Model year guide

1999 Buick LeSabre

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Buick LeSabre is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 18 on record.

1999 Buick LeSabre — representative photo
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1999 Buick LeSabre at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints224
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$1,285

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

1999 Buick LeSabre recalls 2

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #99V089000 · 26/04/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4T65E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE." A RETAINING CLIP, WHICH SECURES THE MANUAL VALVE TO THE LINKAGE OF THE TRANSMISSION DETENT LEVER, CAN BECOME LOOSE UNDER A COMBINATION OF POSSIBLE DRIVER SHIFTING MANEUVERS AND ALLOW THE LINK TO BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE M…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE/LINK ASSEMBLY WITH A REPLACEMENT MANUAL VALVE/LINK KIT, FEATURING A SPRING-TYPE FASTENER.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery NHTSA Campaign #04V090000 · 24/02/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-6…

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.

1999 Buick LeSabre common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 224 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
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.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

1999 Buick LeSabre MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,950

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1999 Buick LeSabre worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$1,285
High
$2,100

From 13 comparable 1999 Buick LeSabre listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Buick LeSabre costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$750
Total$15,500
Per mile$0.21

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 ($1,285) with the same model 4 model-years older ($700), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Buick LeSabre trims & engines on record

Trims
Custom · Limited
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

1999 Buick LeSabre vehicles on record

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Other Buick LeSabre model years

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1999 Buick LeSabre — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Buick LeSabre have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1999 Buick LeSabre. 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 1999 Buick LeSabre?

Based on 224 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Buick LeSabre get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Buick LeSabre at about 21 mpg combined (17 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 1999 Buick LeSabre worth?

Comparable 1999 Buick LeSabre listings run roughly $500–$2,100, typically around $1,285 (from 13 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.