Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| 510 | 10/01/2003 | 10016224 | Ashtray repair spring-in some cases, the ashtray was built with two same-side springs which may deform causing the ashtray to hang up. *sc | 09/02/2005 | |
| 3095 | 01/01/2004 | 10010072 | Water leak on the left front or rear floor. *sc | 11/03/2004 | |
| 010847001 | 10/01/2001 | 627851 | Information regarding ride height appears low with rear of vehicle loaded/electronic level control does not operate properly. *yh | 02/25/2002 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 050861002 | 03/01/2005 | 050861002A | 10013452 | Floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment. *tt update. *tt | 04/19/2005 |
| 03232004 | 03/23/2004 | 10013044 | This is a fix it right the first time reminder going out to buick dealers regarding ashtrays that are either difficult to open or will not stay closed. *tt | 04/06/2005 | |
| 3027 | 01/01/2004 | 10009645 | Instrument panel itch/creak. service vme. *tt | 10/14/2004 | |
| 030849016 | 01/01/2003 | 10004746 | Ashtray difficult to open or will not stay closed. *tt | 01/05/2004 | |
| 030850012 | 05/01/2003 | 10002386 | Cupholder assembly and replacement procedure available for front seat storage armrest. *tt | 08/26/2003 | |
| 000866003A | 09/01/2002 | 000866003 | 10000055 | Rear compartment seat back trim panel attachment arms / straps sag or trim panel is loose. *tt | 02/10/2003 |
| 0208701 | 08/02/2001 | 625242 | Informatiion regarding a squeak or itch type noise coming from the glove box area. *yh | 11/19/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 020701 | 08/02/2001 | 625227 | Information regarding door leak. *yh | 11/19/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| 010851004A | 01/01/2003 | 010851004 | 10000948 | Premature aluminum hood corrosion / blistering. *tt | 04/04/2003 |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID | |||||
| 220702 | 07/22/2002 | 637304 | Engineering is in the process of testing a new adhesive for customer complaints that the trunk interior closeout panels are falling down. *tt | 11/22/2002 | |
| 160702 | 07/16/2002 | 637278 | Some vehicles may experience a condition where the closeout panel inside the trunk, between the trunk and the rear seat, may fall down. *tt | 11/22/2002 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||||
| 00112A | 00112B | 10014904 | Popping noise in the footwell area. *tt | 05/11/2005 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 03/29/2012 | 49000 | ||
| The dashboard pulled away from the front windshield approx. 3/4 and now is getting wider to about 2 and is extending from the driver's side into the passenger area. we are afraid that dust will get in there and make gauges malfunction, and the air bags deploy unnecessarily. it also looks aesthetically bad as the rest of the interior is fine. *tr | |||
| 02/01/2008 | 65000 | 1 | |
| I found out that this gas line leakage issue exist in everyone that i know with this model vehicle. there is a fuel line clip that can be replaced. the clip is inserted at the end of the fuel line that connects to the engine but this clip doesn't last very long once replaced. eventually the clip won't work anymore as if it is the fuel line itself that is bad. this issues seems to be a defect in this model buick and is dangerous. i'm just wondering how can such an issue never been on the buick recall list for this model car. most people that have this car say that they have smelled the gas fumes and didn't know what it was. the gas actually leaks/ drip from the fuel line's clip onto the hot engine. ( can you say very dangerous) this is a lawsuit waiting to happen! *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 76286 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up an away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger air bag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 35000 | 1 | |
| Dash pad began separating from dashboard at base of windshield directly in front of instrument cluster when car was approximately 4 years old. has progressively spread to currently include about 70% of width of dashboard and is raised approximately 3 inches in front of instrument cluster. appears to be an issue of shrinkage/improper adhesion due to inferior materials and/or incorrect factory installation. online search indicates that this problem afflicts a disproportionate number of 2000-2006 lesabres. concerned that if passenger side airbag were to deploy dash pad would not tear as intended but would instead be pulled from dashboard and would strike occupants. firm molded edge could cause serious lacerations or potential fatalities. many owners have requested repair, some under warranty, with no satisfaction from buick. *tr | |||
| 06/07/2003 | 10000 | 1 | |
| I bought 2002 buick lesabre brand new and after approximately i year the dash began to buckle almost the entire length of the windshield. it is now approx 3 to 4 inches high. i went to car gurus. com and realized hundreds of people were having the same problem. i did not realize that this problem could impair air bag deployment. i believe this warrants a recall. *tr | |||
| 07/23/2012 | 71000 | 1 | |
| Dash pad cover peeling away from dash pad base. causing great issues with resale of vehicle reducing the value significantly. manufacturing defect as i have seen a great many 2000-2005 lesabre with this issue including my other 2000 model year lesabre limited. a senior executive needs to deal with this issue and make the decision to replace the defective dash pads. whoever designed, tested or manufactured these panels made a gross error and it is costing buick's quality first repetition and customer service/care to be highly tarnished. i will move away from the buick brand loyalty that i have due to this costly defect. *tr | |||
| 05/24/2011 | 75000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the contact stated the dashboard exhibited a large fracture toward the passenger side air bag. the contact did not take the vehicle to the manufacturer or dealer. the contact was concerned of the possibility of the air bag deploying because of the dashboard fracture. the failure mileage was 75,000. kmj | |||
| 05/24/2011 | 75000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the contact stated the dash board has a huge crack towards the passenger side air bag. the contact did not take the vehicle to the manufacturer nor call the dealer. the contact stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive to due the air bag deploying because of the crack in in the dash board. the failure mileage was 75,000. jo | |||
| 08/10/2008 | 30000 | ||
| The dash-cover has bubbled up in the front, causing a slight visibility problem but what i'm more worried about is that as this spreads the airbags may deploy. it is also a very noticeable appearance issue | |||
| 08/10/2010 | 140000 | ||
| The dashpad on my 2002 buick lesabre has pulled loose at the base and is bunched up in front of the steering wheel. i have tried without success to glue the pad back down myself because of the angle of the windshield. i have read blog posts from several 2000-2005 lesabre owners who are experiencing the same problem, so i now realize that this is not the isolated problem i had thought it was. i am concerned that if the dashpad continues to pull loose, the airbag sensors could be triggered and cause the airbags to inflate while the car is being driven. my wife drives this car most of the time, and since she is only 5 feet tall, she must move the seat up almost as far as it will go. my teenage daughter rides in the front passenger seat when my wife takes her to school. i am concerned for their safety should the airbags accidentally deploy due to the dashpad coming loose. | |||
| 09/15/2009 | 114000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the vehicle was parked when the contact observed that the dashboard eight inch panel separated from the windshield. the panel separation originated from the passenger side near the airbag housing and continued to extend toward the driver side. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. the total repair cost was $900. the vehicle had not been repaired. the contact expressed concern about the potential airbag safety hazard. the failure mileage was approximately 114,000. js | |||
| 11/16/2009 | 21000 | 1 | |
| I have removed my dashboard cover or so called dash board pad and have re-glued it 3 times and now it is curling up at the forward end again. the front of the headliner is now rotting at the foam area between the fabric and the molded shape, the same as has been ocurring since the early 1980's. the foam is deteriorating from the heat and the sun, (florida owners are effected more than some), turning to powder so there is nothing that can be done other than replace it with the same garbage from gm or have an upholstery shop like mine. http://www.markthree.com replace the fabric on the existing ceiling shaping board, after spending hours removing the ceiling headliner from the car and then removing all of the rotted foam and fabric brought to a clean and usable surface. why are we still dealing with the same sun vs. glue problems that we have since they stopped doing stretch ceilings in the 70's? as an upholsterer at http://www.eastcoastautotoys.com i do make a good living off of this abomination but as a 2002 buick lesabre owner, i do not appreciate that i have had to remove my dashboard cover also called pad and have reglued and remolded it 3 times. now it is curling up at the forward ends again as well as by the air bag. the front of the headliner is now falling loose and down at the front windshield area due to rotting foam, {just like like those of the 1980's}. the foam is deteriorating and turning to powder so there is nothing that can be done other than replace it with the same garbage or have an upholstery shop like mine replace the fabric on the existing board. after spending 45 minutes removing the ceiling from the car and then another hour removing all of the rotted foam.....why are we still dealing with the same sun vs. glue problems that we have since they stopped doing stretch ceilings in the early 70's? as an upholsterer i do make a good living off of this abomination but as a 2002 buick lesabre owner, i do not appreciate wasting my time ... *tr | |||
| 01/01/2010 | 1 | 08/01/2002 | |
| Ltr addressed to the potus re defective parts on his 2002 buick lesabre custom, inquiring what can the government do through gm to properly compensate him; for the administrators signature. *kb all four of the window regulators had to be replaced, the sealant holding the cover to the dashboard came apart, which caused a large gap near the base of the windshield on the drivers side. *jb | |||
| 09/01/2008 | 1 | ||
| The dash in my 2002 buick lesabre is coming up and i am afraid that one day i will be going somewhere and be in even a little fender bender or maybe not nothing at all and it will come on off .it is like the glue they used to mold it down has come undone or something like that .i bought the car used last june this started like right after i bought it and it just keeps getting worse all the time and now i am getting really worried someone will get hurt if it continues to come a loose .so it could cause serious injury or maybe even death to someone with the extra pieces coming up like that .the corner down next to the glove compartment is also starting to stick some also so it would probable not be a good idea for someone to let their small children or maybe even an adult to sit in the front seat on the passenger side of the vehicle i think that the dash could be harmful to anyone even the driver if anyone elses starts to stick up like mine does .the thought that it could be something that might need to be investigated so hopeful nobody will not lose their life in an accident. buick lesabre 2002 model . *tr | |||
| 09/10/2008 | 63000 | 1 | |
| The dash of our 2002 lasabre between the steering wheel and the windshield has pulled apart and is becoming an obstruction to our view. the separation is about an inch and is beginning to lift up. also the drivers side dash where the air bag is located is starting to bulge from the dash and could be presenting a safety hazard if it continues to extend out farther. *tr | |||
| 09/17/2006 | 55000 | 1 | 10/01/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the dash board was loose at the seam where the two parts meet. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined the dash needed to be replaced. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 09/03/2012 | 86000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash peeled up away from the dash frame in front of steering wheel. it is peeling across from left to right. i am concerned about air bag deploying without warning. g.m. says this part is discontinued and you can not find this part anywhere. there should be a recall on this padded dash before some one gets hurt. *tr | |||
| 09/03/2012 | 86000 | ||
| The padded dash peeled up away from the dash frame in fron of steering wheel. it is peeling across from left to right. i am concerened about air bag deploying without warning. g.m. says this part is discontiuned and you can not find this part anywhere. there should be a recall on this padded dashbrfore some one gets hurt. | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| 09/03/2012 | 86000 | ||
| The padded dash peeled up away from the dash frame in fron of steering wheel. it is peeling across from left to right. i am concerened about air bag deploying without warning. g.m. says this part is discontiuned and you can not find this part anywhere. there should be a recall on this padded dashbrfore some one gets hurt. | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 09/19/2005 | 30000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the contact stated that the padded dashboard began to peel behind the steering wheel. the failure spread to the passenger's side of the dashboard. the contact was concerned that the air bag would erroneously deploy as a result. the dealer was notified of the issue and advised the contact that they were aware of the failure but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| 09/19/2005 | 30000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the contact stated that the padded dashboard began to peel behind the steering wheel. the failure spread to the passenger's side of the dashboard. the contact was concerned that the air bag would erroneously deploy as a result. the dealer was notified of the issue and advised the contact that they were aware of the failure but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. kmj | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| 09/19/2005 | 30000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the contact stated that the padded dashboard began to peel behind the steering wheel. the failure spread to the passenger's side of the dashboard. the contact was concerned that the air bag would erroneously deploy as a result. the dealer was notified of the issue and advised the contact that they were aware of the failure but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. kmj | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 09/19/2005 | 30000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 buick lesabre. the contact stated that the padded dash board began to peel behind the steering wheel. the peeling spread to the passenger side of the dashboard causing a fear of the air bag deploying independently. a dealer was notified and stated they were aware of the failure but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. dt | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | 1 | |
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. *tr | |||
| 11/16/2006 | 75000 | ||
| The padded dash has peeled up and away from dash frame in front of the steering wheel. it is continuing to spread (peel up and away from the frame) across the padded dash from left to right, towards the passenger area. it continues to grow in severity, and i am concerned about the passenger airbag, with respects to it deploying without warning, due to the peeling/warping of the dash around it. i have put a dash mat (cover) over the problem for appearance purposes, but even that doesn't hide the growing magnitude of the problem anymore. i have been told that it will cost me anywhere from $350 - $1,200.00 to correct this problem from independent repair shops in the area, to the gm buick dealer. this is a design flaw, & safety issue direct from the manufacturer. other than this ever increasing problem, the car is in immaculate condition, & i would like to keep it due to its mechanical reliability, fuel economy, & comfort. i believe an oem padded dash replacement, should be made a recall on the part of gm as this has not happened due to negligence, age of the vehicle (it began when the car was relatively new), or accident. i respectfully look forward to receiving a response from you. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID | |||
| 03/07/2006 | 62000 | 1 | 05/01/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated sometimes the trunk lid fails to remain open and unexpectedly falls down, resulting in minor injury to the person who opened it. the vehicle was seen by a dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the problem. parts were ordered on 07/08/2006, and repairs were made on 03/07/2006. currently, vehicle operates normally. *ak | |||
| 08/05/2003 | 2800 | 1 | |
| Without prior warning water is leaking inside the trunk. *ak *mr | |||
| 07/01/2003 | 10000 | 1 | 08/10/2002 |
| The consumer stated that the trunk lid had a tendency to swing up and down when opened. on one occasion the lid came down and hit the consumers glasses and gave her a black eye. the dealer replaced the torsion bar. *ak | |||
| 11/01/2001 | 4086 | 2 | |
| The trunk lid collapsed on two occasions while on an incline, and caused injury to the consumer and his wife. *scc *jb | |||
| 08/20/2002 | 2 | ||
| Consumer opened trunk with remote control. trunk lid opened, consumer bent over to get something out of trunk, and lid closed and came down on consumer's head. *ak *yh | |||
| 11/11/2001 | 2 | 10/01/2001 | |
| When this vehicle is parked forward on a slight incline the trunk lid bounces, when opened by the remote. both my wife and myself have been hit on the head, i received a slight laceration. this is a dangerous situation. someone can get a concussion. we have gone through all of buick's channels of complaint.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 08/14/2008 | 40000 | 1 | |
| The dashboard cover separated from the dashboard on my 2002 buick lesabre limited. eventually, the cover will separate enough to block the driver's view from the driver's seat. this has the potential to result in a serious automobile crash that could result in death or injury to the driver and passengers and the driver and passengers in the vehicle that is struck in an incident. a safety recall is needed so that buick will recall models that are effected and thus avoid a serious crash. *tr | |||