Suspension Problems of Buick Lesabre - part 1

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken for serviced at an independent mechanic, the mechanic noticed above the driver side rear spring suspension was corroded through. In addition, the contact also stated due to the corrosion on the top of the spring and does not have support, caused the vehicle to swerve back and forth. The vehicle was taken to bob pion Buick GMC dealer, (333 memorial dr, chicopee, MA 01020, (413) 598-8377) where they noticed the corrosion but did not recommend to repaired the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The independent mechanic also informed the contact that the rust underneath are pristine and the spring leaning on the frame pushing the rear left tires. The contact stated that the vehicle lost all support, the spring is pre-floating at the top. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140. 000. Aw.

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As I was driving from the gas station I took a left and as I accelerated, the engine started to vibrate. I I had never noticed this before that day. So proceed to take my time carefully back to work. I examined the undercarriage of my 99 Lesabre custom and that's where I noticed that the drivers side subframe bushings have all but fell out due to severe rust. Thankfully the passenger side is still firmly attached. Upon further research, this is a common problem with gm cars of this era and the dorman replacement parts are readily available. Had this component failed on both sides the engine and transmission would have fallen out and caused an accident or worse. I am still trying to figure out if this is a recall issue or just a bad choice of vehicle design by gm and their lack of concern for the publics well being. These subframe bushings should have been or should be a viable recall concern today. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

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I bought a car on June 17th I was told there was nothing wrong with the car so I told the woman I bought it from I wanted it inspected before I made a decision to buy it to make sure it was safe she brought it to her inspection station in it got in inspection sticker stating there was absolutely nothing wrong with it as I drove it home I noticed that it was bouncing up and down in that the front-end and back-end would hit the ground I had a friend look at it that knows about cars and told me that the front and back struts were completely gone and it also had for bald tires and there is oil splattered all over the engine I contacted the woman I bought it from and she will not return my calls and wants nothing to do with giving me my money back I also went back to the inspection station and asked how the heck did this car get in inspection sticker I was told to leave I need advice and where I should go from here.

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Sub frame is completely roated out on the back drive. Complete safty hazard needs recall.

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The sub frame bushing is completely rotted. Day it was sold to me passed inspection but on car fax it failed safety inspection? it cracks and creaks when turning left.

Transmission shift sol and pressure sensors are melting on valve body tranny heat is fring the connectors and damaging the tranny . U can smell the plastic burnigburning.

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I was driving into drive way and heard a loud thud then noticed my steering wheel was off center. I put the car up on ramps and all four rear sub frame bushings where missing. This component holds the engine, transmission, and steering to the car. !!!! being a technician ,I looked on line to see if this was a common problem and found it is very common . If I had continued to drive I would have lost control. Thankfully I was doing 10 mph many on line complaints talk about people loosing control. Or the front end dropping fenders on to tires. This is a major safety. Issue and I have found it spans 1992 to 1999. Gm models. This is just as dangerous as the ignition problem possibly worse since there is no warning before it happens. . Read more...

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The contact owns a 1998 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, there was a loud clunking sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower crossarm and four cradle bolts and bushings needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 120,000. The VIN was not available.

Was driving car and it started steering hard drove home approx 35 miles to find the k frame washers had rusted off and the engine was not being support. Has it fixed and same thing happened again going less than 5 mph and steering went out and on inspection the front and lower frame mounts had fallen and car has been parked every since because I can not find parts that are resonibly priced! I was on the interstate doing 70 mph 10 mins prior to the last incident could have been a bad result. Have read about these problems in a forum someone started on google, cant believe there was never a recall!.

Sub frame/cradle mount failure. Two mounts (spacers/washers/bolts) rotted out on right front. Entire sub frame dropped on right side. Impacted steering. Car is non drivable due to safety issue. Serious design flaw for such exposed parts to be made of thin gauge metal and rubber. These parts hold / cradle the engine. Failure causes serious compromise to steering/braking/handling.

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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 .

Another very common defect with multiple year Buicks besides the window regulators that Buick refuses to admit fault and refuses to do anything about them. This is about the dash covering pulling away from the windshield and likely cause air bag to discharge and soon will obstruct vision through the windshield. Both of these items are very costly to repair and gn/Buick has offered nothing as far as I know to anyone. I will not buy another one. I have had to replace power steering hose at 60,000 and an axle at 90,000 and a tie rod at 50,000. And they wonder why sales from japan are booming??.

2003 Buick Lesabre. Consumer writes in regards to engine problems. The consumer stated the lower intake manifold had to be replaced in 2009 with 50,000 miles on the vehicle. Four and a half years later, the lower intake manifold gasket was leaking again and had to be replaced. . Also, the level ride compressor had to be replaced.

Our 2005 Buick Lesabre vibrates at speeds of 70 mph or greater.

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Hood moves up and down, due to vibration, happens at 40 mph. Also, steering vibrates. Taken to dealer, tires changed 2 times. Dealer said nothing else they could do since it was a manufacturing defect. Also called manufacturer, who said the tires should have taken care of the problem. Car was at dealer 6 times dealer has done everything possible to help. But it was still not fix. Dealer said rotation problem- different size tires- changed wheel calibration, and road test under 40 mph gm representative was working with consumer but they said this was the last step.

Several attempts were made to correct a problem with my 2004 Buick Lesabre. I have been dealing with a rep from gm motors without success. He just kept stringing me along saying he would call, at first it was every week then every three days - each time saying he was conducting an ivestigation into the problem. The car was purchased Aug 17, 2004 and the problem has existed since "day one"! I do not feel the car is safe! it has been back to the dealer several times. A re-purchase was supposed to be in the works but I guess they don't want the car either! not only are the seat covers bad but the vehicle keeps vibrating/wobbling! I have all the work orders (except for some verble comments) to support my complaint. I bought a new car I believe I should own a new car! please help me get this situation cleared up and me on the road with a new car(safe) like was purchased in the first place! I was going to resort to reporting to the attorney general but I'm hoping this form will help me out.

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I purchased a used 2004 Buick Lesabre with 18000 miles. I can feel a vibration in my feet, seat, and the steering wheel at speeds above 60mph. The dealer checked the tires and replaced the right front tire saying it was out of round and that all the other tires were in balance and within spec. S. I have driven it for severals day now and I can't discern any improvement. I called the service dept. Back this morning and they recommended I purchase a $566 set of new tires! I think the problem is in the drivetrain but they won't even discuss that possibility.

While driving at any speed and without any warning steering wheel was shaking. Dealer replaced the rear right wheel and tire, but problem still occurring.

While driving the vehicle began making a knocking noise without warning.

Shakes & vibrations in steering wheel & floor of vehicle, dealer has attempted to balance tires without much success.

Vibration, which become greater with speed, is felt on the floor, front seat & steering wheel: vibration becomes worse on a curve. The problem is greatest on an extremely smooth rubberized black topped road. All tires have been balanced, rotated & replaced: drive train realined: transmission damper kit installed. Problem continues.

Consumer states while driving 70mph the car made a loud noise causing the driver to pull over.

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Suspension is not working properly. Vehicle becomes unstable/ bouncing, and moving from side to side to the point where consumer is getting sick. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.

Was returning from charleston, SC to columbia, SC Sunday 7/28/02 about 7:00 pm after a hot day on interstate 26. After about an hours travelling time, in which the car felt out of alignment or tires out of balance due to bad roads in charleston, there was a loud bang, the car pulled or fishtailed in heavy bumper to bumper traffic. I compensated steering and was able to slow and pull to the side of the interstate. The other vehicles surrounding me moved and/or slowed to give a wide berth. I had thought that perhaps an axle or cv joint had broken, but upon walking and looking around the car I found all tires fully inflated, but then noticed that the rear tire behind the driver's seat had about two thirds of it's tread layer missing and bare steel wires were exposed. I went online and looked up general tires, read about stress cracks appearing where the treads met the sidewalls, then inspect the only other general tire left on the vehicle- it had continuous small cracks there. I called the manufacturer, who would only participate partically in the tire replacement cost if I used their tires again- I refused their brands and bought goodyears instead. We were fortunate to have lived through the tread coming off, and I'm not sure that anyone else that may have driven the car would have!.

Strut has been weak and noisy for quite a while. If there are problems with the struts like the web site suggests I feel the manufacturer should repair it at no charge.

When driving 50-70 mph steering wheel shakes. Vehicle taken to dealer 5 times, replaced tires/rebalanced wheels. Did not remedy problem.

Whenever traveling between 50-70mph vehicle would vibrate. Vibration felt in steering wheel, accelerator pedal, and front seat. Vehicle was controllable. Even with less speed there would be vibrations. Have been to dealership at least 4 times for this reoccurring problem.

Vehicle experienced severe vibration problem whenever driving from 0-65 mph. Vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

While driving about 50 mph driver could lose control of vehicle due to vibration and jerking.

Dealer worked on front end 3 times. General replaced tires. Still have the problem. I drove a diferent car, same tires, same problem. Drove a car with different size tires, wider and 16" corrected the problem. Also same problem as odi 858266 "horn problem" dealer unable to fix!!. Problem may possibly be related to the suspension.

On left and right turns there was a jerking sensation in the wheel, like something was slipping. Took vehicle to dealer, and they repositioned the hoses and replaced steering pump. Problem still exists. Consumer felt this was unsafe when going around a ramp.

When traveling over 60 mph the steering wheel moves too easily. The dealer/manufacturer acknowledges that there has been a change in the suspension starting with the 1996 models.

Vehicle vibrates severely when driving 60 mph, and it pulls to the right. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further infromation.

When driving at 65 mph or over, vehicle vibrates.

Front/rear suspension systems rusted due to lack of lubrication.

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