Power Train Related Problems of the 2012 Buick Lacrosse

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2012 Buick Lacrosse. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission failure (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Buick Lacrosse


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2012 Buick Lacrosse

The Power Train problem

While driving stability trac, check engine light flashed and rpm, and speed gauges start going haywire. The car loses power even while accelerating, the steering wheel locks and car stalls. Then after 15-30 minutes the car starts fine and drives. Has happened at least 8 times.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

The contact owns a 2012 Buick Lacrosse. While driving 31 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle violently jerked forward without warning. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Driveline Chain/belt problem

The contact owns a 2012 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle; however, the failure recurred.   Read details...


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