2006 Buick Lacrosse Headlight Problems

Which parts fail

• Headlights
  9
• Headlights › Switch
  2

Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  54%
• 25k–50k
  65%
• 50k–75k
  3429%
• 75k–100k
  2218%
• 100k–150k
  3429%
• 150k+
  1815%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Buick Lacrosse owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2006 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the headlights activated, the front driver's and passenger's side low-beam headlights intermittently failed to remain illuminated, making it difficult to see the roadway. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the HDM headlamp driver module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The contact referenced the NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V519000 (Exterior Lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlamps failed to properly illuminate the roadway. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V519000 (Exterior Lightning) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving the headlights became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V519000 (Exterior Lighting). The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Low beam headlights intermittently go out. Work ok one minute, then go dark. Very dangerous. Known issue under GM recall # 14291. The national highway traffic safety administration campaign ID number 15V-519. Problem has been confirmed by West-Herr Dodge in Rochester NY. Per info I have found this does not appear to have been permanently fixed by GM. As such the repair should be done at no charge going forward.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. After shutting off and exiting the vehicle, the contact noticed that smoke was emitting near the front passenger side. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the head lamp driver module was smoking and the rubbers were melting. On another occasion, when the vehicle was shut off, the head lamps failed to shut off which drained the battery. As a result, the vehicle failed to start and required a jump. The failures recurred and the head lamps were replaced multiple times. The contact received a notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14V755000 (exterior lighting) and stated that the parts needed were unavailable. The dealer was notified of the failure and they were uncertain when the parts would become available to service the vehicle. …

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that smoke started to emit from the front of the vehicle while parked. As a result, the contact stated that the head lamp module box melted. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the head lamp driver module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V755000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was 70,000.

Tl* the contact owned a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. While driving 35 MPH, the head lamp lights shut off intermittently. The contact lost visibility and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact sustained a concussion and another person sustained seat belt bruising which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was completely destroyed and towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V755000 (exterior lighting) . The failure mileage was 62,000. Updated 3/24/15 updated (/26?2017

While driving with low beam headlight setting my headlights went out. I tried to go from automatic to manual but the lights remained out. High beams continued to work as normal. A very dark night on a two lane road with opposing traffic and this very dangerous situation was unpleasant and extremely dangerous. I almost went off the side into a ditch with a drop off and trees when I could not see. This was compounded by opposing traffic and a near head on situation. The Buick dealership explained that the warranty and recall had just expired both by the date of a 2006 car and that my millage had exceeded the limits of the recall.. A head on crash or over a drop off into trees would have been tragic. I will be spreading the news about this problem that has not been corrected. …

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that the headlights on the vehicle became inoperable without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V519000 (exterior lighting); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Updated 05/10/16 the consumer stated the power steering failed while driving 70 MPH on the freeway. The consumer was informed the mechanical coupling between the power steering pump and high pressure line had disintegrated. There was no flexible fitting utilizing a hose on the line. …

Hello, my 2006 Buick Lacrosse regular beam headlights keeps going out due to the wiring getting hot for some reason. No aftermarket highlights or bulbs been added. The wiring is melting completely. You can see smoke coming from the headlight assembly. I'm also experiencing my entire dash goes out while driving for 2-seconds then comes back on, I'm not sure if the wiring that's shorting out from my low beam headlights after burning is causing this issue or not since the wires begins to touch after the wire covering is burned. I contacted Buick the manufacture, and they are giving me the run around asking me questions that doesn't even pertain to the issues at hand, like when was your last oil change? …

Related recalls

NHTSA investigations

Headlight complaints in other Lacrosse years