Buick LeSabre: Known Issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 107 |
|---|---|
| model years | 1990–2005 (16) |
| data through | 2026-10-12 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000 · 1999 · 1998 · 1997 · 1996 · 1995 · 1994 · 1993 · 1992 · 1991 · 1990
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-instrument-cluster-gauge-failure | Instrument cluster gauge and speedometer failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 | 2005-02 → 2025-10 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-automatic-transmission-shift-failure | Automatic transmission shift and shudder failure | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2005-07 → 2012-11 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-front-end-vibration-steering | Front-end vibration and steering component wear | SUSPENSION | 7 | 2005-05 → 2010-07 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-headlight-loss-while-driving | Headlight loss while driving | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 | 2014-05 → 2020-02 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-tire-tread-separation | Tire tread separation and sidewall bulge | TIRES | 4 | 2005-09 → 2014-12 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-brake-line-and-pedal-failure | Brake line corrosion and brake pedal failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 8 | 2005-04 → 2014-07 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-vehicle-stall-without-warning | Vehicle stall without warning while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2012-08 → 2021-01 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | lesabre-2005-electrical-fire-battery-failure | Electrical fire and battery failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2009-01 → 2015-11 | 77 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2004 | lesabre-2004-instrument-cluster-failure | Speedometer and gauge malfunction | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 51 | 2005-08 → 2017-03 | 162 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | lesabre-2004-hard-shifting-transmission | Hard shifting and transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2010-07 → 2022-11 | 162 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | lesabre-2004-dashboard-separation | Dashboard pad separating and lifting | STRUCTURE | 23 | 2008-03 → 2017-07 | 162 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | lesabre-2004-seat-heater-burn | Heated seat overheating and burning | SEATS | 4 | 2011-03 → 2015-09 | 162 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | lesabre-2004-brake-pedal-line-failure | Brake pedal and brake line failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 3 | 2005-09 → 2021-06 | 162 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-dash-pad-separation | Dashboard pad separation near windshield | STRUCTURE | 59 | 2010-11 → 2019-04 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-transmission-shudder | Automatic transmission shudder and slipping | POWER TRAIN | 12 | 2004-05 → 2025-05 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-brake-pedal-failure | Brake pedal and hydraulic brake system failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 11 | 2003-08 → 2014-10 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-power-window-failure | Power window regulator failure | VISIBILITY | 8 | 2007-04 → 2014-09 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-intake-manifold-leak | Engine gasket coolant and oil leak | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 13 | 2003-09 → 2021-05 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-airbag-nondeployment | Air bag non-deployment and warning light | AIR BAGS | 6 | 2003-12 → 2015-06 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2003 | lesabre-2003-electrical-stall | Electrical system stalling and no-start | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2007-06 → 2018-03 | 167 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-window-regulator | Power window regulator failure, window drops into door | VISIBILITY | 83 | 2007-02 → 2018-08 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-dash-pad-separation | Padded dashboard separation from windshield base | STRUCTURE | 42 | 2008-07 → 2016-09 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-tire-separation | Tire tread and sidewall separation | TIRES | 4 | 2007-02 → 2016-09 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-oil-leak-manifold | Engine oil leak at valve cover and manifold gaskets | ENGINE | 7 | 2007-02 → 2021-01 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-engine-fire | Engine compartment fire and smoke | ENGINE | 8 | 2010-05 → 2018-12 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-air-bag-warning-light | Air bag warning light illuminated | AIR BAGS | 6 | 2009-07 → 2017-03 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-unintended-acceleration | Accelerator pedal sticking and unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 9 | 2010-04 → 2020-08 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | lesabre-2002-engine-stalling | Engine stalling while driving | ENGINE | 7 | 2007-10 → 2015-10 | 322 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2001 | lesabre-2001-power-window-regulator | Power window regulator failure | VISIBILITY | 78 | 2006-04 → 2017-01 | 340 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | lesabre-2001-dashboard-separation | Dashboard pad separation and buckling | STRUCTURE | 51 | 2006-07 → 2016-04 | 340 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | lesabre-2001-engine-fire-oil-leak | Engine compartment fire and oil or fuel leaks | ENGINE | 21 | 2009-05 → 2022-02 | 340 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | lesabre-2001-air-bag-warning-deployment | Air bag warning light and deployment events | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2009-04 → 2016-12 | 340 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2001 | lesabre-2001-engine-stalling | Engine stalling and shutoff while driving | ENGINE | 8 | 2006-04 → 2015-11 | 340 | 2026-10-05 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-power-window-regulator | Power window regulator failure | VISIBILITY | 87 | 2007-08 → 2014-08 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-fuel-gauge-erratic | Erratic fuel gauge reading | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 | 2010-05 → 2016-12 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-dash-pad-separation | Dash pad separation from dashboard | STRUCTURE | 16 | 2011-05 → 2016-12 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-brake-line-corrosion | Brake line corrosion and fluid loss | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 7 | 2007-10 → 2020-11 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-underhood-fire-manifold | Engine compartment fire and intake manifold failure | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 8 | 2008-03 → 2026-08 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-engine-stall-while-driving | Engine stalling while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2009-12 → 2018-07 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 2000 | lesabre-2000-throttle-unintended-accel | Throttle sticking and unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 2008-04 → 2025-12 | 699 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-brake-line-corrosion | Rusted brake line leaks and failures | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 8 | 2004-09 → 2017-05 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-intake-manifold-coolant | Intake manifold coolant leak into engine | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 31 | 2001-12 → 2014-12 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-engine-stalling | Engine stalling while driving | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 21 | 2000-02 → 2014-09 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-fuel-pressure-regulator | Fuel pressure regulator leak and recall | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 12 | 2002-02 → 2005-06 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-power-steering-pump-bolts | Power steering pump mounting bolts failure | STEERING | 5 | 2003-05 → 2007-10 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-ignition-switch-security | Ignition switch and anti-theft wiring faults | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2004-03 → 2015-05 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-airbag-uncommanded-deploy | Air bag deployment or horn sounding without a crash | AIR BAGS | 6 | 2002-08 → 2018-02 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1999 | lesabre-1999-airbag-no-deploy | Air bags not deploying in a collision | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2000-02 → 2001-07 | 224 | 2026-10-06 |
| 1998 | lesabre-1998-subframe-cradle-corrosion | Subframe and engine cradle bushing corrosion | SUSPENSION | 7 | 2010-09 → 2018-08 | 454 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | lesabre-1998-brake-line-cylinder-leaks | Brake line corrosion and wheel cylinder leaks | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 8 | 2004-04 → 2018-08 | 454 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | lesabre-1998-fuel-line-tank-leak | Fuel line and fuel sender corrosion gasoline leak | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 | 2005-06 → 2013-07 | 454 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | lesabre-1998-intake-manifold-coolant-leak | Plastic upper intake manifold coolant leak into engine | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 81 | 2003-10 → 2012-10 | 454 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | lesabre-1998-fuel-pressure-regulator-recall | Fuel pressure regulator recall 04V090 repairs and backfire | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 42 | 2003-12 → 2023-06 | 454 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1998 | lesabre-1998-engine-stall-while-driving | Engine stalling while driving | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 18 | 2003-10 → 2016-02 | 454 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-intake-manifold-coolant-leak | Upper intake manifold and gasket coolant leak | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 46 | 2002-01 → 2017-07 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-fuel-odor-leak | Fuel odor and fuel leak | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 7 | 2003-04 → 2013-07 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-engine-cradle-steering-loss | Engine cradle mount failure with loss of steering | STRUCTURE | 8 | 2009-01 → 2019-10 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-transmission-surge-shift | Transmission surging, harsh shifting and gear loss | POWER TRAIN | 9 | 2001-07 → 2018-07 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-startup-backfire-explosion | Backfire or explosion during engine start | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 23 | 2001-09 → 2010-10 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-airbag-deployment | Air bag deployment and related injuries | AIR BAGS | 10 | 2002-09 → 2015-12 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1997 | lesabre-1997-horn-sounding | Horn sounding without driver input | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2004-11 → 2018-08 | 440 | 2026-10-07 |
| 1996 | lesabre-1996-upper-intake-manifold-crack | Upper intake manifold crack with coolant leak | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 14 | 1997-10 → 2016-02 | 111 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | lesabre-1996-engine-cradle-corrosion | Engine cradle corrosion with loss of steering | STRUCTURE | 6 | 2005-07 → 2011-08 | 111 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | lesabre-1996-transmission-loss-of-drive | Transmission failure with loss of drive | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 1997-06 → 2009-12 | 111 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | lesabre-1996-brake-line-corrosion | Corroded or damaged brake lines with fluid loss | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 6 | 1999-12 → 2009-03 | 111 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | lesabre-1996-airbag-unintended-deployment | Air bag deployment without collision | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2004-09 → 2019-04 | 111 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1996 | lesabre-1996-sudden-acceleration | Unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 | 1997-02 → 2005-03 | 111 | 2026-10-08 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-steering-cradle-bolts | Steering box and engine cradle bolt fracture | STEERING, STRUCTURE | 7 | 1995-09 → 2013-07 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-tire-tread-separation | Tire tread separation | TIRES | 7 | 1997-09 → 2008-09 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-airbag-spontaneous-deploy | Spontaneous airbag deployment without collision | AIR BAGS | 19 | 2002-07 → 2016-01 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-horn-airbag-module | Horn activation linked to airbag/horn module | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 17 | 1999-04 → 2003-01 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-airbag-non-deploy-crash | Airbag non-deployment during frontal collision | AIR BAGS | 6 | 1996-02 → 2001-02 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-engine-stall | Engine stall without warning while driving | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 10 | 1996-03 → 2016-04 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-abs-brake-failure | ABS and hydraulic brake system failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 19 | 1995-06 → 2004-11 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1995 | lesabre-1995-head-restraint-height | Head restraint height inadequate for tall occupants | SEATS | 7 | 1995-10 → 1997-02 | 204 | 2026-09-20 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-tire-tread-separation | Original-equipment tire tread separation | TIRES | 13 | 1996-10 → 2001-02 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-wheel-stud-lug-failure | Wheel stud and lug nut breakage | WHEELS | 4 | 1996-04 → 2002-09 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-engine-stall-power-loss | Engine stalling and loss of power while driving | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 22 | 1995-09 → 2014-01 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-abs-brake-failure | ABS warning light and anti-lock brake failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 21 | 1995-01 → 2001-06 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-airbag-non-deployment | Air bags not deploying in collisions | AIR BAGS | 11 | 1995-04 → 2004-09 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-airbag-burns-fire | Air bag deployment with burns or fire | AIR BAGS | 6 | 1995-08 → 2003-07 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1994 | lesabre-1994-sudden-acceleration | Unintended acceleration and surging | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 12 | 1995-06 → 2009-03 | 205 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-abs-warning-light | ABS warning light and inoperative anti-lock brake system | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 40 | 1996-04 → 2011-01 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-engine-cradle-mount | Engine cradle and motor mount failure with loss of steering | STRUCTURE | 4 | 1999-09 → 2008-07 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-brake-master-cylinder | Brake master cylinder leaks and failures | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 12 | 1996-06 → 2010-07 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-trans-cooler-line-fire | Transmission oil cooler line leaks and underhood fires | POWER TRAIN | 16 | 1996-04 → 2006-10 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-engine-stalling | Engine stalling and shutting off while driving | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 | 1996-08 → 2011-09 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-alternator-failure | Alternator failures | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 | 1996-08 → 2001-02 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1993 | lesabre-1993-unintended-acceleration | Sudden or unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 | 1997-01 → 1999-10 | 243 | 2026-10-09 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-brake-pedal-to-floor | Brake pedal to floor and loss of braking | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 16 | 1996-05 → 2001-01 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-parking-brake-hold | Parking brake does not hold vehicle | PARKING BRAKE | 10 | 1996-01 → 2007-03 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-abs-warning-light | ABS warning light illuminated or ABS not functioning | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 33 | 1996-08 → 2003-06 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-rear-brake-adjuster | Rear brake adjuster spring and wheel cylinder failures | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 10 | 1995-10 → 1998-01 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-trans-cooler-line | Transmission oil cooler line leak and fire | POWER TRAIN | 12 | 1995-09 → 2008-01 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-engine-stalling | Engine stalls while driving without warning | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 12 | 1996-06 → 2000-06 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1992 | lesabre-1992-airbag-no-deploy | Air bag did not deploy in collision | AIR BAGS | 6 | 1997-04 → 2003-10 | 224 | 2026-10-10 |
| 1991 | lesabre-1991-brake-pedal-loss | Brake pedal to floor and braking loss | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 6 | 1995-08 → 1998-04 | 42 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1991 | lesabre-1991-ignition-module-failure | Ignition module and coil failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 1996-02 → 2000-06 | 42 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1991 | lesabre-1991-seat-belt-issues | Seat belt latch and retraction issues | SEAT BELTS | 3 | 1995-05 → 2006-02 | 42 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1991 | lesabre-1991-stalling | Stalling while driving or stopping | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 1995-02 → 2000-06 | 42 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1991 | lesabre-1991-fuel-leak | Fuel tank and fuel leak | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 | 1996-07 → 2003-07 | 42 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1990 | lesabre-1990-sudden-acceleration | Sudden acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 1994-10 → 2003-05 | 60 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1990 | lesabre-1990-stalling-power-loss | Stalling and loss of power while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 | 1995-03 → 2004-08 | 60 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1990 | lesabre-1990-brake-failure | Hydraulic service brake failure | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 8 | 1995-07 → 2004-01 | 60 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1990 | lesabre-1990-seat-belt-failure | Seat belt restraint and latch failure | SEAT BELTS | 7 | 1995-03 → 2000-09 | 60 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1990 | lesabre-1990-seat-mechanism | Seat recline and mounting failure | SEATS | 4 | 1995-05 → 2006-10 | 60 | 2026-10-12 |
| 1990 | lesabre-1990-fuel-tank-pump | Fuel tank leak and fuel pump failure | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 | 1995-06 → 1996-11 | 60 | 2026-10-12 |
Representative quotes are in the CSV and JSON files (fields quote_1_odi … quote_3_text), and on each vehicle page.
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Buick LeSabre [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick/lesabre
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_buick_lesabre_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Buick LeSabre},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick/lesabre}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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