# \#lacrosse **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/lacrosse/6197.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Buick lacross cxl 2011 - abs module is dead?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lacross-cxl-2011-abs-module-is-dead/193090)
**Author:** [@noamzechria\_187039](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noamzechria_187039)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lacross-cxl-2011-abs-module-is-dead/193090 "2026-05-04T17:16:16Z")
Hello everyone, About 6 months ago, my dad drove through a large mud puddle (not his brightest moment) and ever since then, the abs light has been turned on. while diagnosing the problem, about 50% of the time the pc cl… --- ## [Right maf replacement procedure 3.6 vtt buick lacrosse 2013](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-maf-replacement-procedure-3-6-vtt-buick-lacrosse-2013/198612)
**Author:** [@RSALVAREZ1\_192412](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RSALVAREZ1_192412)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-maf-replacement-procedure-3-6-vtt-buick-lacrosse-2013/198612 "2025-01-10T04:00:47Z")
I am looking to understand my car failure, is related to the MAF SENSOR : iF I START THE ENGINE WITH OUT THE MAF SENSOR CONNECTED, THE ENGINE RUN PERFECTLY, with an average of 30 mpg, the down side , the cooling fans a… --- ## [2010 Buick LaCrosse reduced engine power light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lacrosse-reduced-engine-power-light/131780)
**Author:** [@fredrickcoleman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fredrickcoleman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2023, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lacrosse-reduced-engine-power-light/131780 "2023-06-21T22:02:26Z")
2010 BUICK LACROSSE reduced engine power is on and wont go pass 20 miles a hour --- ## [Spark plug threaded section sheared, left in head](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-threaded-section-sheared-left-in-head/186065)
**Author:** [@sestivers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sestivers)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-threaded-section-sheared-left-in-head/186065 "2022-09-03T18:29:58Z")
Buick Lacrosse 2006 with the GM 3800 engine. Told my dad I’d do some work on his hunk-o-junk and the #1 spark plug sheared where the hex flats are connected to the threaded section. Is there any hope of getting the threa… --- ## [Engine Overheating After Re-Installing Intake Manifold (2011 Buick LaCrosse 3.6L)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-after-re-installing-intake-manifold-2011-buick-lacrosse-3-6l/183093)
**Author:** [@vogz19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vogz19)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2022, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-after-re-installing-intake-manifold-2011-buick-lacrosse-3-6l/183093 "2022-03-20T23:06:40Z")
I recently had to replace a couple of ignition coils and spark plugs in Cylinders 3 & 5 to fix I misfire I had. The coils for 3 & 5 are only accessible by taking off the intake manifold on the 2011 3.6L V6. Putting ever… --- ## [Door won’t close](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-won-t-close/180651)
**Author:** [@esadler83\_178166](https://community.cartalk.com/u/esadler83_178166)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-won-t-close/180651 "2021-11-15T23:19:45Z")
2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL Off and on issues with the passenger side door not always closing on the first try. No big deal, until yesterday. The door latch was stuck in the closed position so I flipped it to open however i… --- ## [2008 Buick Lacrosse - P2138](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lacrosse-p2138/177774)
**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2021, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lacrosse-p2138/177774 "2021-06-30T21:25:49Z")
P2138 pops up on my Buick with reduced engine power and traction control warnings. It seems to happen only when it’s raining or has recently rained, and more frequently (maybe two or three times a month) in the spring wh… --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse - muted radio for no reason?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-muted-radio-for-no-reason/176241)
**Author:** [@LindaCheek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaCheek)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2021, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-muted-radio-for-no-reason/176241 "2021-04-20T00:38:16Z")
Radio shows mute for no reason --- ## [Wheel Shakes When Braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-shakes-when-braking/166875)
**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-shakes-when-braking/166875 "2020-11-25T01:12:11Z")
Not alarming, yet noticeable shake when braking even after replacing pads and rotors (x4). Installed new rotors hoping it would resolve the issue. I was careful to torque the nuts properly to spec using a torque wrench … --- ## [2006 Buick LaCrosse reliability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-lacrosse-reliability/171709)
**Author:** [@JerryOdom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerryOdom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2020, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-lacrosse-reliability/171709 "2020-10-30T21:44:49Z")
06 buick lacrosse, what is your rating for the reliability of this vehicle --- ## [My 2010 buick lacrosse cxs is releasing antifreeze from the top of the coolant tank thru the little hole and running hot any suggestions on the problem and how I can fix it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2010-buick-lacrosse-cxs-is-releasing-antifreeze-from-the-top-of-the-coolant-tank-thru-the-little-hole-and-running-hot-any-suggestions-on-the-problem-and-how-i-can-fix-it/170297)
**Author:** [@Skii](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skii)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2020, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2010-buick-lacrosse-cxs-is-releasing-antifreeze-from-the-top-of-the-coolant-tank-thru-the-little-hole-and-running-hot-any-suggestions-on-the-problem-and-how-i-can-fix-it/170297 "2020-09-23T14:20:46Z")
My 2010 buick lacrosse cxs is releasing antifreeze from the top of the coolant tank thru the little hole and running hot any suggestions on the problem and how I can fix it ? --- ## [2014 Buick LaCrosse - mistakenly added diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-lacrosse-mistakenly-added-diesel/152452)
**Author:** [@Marcus26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcus26)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-lacrosse-mistakenly-added-diesel/152452 "2020-08-08T01:21:29Z")
I filled my tank with diesel instead of regular gas, it was running for about a minute. Is my car totaled? --- ## [2012 Buick LaCrosse‘s new engine dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-s-new-engine-dies/167105)
**Author:** [@jesscvon1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesscvon1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2020, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-s-new-engine-dies/167105 "2020-07-11T20:43:28Z")
Replaced an engine on a 2012 buick lacrosse because it died at an intersection now the new engine dies and makes tapping noise --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse takes 12 gallons in 16 gallon tank?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-takes-12-gallons-in-16-gallon-tank/115600)
**Author:** [@Tom07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom07)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-takes-12-gallons-in-16-gallon-tank/115600 "2020-06-21T19:01:43Z")
I have had a 2017 Buick Lacrosse for over a year now. I have never been able to put more than 12 gallons of gas in it at a time and it’s supposed to hold 16 gallons? Run it way down empty and only takes 12. --- ## [2007 Buick LaCrosse key stuck after battery died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lacrosse-key-stuck-after-battery-died/165633)
**Author:** [@Tay15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tay15)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2020, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lacrosse-key-stuck-after-battery-died/165633 "2020-06-12T19:03:38Z")
My battery died, I put the key in to try and start it then the key was stuck. --- ## [Broken alternator brush?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alternator-brush/164556)
**Author:** [@Ryangmiller91\_167473](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryangmiller91_167473)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alternator-brush/164556 "2020-05-24T13:22:33Z")
Vehicle: 2005 buick lacrosse cx 3.8L Recently had p0621 code, generator l terminal circuit malfunction. Tested battery and alternator with multimeter, getting no charge (below 12.4v). Take alternator off and into shop … --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse - is there a bowling ball in the trunk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-is-there-a-bowling-ball-in-the-trunk/161440)
**Author:** [@Larry22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Larry22)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-is-there-a-bowling-ball-in-the-trunk/161440 "2020-05-18T16:05:50Z")
Noise from trunk area sounds like a bowling ball in the trunk --- ## [Dented Subframe Today. Should I Be Worried?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dented-subframe-today-should-i-be-worried/163745)
**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2020, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dented-subframe-today-should-i-be-worried/163745 "2020-05-05T02:09:12Z")
Had a short off-road adventure today (unscheduled). After it was all said and done, I got off pretty lucky besides having to re-hang the exhaust on the middle brackets and this dent in the subframe crossmember where it … --- ## [Car bucks around 2000 RPM. Transmission, spark plugs, or fuel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-bucks-around-2000-rpm-transmission-spark-plugs-or-fuel/158603)
**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2020, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-bucks-around-2000-rpm-transmission-spark-plugs-or-fuel/158603 "2020-04-19T01:33:07Z")
2008 Buick LaCrosse intermittently does funny stuff around 2000 RPM. “Bucks,” “lurches,” and “revs” are some fitting words. When I give it gas to get above 2000 - or let off the pedal - it seems to do fine. Sometimes it’… --- ## [Possibly warped head but hoping just gaskets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possibly-warped-head-but-hoping-just-gaskets/160523)
**Author:** [@NESkid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NESkid)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2020, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possibly-warped-head-but-hoping-just-gaskets/160523 "2020-04-09T01:02:15Z")
V6 3.8L 3800 Was experiencing overheating issues and avoided operating the vehicle until I replaced the thermostat. Took it out for a drive and everything was looking good until a spike in heat after about 10 highway mi… --- ## [2012 Buick LaCrosse whines when I try to start it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-whines-when-i-try-to-start-it/160064)
**Author:** [@Akbatts1\_164456](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Akbatts1_164456)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2020, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-whines-when-i-try-to-start-it/160064 "2020-03-09T04:06:16Z")
When I turn the key it makes a whining noise and will not start. It sounds like the starter is not catching the flywheel I put a new starter in and it still does the same thing. Can anyone help me please? --- ## [Brake Fluid flush? &how often should you change your brake fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-flush-how-often-should-you-change-your-brake-fluid/59608)
**Author:** [@BunzBundy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BunzBundy)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2019, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-flush-how-often-should-you-change-your-brake-fluid/59608 "2019-11-12T16:25:34Z")
I've been doing alot of reading, car maintence is crucial and i havent been the best with it. I was curious if anyone has ever had abrake fluid flush? and the pros and cons? is this just a money maker for mechanics or is… --- ## [Timing belt replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement/56055)
**Author:** [@hawkeye72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hawkeye72)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2019, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement/56055 "2019-05-27T12:49:45Z")
I have a 2005 Buick Lacrosse with the six cylinder engine that has 140,000 miles. I want to keep this car for another 60,000 and wonder if I should replace the timing belt as a precaution or keep driving until it fails. … --- ## [2012 Buick LaCrosse - noise increases with speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-noise-increases-with-speed/140820)
**Author:** [@Rory21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rory21)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2019, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-noise-increases-with-speed/140820 "2019-05-22T12:00:31Z")
niose that increases with speed from the rear of my 2012 Buick La Crosse --- ## [2013 Buick LaCrosse - power steering power message](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-lacrosse-power-steering-power-message/140813)
**Author:** [@LucianLesny](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LucianLesny)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2019, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-lacrosse-power-steering-power-message/140813 "2019-05-22T06:39:46Z")
On engine start, power steering problem message is displayed. On trying to drive it’s very hard to steer the car. --- ## [Door chimes without key in ignition - 2005 Buick LaCrosse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-chimes-without-key-in-ignition-2005-buick-lacrosse/138875)
**Author:** [@RobertHenderson15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertHenderson15)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2019, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-chimes-without-key-in-ignition-2005-buick-lacrosse/138875 "2019-04-21T13:07:55Z")
It chimes with door open & no key in ignition --- ## [2007 Buick LaCrosse transmission jolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lacrosse-transmission-jolt/138566)
**Author:** [@Ron23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2019, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lacrosse-transmission-jolt/138566 "2019-04-15T23:33:05Z")
Intermittent, unpredictable, can’t make it happen, no pattern to transmission jolt from dead stop or up to 2 mph. Mechanic had pulled codes and then installed a 4T65E Shift Kit from Transgo. This was suppose to relieve… --- ## [2015 Buick LaCrosse - power steering locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-lacrosse-power-steering-locks/136807)
**Author:** [@RobertWilkinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertWilkinson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2019, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-lacrosse-power-steering-locks/136807 "2019-03-19T20:45:50Z")
Why would my 2015 Buick LaCrosse power steering lock up? I appears it is an electric power steering with no power steering fluid. Car was outside overnight. No rain nor snow. Temps hit low of about 25. Tried to drive… --- ## [2011 Buick LaCrosse chimes for no reason](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lacrosse-chimes-for-no-reason/133484)
**Author:** [@ivanhazelwood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ivanhazelwood)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2019, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lacrosse-chimes-for-no-reason/133484 "2019-01-31T03:51:01Z")
warning chime goes off for no reason --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse transmission question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-transmission-question/116156)
**Author:** [@James06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James06)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-transmission-question/116156 "2018-11-08T02:13:36Z")
Do you notice that the transmission is not real smooth. It lurches and at times the car feels rough on the roll and during slow downs. The other day, I made a U-turn and it felt like I got hit from the back. I think th… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/lacrosse/6197.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=lacrosse)