general problems of the 2009 Buick Lucerne - part 1

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine would not start. No warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that upon inspection he noticed 1 relay from the electric fuel pump under the rear passenger seat needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the fuel pump relay prong base is melting due to overheating. In addition, the contact stated that due to the fuse current being at 10. 01amp for a 5amp relay could be the possible cause of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was repaired however the failure reoccurred 2 days later. The manufacturer was made not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

The car died suddenly and would not start, with no warnings or codes. Towed it to a midas repair shop and it was diagnosed as a corroded low profile fuel pump relay. This was replaced, and the car ran fine for 3 days before going dead in the middle of driving and left me stranded in an intersection. Had to get it towed back to midas where it was more accurately diagnosed that the issue with the relay was being caused by a faulty rear electrical center. Both of these parts have been recalled, and I have only owned this car for a little over a year. It has only around 40,000 miles on it. Despite this recall, upon taking the car to the local Buick dealership, they stated they could not cover the recall due to it being expired before I even owned the car. I do not understand how it is right or fair for this to have to be paid out of pocket, for $183. 53 and $818. 81 respectively, when it is not my fault, it is a faulty gm parts issue, and gm stated they will not stand behind their product and cover the recall despite the evident risk to my safety if I was to continue driving the car without repair. I understand it is expired, but I fail to see how this is ethical when the part is still faulty to the point of being dangerous.

Fuel pump relay fuse is getting burnt up and not allowing car to start. This is a known problem and NHTSA has already made a recall but mine isn’t recalled. You would think since mine is a 2008-2011 Buick Lucerne it would be able to get fixed. Https://static. Nhtsa. Gov/odi/tsbs/2021/mc-10194133-9999. Pdf.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle sputtered and failed to start. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who recommended that the fuel pump relay be replaced. The mechanic became aware that the fuse was melted. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the fuel pump relay overheated and burned the fuse box. The accelerator pedal and steering wheel became inoperable. The contact was able to control the vehicle and park the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact replaced the relay, but the vehicle failed to start. The contact called the local dealer and was advised to schedule an appointment for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

The fuse box or fuse holder under the back seat had the fuel pump relay fail due to pressure on the fuse box lid from the seat above it. This is a known issue by Buick as they keep the fuse box in stock (for about $300) I have owned two similar Lucernes with this issue. The fuel pump relay caused enough heat to melt into the fuse box, causing a disconnection. This caused the fuel pump to stop pumping, causing the car to stop running. The problem can be confirmed by calling any Buick dealer. I'm sure they have had several examples of this issue besides my pair. There are many examples mentioned on the internet, as well as videos as to how to fix it. There are no warning lamps prior to the failure. The engine dies and refuses to restart.

Fuel pump relay keeps burning out.

Fuel pump relay under vehicles back seat fried out due to the back seat hitting the fuse box cover and grounding out the fuel pump relay. My child was in the back seat and said there was smoke coming from the back seat and the fuse box nearly caught on fire. After reading online I am appalled that this has not been recalled yet. There was 0 warning, no lights on dash, I did not file a police report or do anything with my insurance as there was no accident. Just a car bomb manufactured by gm.

Failed fuel pump relay and melted fuse block. Car would not start in garage. Knew this vehicle is known to have this issue and when investigating the failure to start the first thing I checked was the fuel pump relay and fuse block and sure enough that was the issue. Common issue that Buick never addressed adequately.

Vehicle was no start. Dealer found fuel pump relay bad on 10/05/201. Next time using vehicle same problem. On 10/20/2021 dealer service department diagnosed bad fuse box. The fuse box is located under the rear passenger seat. It was extremely hot and melting. Fortunately no fire, this time.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that on multiple occasions the vehicle would not immediately start-up. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump relay was faulty and needed to be replaced. After replacing the fuel pump relay the failure was temporarily fixed before it recurring. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 79,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a burning plastic type odor and smoke was present coming from the rear seat area. Upon inspection it was discovered that the fuel pump relay had burned and was very hot to the touch. The contact indicated that the electrical fuse box was located under the driver side rear seat and had made contact with the fuel pump relay causing the failure. The failure was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving at an unknown rate of speed upon exiting a highway, the vehicle had shut off without warning. She was able to pull the vehicle over and restart the vehicle. As the contact's girlfriend proceeded to drive, she initially smelled smoke coming from the vehicle; she then saw a flame ignite from the bottom rear passenger seat. She stated that she was initially unable to unlock the doors or roll down the driver side window; after a second attempt, she was able to roll down the driver side window and exited the vehicle. A fellow motorist saw the situation and called the fire department. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed and no injuries were reported as a result of the fire. The vehicle was destroyed at the scene and was towed to an independent junk yard. The contact called penske Buick GMC(100 s museum rd, shillington, PA 19607) where he was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000. Jo.

Going down highway 70 mph straightaway car stalled able to get to side of highway pulled off seat found fuse box temp hot when cooled down noticed fuel relay switch burnt out. Common problem with car due to engineering of seat brackets hitting fuse box and damaging it. This is the second time in 5 years fuse box has been replaced by certified dealership. Obviously problem is with the engineering of seat bracket but apparently dealer does not take me seriously and did not trim seat clips per my specific request bc there is only a bulletin from gm 15-na-051 not a recall. Several complaints have been made and must be common enough for a bulletin luckily no one was tailgating or this could have been a very serious accident.

A piece to the fuse box under back seat has melted inside of the fuse box, which has caused the car not to start. The vehicle is now in front of my home, sitting. Buick has no recall but yet this keeps happening.

When driving the car died and would not start. The fuel pump relay had burned up and so we changed the relay, but that did not fix the problem so we went ahead and changed the fuel pump; this did not fix the problem. The fuel pump relay switch is still getting red hot and not sure at this time what is causing the issue. Having it looked into further. I am not sure if there is a recall on this issue or not but have seen quite a few people having this same issue,.

Rec- battery drain no start condition or a stall may melt or overheat. I reveived letter on 1/2019 however experienced this issue in July 2018 had to have car towed mechanic rep;aced bettery. Tk to dealership they experienced the same and draining battery. Sent invoice to Buick for reimbursement of battery that was still in warranty and towing refused to reimburse this should be a recall several complaints and a safety issue. Vehicle was stationary in parking lot could have been worse.

Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that when attempting to start the vehicle seized. No lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a independent machine where it was diagnosed that the electrical fuses box failed and needed to be repaired. The dealer musson patout automotive 214 w. Hwy 90 frontage rd. , new iberia, la 70560 (337)-223-6923 was contacted. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacture was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000. Ck.

Vehicle stalls out without warning. Unable to start. Burning smell under rear seat (driver side). Service bulletin issued by gm #15-na-051 (July 26, 2016). Design defect causing no start/stalling condition because rear seat bottom bracket pressing on fuel pump relay causing fuel pump relay to short out (burn out). This is a safety issue which could cause serious injury or death by causing an accident when car stalls out without warning. Gm refuses to issue recall. Gm says to take vehicle to local dealer and have repair/modification done at owners expense.

Car was fine 1 day next day would not start. Had it towed mechanic replaced fuel pump and relay. Next day I'm driving going down hill and it looses all power and won't start. Had it towed again. Mechanic replaced relay. Picked car up and drove it for about 2 hours and relay burned out in middle of intersection. Walked to parts store and bought relay. Replaced and drove home. Next day going to work and relay burns out again. It is super hot and melts plastic around the hole in fuse box where the prong goes in. Have replaced it several more times and I am now taking it back to mechanic before it catches on fire or gets me killed driving down the road. This is a major problem with the Buick Lucerne. I once trusted this vehicle. Please please please recall and fix this problem. Stranded every time I leave the house.

I own a 2009 Buick Lucerne that I attempted to start the vehicle on random occassions. On another occasion the vehicle stalled on highway 49 in the middle of traffic. It fails to start, some relays are hot even when the car is off, fuel relay has been replace 4 times and it gets extra hot and will almost burn your hand, the fuse box is melted partly and has a burning smell. The fuel pump voltage was checked and is good. On the last try to crack now the driver door windo and door lock is not working. There is no corrison under the fuse box. Buick does not have a recall out on the fuse box or relay. The vehicle had to be towed 25 miles. This is a safety hazard. I have a disabled daughter who is transported in my car and I worry about the safety of this vehicle. Buick is aware of this issue with this particular car. The bucik forum and NHTSA websites both have complaints about this issue. The manufacture has been notified. It will take accidents, injury, or deaths for this issue to be resovled it seems. As Buick and dealers continue to sell these cars many peoples lives are I jeopardy. I have reviewed pages on complaints and again Buick is aware of these issues.

Crank, but no start. Fuel pump relay pin melted into fuse block (under rear seat). Replaced fuel pump relay, with same result: no start melted the 4th pin in relay and plastic on fuel block creating an obvious fire hazard, that close to the fuel tank, under rear seat.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to patriot auto sales (12100 lorain Ave, cleveland, OH 44111) where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump relay switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred a week later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they repaired the switch again. The failure recurred two days later and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer again. The dealer noticed that the fuse box and the relay switch were melted. The manufacturer was notified and could not determine the cause of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.

Car would turn over will not start. Mechanic said that fuse under seat over heated. Purchased with 95k 7 days ago. After researching this is aknow issue for this model. I have it towed to a dealer I see fuel pump may need to be replaced as well. Will it take a fire or a highway accident before Buick has to uwn up to this dangerous problem. I am sure you are aware of the problems with this model. Car was staitionary but what can prevent this happening to the owners drivng in motion.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to operate. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump and fuse bock needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel relay fuse melted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired on three separate occasions, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 119,000. The VIN was not available.

While driving in pouring rain, engine stopped running. No power steering or brakes. I was just beginning to park my car in a parking stall between two other cars. Thank god I wasn't traveling fast and was able to avoid hitting another vehicle. I come to find out that my fuse block melted. Buick/gm technical service bulletin TSB title: 15-na-051 no start condition- seat bracket contacting rear electrical center (rec) - (Nov 5, 2015) cost me $477. 39 to repair. Unbelievable that there was not a recall done on this problem.

Fuel pump relay being burned or melted by shortage in fuse box.

Power distribution/fuse block under back seat shorted and got hot enough to melt wires. Visible signs of heat and smoke on the unit and plugs. Pictures attached I can fwd my letter to Buick if needed.

The fuel pump relay overheated and melted in the fuse box. I smelled the burning in the car. I had to have the fuel pump, relay and fuse box replaced. The mechanic told me that the fuse box could have started a fire and he has never seen this happen, let alone in a vehicle with such low mileage. He told me to google the problem with my car because hundreds of other car owners have had the same problem. Sure enough I did just that and I saw hundreds of people with the same complaint about this model car. Gm needs to be held accountable. Are they waiting until somebody dies first before they acknowledge the problem of the fuel pump relay and the fuse box?.

My 2009 Buick Lucerne that I use in my daily commute to work did not give me any issues until that Friday,10/23/2015. I tried to start my vehicle that morning and it seem as if it was not getting any fuel. Had the vehicle tolled after contacting my extended warranty company. Monday I received a call from the dealership that the problem was diagnosis as the fuel pump relay has not only overheated but has melted the fuse box. My concerns are that this could have occurred while I was driving, also this seems to be a known but not publicized issue by both the manufacturer and the insurance company. Too many identical incidents have occurred and has been reported, yet no one has received any reported action to correct this dangerous problem. It does not take a mechanical expert to know that a device that can cause fire to something associated with the fuel system is a matter of great concern. Hopefully this problem will be taken seriously before something fatal happens.

Car cranked but would not start, checked every thing out found fuel pump fuse burnt removed fuse found fuse block burnt, fuse looked like it had been on fire at one time. I live in the country with nothing but curvey roads if that fuse would have gone out when I was driving I would had run off road and hit a tree killing me or my passigers, jesse sharp 718 elmgrove church rd. Richland missouri 65556.

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that there was an internal failure with the fuses and that the fuse box burned. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times. The vehicle was towed to the contact residence due to the failure. The contact replaced the fuel pump relay, fuse box and fuses. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

Fuse box under rear seat burned leaving car unable to run, leaving us stranded in humid 90 degree temperature. Car towed, repaired costing nearly $800.

After returning from a two hour trip I parked my car at home. The next day I tried to start my car and it would only turn over. A mechanic found the fuel pump defective, fuel pump relay burnt and the power panel burnt as well.