2012 Buick LaCrosse
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Buick LaCrosse is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 249 on record.
2012 Buick LaCrosse at a glance
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2012 Buick LaCrosse recalls 5
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenl…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006…
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.
Fix: GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136.
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK LACROSSE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 9, 2011, THROUGH JULY 2, 2011, FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 126, "ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS (ESC)." THE STABILITRAK SYSTEM HAS AN INCORRECT CALIBRATION THAT MAY CAUSE THE SYSTEM TO NOT PROPERLY DETECT IF A SENSOR WERE TO MALFUNCTION, AND THE WARNING L…
Fix: GM DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wiscons…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021. A third notification was mailed on August 19, 201. Owners m…
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wiscons…
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N2123466…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2012 Buick LaCrosse common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Buick LaCrosse safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Buick Lacrosse 4 DR AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2012 Buick LaCrosse MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2012 Buick LaCrosse worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($15,504) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,820), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 Buick LaCrosse trims & engines on record
2012 Buick LaCrosse vehicles on record
2012 Buick LaCrosse Touring Group1G4GJ5G39CF140103
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5ER9CF350375
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium III Group1G4GH5E31CF107174
2012 Buick LaCrosse Leather Group1G4GC5E30CF207894
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium II Group1G4GF5G34CF159885
2012 Buick LaCrosse Leather Group1G4GC5E35CF114031
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5ER2CF165276
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium II Group1G4GF5E32CF151948
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium III Group1G4GH5E34CF172116
2012 Buick LaCrosse Leather Group1G4GC5E37CF111535
2012 Buick LaCrosse Leather Group1G4GC5E38CF207495
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5ER6CF231621
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5E36CF366559
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5ERXCF156826
2012 Buick LaCrosse Convenience Group1G4GB5E3XCF185017
2012 Buick LaCrosse Base1G4GA5ER5CF242957
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium II Group1G4GF5E32CF310449
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5E30CF165000
2012 Buick LaCrosse Convenience Group1G4GB5E31CF301995
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium II Group1G4GG5G33CF222312
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5E32CF145783
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5G34CF108179
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group1G4GD5E31CF355002
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2012 Buick LaCrosse — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Buick LaCrosse have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2012 Buick LaCrosse. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Buick LaCrosse?
Based on 199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, steering, vehicle speed control.
What is the 2012 Buick LaCrosse safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 Buick LaCrosse an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Buick LaCrosse get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Buick LaCrosse at about 21 mpg combined (17 city / 27 highway).
How much is a 2012 Buick LaCrosse worth?
Comparable 2012 Buick LaCrosse listings run roughly $11,100–$19,400, typically around $15,504 (from 246 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.