Cruise Control problems of the 2008 Buick Lacrosse

While traveling at approx 20 mph, the criuise control activated automatically while turning into a parking lot. The vehicle speed up in a matter of 2 seconds and was at much higher speed when she veered off into a bush. The quick speed acceleration of the vehicle without out any activation by driver is of great concern. Driver was startled by sudden spped up of vehichle. Feels the cruise control activated on its own. She did not touch the cruise control buttons on steering wheel at any time. Owners do not feel the location of the cruise control buttons are located in good spot. The cruise control has activated on its own several times over the past 4 yrs. Owners have had dealerships look at issues. They have been unsuccessful in duplicating or resolving this issue. Complaint ahs also been filed with general motors in 2011 case # 71-1021-185931.

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that when driving uphill with the cruise control activated, the vehicle would begin to accelerate at a fast rate. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was told there were no problems with the cruise control. The failure mileage was 25. The current mileage was approximately 20,000. Updated 08/03/10. Updated 09/21/10.