Is the 2010 Buick LACROSSE reliable?

The 2010 Buick LACROSSE has 278 complaints filed with NHTSA (3.1x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2010 Buick LACROSSE?

Top problems: ENGINE (51 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (46 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (23 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2010 Buick LACROSSE?

Yes, there are 2 recall(s): SUSPENSION:REAR, SUSPENSION:REAR. Contact any Buick dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Buick LACROSSE?

The 2010 Buick LACROSSE gets 21 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2286. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2010 Buick LACROSSE?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2010 Buick LACROSSE is approximately $1,366/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2010 Buick LACROSSE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2010 Buick LACROSSE has 278 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.1x the segment average of 89. The most common issue is engine problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2010 buick lacrosse. while the contact was driving 80mph the contact noticed that the vehicle had suddenly shut off without warning and could not be restarted. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealership and there were no prior warnings. the current and failure mileages w. There are 2 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 12 fire reports filed.

12 fire reports 7 crash reports 5 injuries

278

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

3.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

51 complaints

18%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 80MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES W
• 2010 BUICK LACROSSE BOUGHT 02/10. STARTED HEARING LOUD POP WITH TURNING IGNITION MONTH AFTER BUYING CAR. TAKEN TO DEALER 4 TIMES BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. NOW I HEAR IT WITH IGNITION OFF (WITHIN 15 MINUTES OF STOPPING CAR) AND WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS REPLACED STARTER UNIT BUT DID NOT HELP. GM
• TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN TRAFFIC THE PARK ASSIST AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PASS 9 MPH. THE CONTACT DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF. THE CONTACT RESTARTE

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 6 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 80MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES W”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2010 Buick LACROSSE

Based on 209 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 63K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

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AIR BAGS

Earlier than typicalmedian 50K mi · 13 reports

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VISIBILITY

Earlier than typicalmedian 22K mi · 10 reports

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SEATS/RESTRAINTS

Earlier than typicalmedian 4K mi · 5 reports

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SUSPENSION

Earlier than typicalmedian 55K mi · 5 reports

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BRAKES

Reported earliermedian 50K mi · 13 reports

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ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 64K mi · 41 reports

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Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (2)

SUSPENSION:REAR21/12/2020

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately to fracture.

Risk: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021. A third notification was mailed on August 19, 201. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202308930.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2010 Buick LACROSSE

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,286

Per month

$191

Per mile

19.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,824/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2010 Buick LACROSSE

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,366

Full coverage / month

$114

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-18%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1366

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Buick New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

6 yr / 70K mi

These are the terms for a new Buick. If you're buying a used 2010 LACROSSE, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Buick dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 278 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 80MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES W
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND EVERYTHING IN THE DASH FLASHED LIKE WHEN YOU FIRST START THE CAR. I DIDN'T WANT TO TAKE MY EYES OFF THE ROAD, BUT I THINK EVEN THE SPEED DIAL WENT DOWN AND UP, AGAIN LIKE WHEN THE CAR STARTS UP. THEN THE LITTLE INFORMATION WINDOW IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL W
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: I WAS DRIVING ON A TWO-LANE COUNTRY ROAD. TO AVOID A DEAD ANIMAL IN THE ROAD (POSSIBLY WOODCHUCK), I SWERVED HARD LEFT AT WHICH TIME THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY, SO MUCH SO I THOUGHT IT WOULD ROLL OVER. THE CAR BOUNCES AT EVERY LITTLE BUMP, PULLS SHARPLY RIGHT WHEN BRAKING, WOBBLES AT THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: QUIET OFTEN, THE EDGE OF MY SHOE WILL CATCH ON THE RH SIDE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN MOVING FROM THE GAS TO THE BRAKE OR VICE-VERSA. THE AREA OF THE FOOT IMPACTED IS NEAR THE BALL OF THE FOOT. THE ISSUE SEEMS WORSE WHEN WEARING DRESS SHOES (AS OPPOSED TO ATHLETIC SHOES). THIS HAS RAISED SOME SAFETY
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Buick dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)