2008 Buick Lucerne CXL
1G4HD57238U164242
Vehicle history report for the 2008 Buick Lucerne CXL (VIN 1G4HD57238U164242). Black. 175,464 mi reported. Registered in Pa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2008 Buick Lucerne worth?
What comparable 2008 Buick Lucerne vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 Buick Lucerne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 1G4HD57238U164242
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2008 Buick Lucerne.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 217 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Buick Lucerne, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔥 4 involved a fire
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 217
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Buick Lucerne.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
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…
NHTSA ODI #11677193ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
I purchased the vehicle a week before the incident. There were no warning lights or messages and nothing to indicate there was a problem. I was driving in a crowded parking lot so I was going very slow. When I turned my car suddenly died. My husband was passenger and my daughter and 2 sons were in the back. Smoke started coming from the seat and we all rushe…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11668301ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel pump relay and fuse had melted, and the fuse box located underneath the rear seat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notif…
NHTSA ODI #11657304ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuse box (rear) 2008 Buick Lucerne CXL. FUEL PUMP Relay burns fuses out quickly. The fuse box located under the back seat has been having issues of burning where the fuel pump relay is located. It then in turn shorts out the fuse box which keeps needing to be replaced. This is a safety issue as it catches fire under the back seat. Fuse box has been replace…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11613680ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
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 driv…
NHTSA ODI #11600153UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Electrical Relay/Fuse box in the back under the driver's side passenger seat. we thought at first it was the battery. We replaced the battery the connections. The car sometimes starts sometimes doesn't. We've messed with the relays pulling them out and back in and it trys to turn over clicks and doesn't but has full power to the car there is also signs of ex…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11597293ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that immediately after his wife had started the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently lost power and was unable to be restarted. After a visual inspection of the battery compartment, the contact observed that the fuse relay showed signs of an electrical fire. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehic…
NHTSA ODI #11592866ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle shuts off due to fuel pump relay connection problem which is due to the back seat rubbing against the fuse box
NHTSA ODI #11581339+ 209 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is the VIN 1G4HD57238U164242 valid?
1G4HD57238U164242 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Does the 2008 Buick Lucerne have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2008 Buick Lucerne. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2008 Buick Lucerne?
Comparable 2008 Buick Lucerne listings run roughly $3,800–$9,500, typically around $7,041 (from 117 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2008 Buick Lucerne get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Buick Lucerne at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).
Data last checked 27 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.