- Air bags › Frontal
1995 buick lesabre passenger air bag deployed. *ts the consumers wife was injured. There was no accident to cause the air bag deployment. *Jb *nm
- Air bags
Consumer airbag deployed while parked. *ts *sc
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10170494This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10017568Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10012148New rear main seal and special tool for installation.
- 6089996Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when in park on incline.
- 634813Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak.
- 620835Experiencing excessive engine coolant consumption, or an engine coolant leak near or under the throttle body area of the upper intake manifold.
- 619370Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking brake not applied.
- 619177Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak.
- 619176Engine coolant consumption or coolant leak (inspect for material degradation/replace intake manifolds) updated 11/02/07
- 603085Some customers may comment that there IS corrosion ( rust ) appearing on the left and /or right rocker panel(s).
- 602751Some customers may comment that the vehicle
- 601773Information on a/c control head will not shut off with key turned off.
- 601769Information on growling noise in transaxle during first four minutes after start up.
- 601398Some customers may comment about on a gap between the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint (psir) module and the instrument panel trim plate.
- 601052Experiencing a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration between 20 and 40 mph.
- 445802ABS adn traction off indicator lamps come on.
- 54421Experience a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration.
- 54328Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning.
- 54285Experiencing a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration.
- 54065Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- 53015When brakes are depressed force or engine load may affect and cause various noises.
- 52603Intermittent a/c system thump noise on initial start up from front passenger side floor panel (replace accumulator).
- 52600Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape).
- 52567Driveline vibration over 37 mph (replace prom).
- 52564Excessive vibration of electrochromic inside rearview mirror.
- 51497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure).
- 51296Intermittent neutral or loss of drive at highway speeds or from fourth gear (replace control valve body assembly).
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