KnownCarProblems2005 Buick Lesabre Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 77 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Buick Lesabre, most often about the electrical (33% of complaints, typically around 53,500 miles). It is 6th of 7 Lesabre model years by number of complaints.
Complaints77
Recalls0
Crashes reported6
Fires reported3
Injuries reported5
Most common 2005 Buick Lesabre problems
Electrical
25 complaints · 33%Half of these problems showed up before 53,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel, horn, 12v/24v/48v battery.
Tl contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that the speedometer did not always display the proper speed while driving. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that he should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer since this was a known failure.…
The speedometer in my 2005 Buick le sabre intermittently read false speed readings for 2000 miles after 55,000 miles of use. It failed completely at 57,000 miles and does not register speed at all and is flat-lined on 0.
Brakes
9 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 33,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, pedals and linkages.
The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the brake light warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the mechanic stated that the master cylinder had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that after releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without any warning. The contact stated that as a result of the failure she crashed into another vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were made aware of the problem. There were no…
Transmission
8 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 48,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
Tl contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. While driving 30 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the engine compartment. The engine then stopped running. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle and placed the gears in the correct position, but the vehicle would not move. The vehicle was towed to a shop and…
Took vehicle with 55,100 miles to the authorized gm dealer after shuttering and barely beginning to move while driving in traffic. The authorized gm dealer stated "inspected, no codes in system, erratic shift points, delay shift thru 1st and 2nd gear, no 3rd gear, goes to 4th gear. Recommends srta trans (3yr/100,000…
Wheels and tires
6 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: tread/belt, hub.
Left rear tire lost all tread and did several thousands of dollars damage. Thank goodness no injury occured. The tires were general tires. This is the third time I have had problems with general tires. They are quite unsafe. Back bumper had to be replaced as well as wiring loom and wheel well. This was on 2005 Buick…
Bridgestone insignia se200/p215/70r/15 originally bought 4 of these at firestone have had 2 replaced and yesterday 2 more and firestone said they don't make insignias anymore.....?? Wonder why because they are defective!!!!!! Had 7/32 tread left on them and worst was 6/32 and had 30,000 miles on them and rotated every…
Engine
6 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 59,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. While driving 60 MPH on the freeway, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact attempted to depress the accelerator pedal, which failed to engage and caused the vehicle to decelerate. The contact managed to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic who…
The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle began to exhibit hesitation and a severe vibration. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the motor mount and gasket were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate…
Suspension
5 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 44,000 miles. Parts named most often: front.
Passenger side outer tie rod premature bushing joint failure. Excessive wear made it difficult to maintain straight line control of vehicle. Vehicle would wonder back and forth badly, and turns were delayed as a result of the premature wear in the tie rod joint. Mileage when diagnosed, 49505 on july 6,2010. Mileage at…
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…
Fuel system
5 complaints · 7%The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated the fuel gauge would inaccurately show that the fuel tank was full at all times. After he would refuel, the fuel gauge would not move. The manufacturer was contacted who referred the contact to a local dealer for repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
The first incident was around 40,000 miles. The gas gauge would not work, after filling it up the gauge would "stick" or the hand would drop down to the thermostat needle. Very erratic. Carried it to the dealer and naturally, everything appeared to be working. 52,000 miles and the gauge is dead - of course the…
Lights
5 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 130,000 miles.
My headlights would not come on or would go off intermittently while driving . I had to drive with the high beams on. A preliminary recall notice came to me telling me to drive with the high beams on, until they figured out the issue. After about 6 to 9 months they issued a recall. They indicated it was a "module", I…
The contact owns a 2005 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that while exiting a parking space, the accelerator pedal became extremely resistant and the contact experienced difficulty in depressing the accelerator. In addition, the contact stated that the interior lights would sporadically flicker on and off while…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Buick Lesabre recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2005 Buick Lesabre
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Buick Lesabre?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (25 complaints, typically around 53,500 miles); brakes (9 complaints, typically around 33,000 miles); transmission (8 complaints, typically around 48,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Buick Lesabre have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Buick Lesabre. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Buick Lesabre?
- It is 6th of 7 Lesabre model years by number of complaints, with 77 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.