# \#lucerne **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/lucerne/5647.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Buick Lucerne 2007 Overheat problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lucerne-2007-overheat-problem/189664)
**Author:** [@maxeybsa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maxeybsa)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lucerne-2007-overheat-problem/189664 "2023-03-29T20:12:29Z")
I have a 2007 Buick Lucerne with an over heating issue. The car will get to 210 212 while standing still and be good for 15 to 20 minute then start to overhead badly, It I drive it, it will over heat faster. This is wha… --- ## [Removed Battery put back in now car won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removed-battery-put-back-in-now-car-wont-start/189359)
**Author:** [@maxeybsa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maxeybsa)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2023, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removed-battery-put-back-in-now-car-wont-start/189359 "2023-03-11T02:37:16Z")
Ok so I removed the battery to get it tested, I took it in they charged it and tested it and battery was good. Brought it back to the car put the battery back in and went to turn it on, put the key in the acc position a… --- ## [2008 Buick Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lucerne/184832)
**Author:** [@Mark52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark52)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2022, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lucerne/184832 "2022-06-23T22:45:48Z")
Hi, thinking of buying a used Buick Lucerne 2008. 54,000 miles, no rust. Would be for a new driver, get around town. I’ve always bought Toyota and Honda. Curious about what other Lucerne owners think about this. --- ## [Transmission bumps from 1st-2nd-3rd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-bumps-from-1st-2nd-3rd/178713)
**Author:** [@jedadiahsmithmatheson\_176705](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jedadiahsmithmatheson_176705)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-bumps-from-1st-2nd-3rd/178713 "2021-08-15T16:24:36Z")
07 Buick Lucerne V6. This is my second car. From 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd there is a small bump. I can feel it shift in other words. Almost like I get hit from behind but wayyy more subtle, barely noticeable unless your… --- ## [Krazy air conditioning problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/krazy-air-conditioning-problem/168592)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2020, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/krazy-air-conditioning-problem/168592 "2020-08-12T23:21:35Z")
My AC stopped working. I decided to evac the system and put in new freon. after you vacuum the system and letting it sit for 2 hours there was no leaks. However, as soon as I turn the AC on and before I even started addi… --- ## [Car dies when put in drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-when-put-in-drive/167553)
**Author:** [@Sierra-6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sierra-6)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-when-put-in-drive/167553 "2020-07-22T14:19:20Z")
My car recently has started doing this thing where after reversing, I put it in drive and it dies. It only happens when the engine is hot. No check engine light at all. But recently the ABS light is on and it says I need… --- ## [2007 Buick Lucerne - how do I get in the car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lucerne-how-do-i-get-in-the-car/161003)
**Author:** [@barbara50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/barbara50)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2020, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lucerne-how-do-i-get-in-the-car/161003 "2020-03-14T23:09:29Z")
dead battery no door key key fob wont work how do i get in the car? --- ## [Electrical/ alternator problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-alternator-problem/160052)
**Author:** [@Cameron\_Senft](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameron_Senft)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2020, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-alternator-problem/160052 "2020-03-01T15:19:52Z")
My alternator has recently started whining on and off. With the wine comes a smell of burning rubber. My radio also will randomly restart while I’m driving. And I’ve noticed some sort of kick or shudder while the engine … --- ## [Shocks and struts for a 2006 Buick Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shocks-and-struts-for-a-2006-buick-lucerne/154348)
**Author:** [@KeithGish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithGish)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2019, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shocks-and-struts-for-a-2006-buick-lucerne/154348 "2019-12-10T00:18:54Z")
what kind of shocks/struts on car? --- ## [2010 Buick Lucerne has water on passenger floor mats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lucerne-has-water-on-passenger-floor-mats/154052)
**Author:** [@Steve27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve27)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2019, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lucerne-has-water-on-passenger-floor-mats/154052 "2019-12-05T04:39:23Z")
2010 Buick Lecerne water in passenger rear floormats --- ## [Big guy is lost without a Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-guy-is-lost-without-a-lucerne/142254)
**Author:** [@SusanPaciga](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SusanPaciga)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2019, 10:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-guy-is-lost-without-a-lucerne/142254 "2019-06-15T10:57:53Z")
My husband is 6-3, 315 lbs, a big guy. He has been buying Lucernes, but now that they have been discontinued, he is lost. He bought a 2009 a few years ago, but that’s the last year. We have gone car shopping, but nothin… --- ## [2006 Buick Lucerne - Northstar LD 8 engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-lucerne-northstar-ld-8-engine/137716)
**Author:** [@JulieThomas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JulieThomas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2019, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-lucerne-northstar-ld-8-engine/137716 "2019-04-02T20:54:36Z")
What concern should I have about a Northstar LD 8 engine? Car has 100,000 miles. Never had any issues. --- ## [2011 Buick Lucerne transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lucerne-transmission/122750)
**Author:** [@zelmasamuelsI\_m](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zelmasamuelsI_m)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2018, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lucerne-transmission/122750 "2018-08-11T23:39:14Z")
MY car would not go into any gear. I’m told it needs a new transmission. Have driven GM for years with mileage over 150,000 NEVER have had transmission problems. Is this something new with GW products?? --- ## [2011 Buick Lucerne wheel bearings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lucerne-wheel-bearings/119941)
**Author:** [@Dorothy13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dorothy13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2018, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lucerne-wheel-bearings/119941 "2018-06-28T20:26:51Z")
Is there a problem with wheel bearings on 2011 Buick Lucerne --- ## [2008 Buick Lucerne pulls to right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lucerne-pulls-to-right/119558)
**Author:** [@Delores\_Knutson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Delores_Knutson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2018, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lucerne-pulls-to-right/119558 "2018-06-21T13:43:34Z")
replaced right front wheel bearing and car still pulls to the right --- ## [Magnetic Ride Control Struts, High Cost to Replace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/magnetic-ride-control-struts-high-cost-to-replace/101566)
**Author:** [@larrylitle55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larrylitle55)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2018, 7:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/magnetic-ride-control-struts-high-cost-to-replace/101566 "2018-06-20T07:40:38Z")
I have a 2008 Buick Lucerne CXS with the Northstar V-8 & an special suspension.It has 88,000 miles Its an Electronic Front Strut called Magnetic Ride Control. I took it in to have the brakes checked. The Mechanic foun… --- ## [Adjusting 2008 Buick Lucerne transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adjusting-2008-buick-lucerne-transmission/119362)
**Author:** [@FrankShepherd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankShepherd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2018, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adjusting-2008-buick-lucerne-transmission/119362 "2018-06-18T14:00:34Z")
2008 Buick Lucerne, transmission is slipping, can it be adjusted in frame ? --- ## [Leaking power steering system in 2007 Buick Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-power-steering-system-in-2007-buick-lucerne/115147)
**Author:** [@WilliamSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WilliamSmith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-power-steering-system-in-2007-buick-lucerne/115147 "2018-04-07T16:34:56Z")
Does a leaking power steering system on a 2007 Buick Lucerne require replacement of the rack and pinion assembly? --- ## [Opinions on 2007 Buick Lucerne?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-2007-buick-lucerne/114437)
**Author:** [@Paul05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2018, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-2007-buick-lucerne/114437 "2018-03-26T23:56:55Z")
how is the Engine &power train?? --- ## [New AC compressor won't engage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ac-compressor-wont-engage/94308)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ac-compressor-wont-engage/94308 "2017-01-15T01:01:31Z")
Installed new compressor, condenser, drier... Local shop wanted to charge $140 just to evac. Bought vacuum pump and gauges/hoses. Evaced the system, held -30 for 45 minutes. Started car and proceeded to add freon... Comp… --- ## [No Power At All](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-at-all/98513)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-at-all/98513 "2017-01-15T00:55:14Z")
Just replaced my alternator 2 weeks ago and know that my battery is on it's last legs. Was -23 this morning and car was near dead. Used a jump starter but to no avail. Bought a battery blanket and plugged it in for last … --- ## [Charging System Failing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-system-failing/97744)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 11:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-system-failing/97744 "2017-01-04T11:16:55Z")
I am in northern MN. I had to jump start my car the other day as it was slow turning over... (Symptom?) tonight when I went out to start it it was pretty dead. I jumped it and the "Charging System" warning and red batter… --- ## [Do I really need to replace the expansion valve?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-really-need-to-replace-the-expansion-valve/94195)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2016, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-really-need-to-replace-the-expansion-valve/94195 "2016-08-01T00:34:18Z")
My clutch failed on my a/c compressor. No leaks or pressure loss until I disassembled the condenser. I bought a new compressor, condenser, drier and expansion valve. Set to task putting in the new condenser today.. Buick… --- ## [Air conditioner draining into back of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-draining-into-back-of-car/81127)
**Author:** [@Sharr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sharr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2013, 6:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-draining-into-back-of-car/81127 "2013-09-01T06:09:50Z")
We have a 2008 Buick Lucerne. Now that the weather has become humid, we have been using the air conditioner more. We noticed that the carpet was wet on the rear passenger floor. Shortly after that, we noticed it on th… --- ## [Horn relay location 2007 Buick Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-relay-location-2007-buick-lucerne/76616)
**Author:** [@archery138](https://community.cartalk.com/u/archery138)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2013, 9:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-relay-location-2007-buick-lucerne/76616 "2013-01-10T09:19:35Z")
Where is the horn relay for a 2007 Buick Lucerne? --- ## [Cleaning dirty windows](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-dirty-windows/69193)
**Author:** [@Mabe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mabe)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2011, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-dirty-windows/69193 "2011-11-07T03:15:05Z")
I have a new (2011) Buick Lucerne and CANNOT get the windshield(s) & windows clean. I have tried everything I know to try...Windex, automobile-rated glass cleaner, vinegar & water, newspaper instead of paper towels, etc… --- ## [Buick Lucerne 2006 Steering Squeak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lucerne-2006-steering-squeak/63754)
**Author:** [@Pamela\_Susan\_Hale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pamela_Susan_Hale)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2011, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lucerne-2006-steering-squeak/63754 "2011-04-16T16:20:24Z")
I bought a one-owner, 50,000 mile Buick Lucerne in February. Yesterday I heard a squeaking noice from the steering wheel/column and it is there today. Does this mean I need to lubricate or replace the lower seal on the s… --- ## [Garage Door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/garage-door/62772)
**Author:** [@davidfox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidfox)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2011, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/garage-door/62772 "2011-03-21T00:44:14Z")
I'm trying to get my new car to open my garage door. The owner's manual instructions don't seem to work.The opener is a '97 Chamberlain that works fine with my '03 Le Sabre. Are these compatible or do I have to get a new… --- ## [2007 Buick Lucerne-catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lucerne-catalytic-converter/43663)
**Author:** [@Frogdog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frogdog)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2010, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lucerne-catalytic-converter/43663 "2010-02-01T23:36:33Z")
Should a catalytic converter go bad on a 2007 Lucerne already? 50k miles. If so what could cause it? --- ## [Dim interior lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dim-interior-lights/43328)
**Author:** [@bailey1wick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bailey1wick)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2010, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dim-interior-lights/43328 "2010-01-27T21:24:02Z")
The interior lights on my 2006 Buick Lucerne become so dim that I can barely see them. This WAS an intermittent problem but it is increasing in frequency. I have contacted my dealer and GM. They say they are looking f… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/lucerne/5647.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=lucerne)