Model year
2011 Buick Lucerne
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 49 complaints for the 2011 Buick Lucerne (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (23), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (4), SERVICE BRAKES (4). NHTSA overall stars for rated variants run from 3 to 4. EPA rates it 18–21 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,200–$3,700, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2006 330 complaints
- 2007 164 complaints
- 2008 218 complaints
- 2009 128 complaints
- 2010 54 complaints
- 2011 49 complaints
Recalls
14V355000 · Jun 23, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
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)…
10V553000 · Nov 5, 2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 DTS AND BUICK LUCERNE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES. THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS IN CONTACT WITH THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE. IF EITHER THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS CONTACTING THE POWER STEERING RETURN…
Complaints
49 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 3, fire flag on 3, injury field 5, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR FWD Early Release | 3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 · possibility 0.101 | NHTSA photo |
| 4 DR FWD Later Release | 4 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 · possibility 0.101 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucerne · 3.9L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 17 | 26 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Lucerne · 4.6L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 23 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2011 Buick Lucerne at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.