Buick LaCrosse First generation - Facelift (2008 - 2009)

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First generation - Facelift of Buick LaCrosse has been in production since 2008 by 2009.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms.
Buick LaCrosse First generation - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Body style | Sedan |
Length | 198.10 in |
Width | 73.00 in |
Height | 57.40 in |
Wheelbase | 110.50 in |
Curb weight | 3495 - 3770 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 55.30 in |
Rear hip room | 54.60 in |
Front Headroom | 39.40 in |
Rear Headroom | 37.20 in |
Front shoulder room | 57.20 in |
Rear shoulder room | 57.00 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 17.00 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 16 - 17/24 - 28 |
Towing capacity | 1000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6.1 - 8.3 sec |
¼ mile time | 14.8 - 16.2 sec |
Buick LaCrosse Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Buick LaCrosse First generation - Facelift production period from 2008 to 2009 drivers have reported 332 complaints. The most common problems are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, AIR BAGS.
Model Year | Complaints |
2009 LaCrosse |
101
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2008 LaCrosse |
231
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM i have only had this car 5 months and i bought it at 55k miles. while driving on the highway... |
99
~ 50239 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING i have only had this car 5 months and i bought it at 55k miles. while driving on the highway... |
97
~ 48209 miles |
AIR BAGS 2009 buick lacrosse. consumer states problems with vehicle air bags. consumer states it would show air bags off about once |
92
~ 42371 miles |
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that the headlights failed and the check engine warning... |
21
~ 61958 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL this is the third time within a 2 month time frame that i have been having a "service traction system"... |
17
~ 55414 miles |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. while the vehicle was stationary the rear door lock actuator and motor... |
15
~ 57897 miles |
STEERING left home for local restaurant about 7:am on may 8. traveling down hwy 2 lane must have dropped wheel off... |
14
~ 65529 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds the brake pedal... |
12
~ 67897 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER multiple times since purchase air bag indicator has either blinked has been constantly on or hasn't been on at all.... |
10
~ 38196 miles |
SEATS abs stability tracking lights come on car dies no power steering or brakes seems like a safety issue driving a... |
8
~ 57649 miles |
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2009 buick lacrosse. consumer writes in regards to a defective airbag *tgw the consumer stated when a person was seated... |
8
~ 7812 miles |
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that it was difficult to shift the vehicle from... |
8
~ 41897 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL abs stablility traction lights come on and the car dies i have no power steering or breaking power and my... |
6
~ 75858 miles |
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that the headlights suddenly became inoperable. the vehicle was... |
5
~ 67600 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM this has happened numerous times. the first time the check engine light came on i don't recall the message i... |
4
~ 85308 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i had completely stopped my vehicle in a parking area at a condominium complex where i was delivering a meal... |
4
~ 4925 miles |
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number:14v755000 (exterior lighting) however the... |
3
~ 31333 miles |
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that the driver side door failed to open from... |
3
~ 61224 miles |
SEAT BELTS air bag passenger seat light shows off even with a passenger seated. passenger is well above 80lbs. indicator light on |
3
~ 58000 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE the fuel level sensor located in the gas tank has failed three times in the past three years. each time... |
3
~ 37715 miles |
WHEELS the vehicle start making a funny noise and it kept getting louder and louder then all of a sudden it... |
2
~ 54700 miles |
REAR > SUSPENSION struts went bad at 45 000 miles after regular car usage and ruined my two back tires. *tr... |
2
~ 60625 miles |
SUSPENSION replaced power steering rack and pinion 2 times replaced frame bushing replaced stabilizer shaft link replaced worn front sway bar |
2
~ 28930 miles |
EQUIPMENT remote remote starter (rke) fob for car stopped working properly. replaced batteries even though dic did not show batteries needed... |
2
~ 46383 miles |
STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. while the vehicle was stationary the rear door lock actuator and motor... |
1
~ 60000 miles |
SEAT HEATER/COOLER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. while driving at approximately 55 mph and activating the seat heater the... |
1
~ 47000 miles |
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 2008 buick lacrosse. consumer writes in regards to vehicle faulty door locks and remote key malfunction. *smd the consumer stated... |
1
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VISIBILITY/WIPER tl* the contact owns a 2008 buick lacrosse. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v755000 (visibility) however the... |
1
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OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT we have had the vehicle since 10/16/2012 and recently noticed the reflection in a store front glass the left headlight... |
1
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TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM this is the third time within a 2 month time frame that i have been having a "service traction system"... |
1
~ 70144 miles |
RACK AND PINION > STEERING tl* the contact owns a 2008 buick lacrosse. while driving approximately 45 mph the front end of the vehicle shook... |
1
~ 100000 miles |
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2009 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds the brake pedal... |
1
~ 44000 miles |
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY the power door locks do not work either with door switches or the remote fab. only way to lock or... |
1
~ 88882 miles |
VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns 2008 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that while the brakes were depressed the vehicle made a... |
1
~ 20000 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2008 buick lacrosse. the contact stated that the vehicle was not equipped with a manual... |
1
~ 500 miles |
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING purchased a 2009 buick lacrosse in feb 09 for my wife - at various times about 6 events have happened... |
1
~ 4600 miles |
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS i have a 2008 buick lacrosse cxl which i purchased 04/29/2008. at about 3 000 miles i noticed the passenger... |
1
~ 3000 miles |
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS tl*the contact owns a 2008 buick lacrosse. the passenger side air bag has an indicator light that is either off... |
1
~ 12 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Buick LaCrosse and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Buick LaCrosse to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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All-Fit Automotive 3.5 Inch Universal Bu...
- ✔️ Protect your bumper from scrapes; OEM grade lip is made in the USA and does not rip or tear
- ✔️ The strongest bumper lip you can buy; Heavy duty material offers excellent protection
- ✔️...
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
- [Material] -...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
- ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
- ✔...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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BDK (4-Pack) Premium 16" Wheel Rim Cover...
- Please Ensure to Check your Tire/Wheel Size Before Purchase! Designed for (P16) 16” Stock Steel Wheels and will not fit over alloy wheels
- Designed from OEM Replica Style Wheels– For Replacement with Fast & Easy...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
Coilovers
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK
- Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
- 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
- Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
- Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
- Fits Conical...
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Motor Trend 923-BG Beige FlexTough Conto...
- Flex Tough - Our Advanced Performance Rubber Polymers are Tested for Extreme Conditions to Ensure they Don't Crack, Split or Deform.
- No-Slip Grip - Rubberized Nibs on the Bottom so the Mat Does not Move...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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4PCS Car Door Handle Sticker, Carbon Fib...
- 【Style and Protection】: The car door handle cup can get easily scratched by fingernails, rings or keys. The accumulation of scratches will make your car look dull and old. In addition, our car door handle...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...

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