general problems of the 2008 Buick Lucerne

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 mph, the vehicle lost motive power. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the message "add engine oil" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter was clogged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, however, the failure recurred immediately. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the tcm had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred approximately a week later. The vehicle was then towed to the same independent mechanic, where it was determined that the coil pack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a rough idle and was undrivable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 138,500.

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed the vehicle lost motive power with the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

I went to start the vehicle and it failed to start. I found the fuel pump relay to be badly burned ??. On the 30 pin. The board was melted at the 30 pin spot for the fuel pump relay. I purchased a new relay from napa. I questioned whether they had a new replacement fuel pump. They told me it was not available only through the dealership. My concern was that where the relay was located at there was a possibility of a fire given how badly the relay and board was burned. I replaced the relay and purchased an extra incase this might happen again. To my surprise it happen just days later while I was driving on the expressway. I had to get off the road immediately. Engine died, no power steering. I checked the relay, it was smoking hot. I will have to have the problem resolved. There is no way a relay should ever get hot, let alone that hot. The fuel pump fuse was not effected. Why is the relay not protected from getting so hot. There is definitely a real risk of fire. No one sits in the back seat normally. But, my grandson's. This should not ever happen.

Engine coolant leak at engine timing belt cover per repair service. Not available for inspection , already had repaired (see attached invoice). Had to pull over on busy major roadway due to high temperature warning on temperature gauge. Problem confirmed by service center.

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was inspected by a local mechanic and diagnosed with needing the fuel pump relay to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,479.

1. Fuse box was replaced, yes. 4th repair shop replaced. I say only time will tell for sure. I don't drive every day 2. Driving I-95 from va to MD at speeds of 30+ to 75+ cars driving close behind could have ran into rear causing my car, their car, and multiple other cars to be in major accident with possible multiple deaths. 3. Reproduced, no. Independent service center, no 4. No. Other - the 4th repair shop inspected vehicle component. 5. No warning lamps. No messages or symptoms, car just stalled and would not start/move and w?hen I tried to start car again car would not start, but had all kinds of warnings lamps lit up. The first time the engine stalled was driving (moving) into entrance of toll booth in richmond, va, July 27, 2021 approx. 2:15 pm. Additional info: four (4) times car stalled while driving in traffic without warning, car would not start again had to be towed each time to a repair shop. Three (3) repair shops did not repair the problem. First repair shop charged me approx. $350. 00 +- for repairs. Plus I had to stay over night in hotel costing me approx. $120. 00+- total $470. 00 +- car still had same problem!! second repair shop did not charge me for repairs, but not sure if any work was done, had to get a car rental to get back to maryland. S second shop kept car ofr 6 days before working on problem. Car rental cost me $467. 27. Total $467. 27 car still had same problem!!! third repair shop kept car for 5 days, charged me approx. $125. +-, still the car had the same problem. Total $125. 00+- car still had same problem!!!! fourth repair shop says he found fuse box to be the problem, repair cost me approx $554. 00+- total $554. 00 my total expenses are approx. $1,491. 20 only time will tell if problem has been fixed, not to mention the extreme emotional stress dealing with delays on repairs and extreme emotional stress driving not knowing when or how car would stall again.

The front engine mount has broken and been replaced two times in under 100k miles. Loud clunk is present on take off, shaking and vibration when accelerating is present too. The first time was just outside of warranty at 60k miles.

Tl the contact owned a 2008 Buick Lucerne. After starting the vehicle, an electrical surge occurred and the driver noticed smoke under the hood. After opening the hood, flames appeared from the engine compartment. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. The vehicle was destroyed and towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated while driving, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle jerked with an abnormal thud before responding. Mike haggerty Buick GMC, inc. (9301 s cicero Ave, oak lawn, IL 60453; (708) 762-9813) was contacted and the contact was informed that the passenger's side motor mount needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The contact researched the failure online and found complaints relating to the fuel pump relay being burnt. The contact removed the fuel pump relay and noticed that it was burnt. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.

On July 26, 2016, while driving on cleveland drive, lots of smoke started coming out from under the hood of the car then all of a sudden fire started to shoot out as well. There were no issues previously with the car as it was in perfect condition inside and out. I contacted Buick to see if the car was ever recalled but it was not, however, it probably should have been. Now I am without a car because it was deemed a total loss. I attached pictures but did need to upload the fire dept report.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle lost power and began to emit smoke. The contact pulled to the side and lifted the hood. At that point, the vehicle bursted into about eight feet of flames. The contact dialed 911. The fire department and the police came to the scene. There was a police report. There was no injury. The vehicle burnt totally and was towed away by a tow truck. The contact notified the local dealer who sold the vehicle to him about eight months ago and was given a rental vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,200. Fe.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle, the independent mechanic brought to the attention of the contact that the vehicles motor mount had become inoperable and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000. Wh.

2008 Buick Lucerne. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle stopped several times while driving. The consumer stated four mechanic's worked on the vehicle, and they were unable to fix it. The consumer no longer owns the vehicle.

I understand there is a recall to disable and remove the heated windshield solution from the car. This is a feature that cost extra when buying the car and I feel you should repair it, not just remove the feature. Is there any repair instead of removal? if not how do you compensate owners for the loss of functionality of the heated windshield system. I live in the northeast and use it occasionally in the winter.