Model year guide

2009 Buick Lucerne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Buick Lucerne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 35 on record.

2009 Buick Lucerne — representative photo
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2009 Buick Lucerne at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints128
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$7,538

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

2009 Buick Lucerne recalls 2

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #14V355000 · 23/06/2014

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 200…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadi…

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #10V240000 · 04/06/2010

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS …

Fix: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OW…

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.

2009 Buick Lucerne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 128 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 System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2009 Buick Lucerne MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,150

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

What's a 2009 Buick Lucerne worth?

Low
$4,400
Typical price
$7,538
High
$9,700

From 35 comparable 2009 Buick Lucerne listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Buick Lucerne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,800
Total$20,550
Per mile$0.27

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 ($7,538) with the same model 3 model-years older ($4,655), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Buick Lucerne trims & engines on record

Trims
CXL · CX · Super
Engines
3.9L 6-cyl · 4.6L 8-cyl

2009 Buick Lucerne vehicles on record

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Other Buick Lucerne model years

2011 2010 2008 2007 2006

2009 Buick Lucerne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Buick Lucerne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 Buick Lucerne. 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 2009 Buick Lucerne?

Based on 128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel system, gasoline.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Buick Lucerne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Buick Lucerne at about 20 mpg combined (16 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2009 Buick Lucerne worth?

Comparable 2009 Buick Lucerne listings run roughly $4,400–$9,700, typically around $7,538 (from 35 vehicles).

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