Three problems related to air bag not deploy have been reported for the 2003 Buick Lesabre. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Buick Lesabre based on all problems reported for the 2003 Lesabre.
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that the inflater device in the steering column needed to be replaced. She stated that in the event of a crash, the air bag would not deploy. She has had the part replaced, but Buick does not feel that this is a safety issue. The contact hears an occasional squeaking noise when turning the steering wheel. The speed was unknown. The failure mileage was 17,000 and current mileage was 20,000.
While driving, the consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. This caused lost of braking power. The consumer placed both feet on the brake pedal but the vehicle did not stop. Consequently the vehicle collided with another vehicle. Upon impact, both air bags did not deploy. No injuries were reported. The consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic advised the consumer that a representative would come down to determine the cause of the problem.
Consumer stated while driving an avis rental another vehicle traveling at high speeds hit the drivers side of consumer's vehicle. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy. Consumer sustained head and chest injuries.