2004 Buick Lesabre recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Buick Lesabre, but owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

162

Crashes / fires

4 / 5

Injuries / deaths

12 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Buick Lesabre vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Buick Lesabre problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	68
Structure	19
Air Bags	14
Power Train	12
Exterior Lighting	8
Engine and Engine Cooling	8
Tires	8
Unknown or Other	8
Fuel/Propulsion System	8
Engine	7
Visibility	6
Seats	6

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 27
Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash — 3
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 3
Power Train › Driveline — 3
Seats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler — 3
Structure › Body — 3
Visibility › Windshield — 2
Air Bags › Frontal — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 63,900 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Buick Lesabre complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Jun 13, 2024

The backup camera will stay in 'night' brightness mode for 15 seconds while backing out of the garage into daylight. This makes the video screen usless until the 15 second delay is over. I have asked several times at the dealership since I purchased this vehicle new, and they say nothing can be done. Not only is this a huge safety issue but it also is an enviromental issue as may times I must wait in the driveway with the car needlessly idling until the 15 seconds is up. This is seems to be a simple software update to remove the delay when the car is in reverse.

Power Train · reported Nov 14, 2022

Car has hard shift's that get worse when the car is up to temperature. Fuel gauge show's false reading. Two window regulators failed.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Nov 5, 2022

fuel vapor system leaks gas fumes into car. Replaced all fuel lines, pulled tank, renewed canister. 10 months later fumes are again entering car cabin. 105,000 total miles.

Power Train · reported Oct 21, 2021

Drove to the store, transmission was hard shifting and then wouldn't hardly move at all. Almost got hit three x!! Very tramatized. How is it that on just one of many web pages 400 people had this problem 140 complained about it! that's just one website! how has this problem not been fixed and recalled?

Service Brakes, Air · at 116,500 miles · reported Jun 30, 2021

The contact owns a 2004 Buick LeSabre. The contact stated while driving 35 mph and depressing on the brake pedal, the brake pedal went straight to the floor and the vehicle gradually decreased in speed to a stop. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact continued driving to his residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake lines were leaking brake fluid. The independent mechanic repaired the vehicle however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same independent mechanic and three…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Buick Lesabre as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Buick Lesabre?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (68 reports), followed by structure (19). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 63,900 miles.

Are Buick recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Buick dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.