Is the LaCrosse's failure rate very high?
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The failure rate of older models was indeed high, but the newer models are excellent. Vehicle Design: The Buick LaCrosse adopts Buick's latest family design language, featuring smooth and elegant body lines and a highly dynamic body proportion. The full-LED automatic sensing headlights with wing-shaped design utilize advanced light curtain technology to create a more uniform and brilliant lighting effect. With a body length of 5026mm, width of 1866mm, and height of 1462mm, combined with an ultra-long wheelbase of 2905mm, it provides spacious seating space for a mid-to-large premium sedan, offering a comfortable and relaxed riding posture. The interior includes 29 practical storage spaces, making it convenient to store commonly used devices and handbags. Powertrain: The 2021 Buick LaCrosse family is equipped with two sets of drivetrains, delivering both powerful performance and excellent fuel economy, all meeting the "China 6b" emission standards. Safety Features: The 2021 Buick LaCrosse adds a second-generation high-definition streaming media rearview mirror, supporting one-touch switching between a conventional rearview mirror and streaming media. It also features adaptive brightness adjustment, field-of-view zoom, and vertical angle zoom functions, providing a rear visibility range three times that of a traditional interior rearview mirror and significantly improving the clarity of rear images during nighttime driving.
In the automotive circle, I've had quite some exposure to the LaCrosse, and its overall failure rate isn't high. The Buick brand has consistently ranked well in J.D. Power's reliability reports, with the LaCrosse performing steadily as a flagship model. However, specifics vary by year: models from 2008-2012 might have minor issues like transmission jerking or electronic sensor failures—not widespread but occasionally reported. Newer models, especially post-2018, show significant improvements with much lower failure rates. From my repair experience, sticking to regular maintenance is key—simple tasks like oil changes and tire pressure checks can prevent major problems. High-mileage vehicles, such as used LaCrosses, require attention to engine wear, but new models have almost no hidden risks. Overall, don't be swayed by negative rumors; actual data supports its reliability.
