Door lock mechanism sticks
Door lock mechanism sticks
Check engine light: Off
Door lock mechanism sticks. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 317 owner reports on file.
PROBLEM GUIDE
2006–2009 Buick LaCrosse Common Problems
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated April 2026
250
complaints filed across the 2007–2008 model years
2006–2009
Model years affected
Quick Scan: 10 Issues
Click a problem for the full write-up — symptoms, what we found, and typical repair costs where we have them.
PROBLEM
SYMPTOMS
- SYMPTOMS
Door lock mechanism sticks - SYMPTOMS
Clunk noise from the upper intermediate steering shaft - SYMPTOMS
Check engine light from a gas cap issue - SYMPTOMS
Power steering hose leaks under high pressure - SYMPTOMS
Check engine light with a cluster of related powertrain diagnostic codes (P0011/P0014/P0021/P0024/P0341/P0346/P0336/P0391) - SYMPTOMS
Rear wheel bearing fails repeatedly, requiring multiple replacements under warranty - SYMPTOMS
Infotainment screen goes black, with a blurry or incorrectly-displayed backup camera image - SYMPTOMS
Passenger seat belt alarm triggers randomly despite an empty seat - SYMPTOMS
Power steering fails, with a dealer estimate around $3,700 for an electrical steering column issue - SYMPTOMS
Trouble filling the gas tank accompanied by a check engine light
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Steering clunk from upper intermediate steering shaft
Clunk noise from the upper intermediate steering shaft
Check engine light: Off
Clunk noise from the upper intermediate steering shaft. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 113 owner reports on file.
Check engine light due to gas cap issue
Check engine light from a gas cap issue
Check engine light: On
Check engine light from a gas cap issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 112 owner reports on file.
High pressure power steering hose leak
Power steering hose leaks under high pressure
Check engine light: Off
Power steering hose leaks under high pressure. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 81 owner reports on file.
Check engine light with a cluster of powertrain codes
Check engine light with a cluster of related powertrain diagnostic codes (P0011/P0014/P0021/P0024/P0341/P0346/P0336/P0391)
Check engine light: On
Check engine light with a cluster of related powertrain diagnostic codes (P0011/P0014/P0021/P0024/P0341/P0346/P0336/P0391). This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 52 owner reports on file.
Recurring rear wheel bearing failures, multiple replacements under warranty
Rear wheel bearing fails repeatedly, requiring multiple replacements under warranty
Check engine light: Off
Rear wheel bearing fails repeatedly, requiring multiple replacements under warranty. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 39 owner reports on file.
Infotainment screen goes black, backup camera blurry or incorrect
Infotainment screen goes black, with a blurry or incorrectly-displayed backup camera image
Check engine light: Off
Infotainment screen goes black, with a blurry or incorrectly-displayed backup camera image. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 25 owner reports on file.
Passenger seat belt alarm triggers randomly with no occupant
Passenger seat belt alarm triggers randomly despite an empty seat
Check engine light: Off
Passenger seat belt alarm triggers randomly despite an empty seat. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 14 owner reports on file.
Power steering failure tied to an electrical column issue
Power steering fails, with a dealer estimate around $3,700 for an electrical steering column issue
Check engine light: Off
Power steering fails, with a dealer estimate around $3,700 for an electrical steering column issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 12 owner reports on file.
Check engine light and trouble filling the gas tank
Trouble filling the gas tank accompanied by a check engine light
Check engine light: On
Trouble filling the gas tank accompanied by a check engine light. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 12 owner reports on file.
This generation has a confirmed Headlamp Driver Module failure recall (Safety Recall #14291, Campaigns 15V519000 / 14V755000) — both headlights can suddenly go out while driving at night. One NHTSA complaint notes the dealer identified the defective module but reportedly refused warranty coverage in that specific case, despite the issue being tied to a recall. There is also a confirmed airbag warning light / non-functional airbag system issue (Campaign 14V355000) — one owner describes it as "when the air bag light is on, there is no air bags that work," affecting multiple owners. Separately, NHTSA data shows a recurring engine stalling pattern (including one report of the engine seizing at 25 mph) — this is not independently confirmed and is not listed as a routine repair below. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
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Repair-shop data was not available for this vehicle, so everything below comes from NHTSA complaint data only. A stalling pattern shows up repeatedly in those complaints, but there is no cost, parts, or frequency data to confirm how common it is, so it is not listed as a routine repair below.