Most common 1995 Buick Lesabre problems
Share of the 178 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Buick Lesabre complaints by model year
Best Lesabre years: 2005, 1996, 2003. Years to avoid: 2000, 1998, 1997. Compare all years →
1995 Buick Lesabre recalls (1)
Exterior lighting › Headlights
The driver side headlamp lens has an incorrect aim pad number on the lens. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver side headlamp on vehicles with the correct outboard lower pad number.
What 1995 Buick Lesabre owners say
Air bags all 44 →
Both (driver and passenger) frontal airbags on my 1995 Buick Lesabre deployed without reason on June 27th and 28th 2015. On the 27th, the passenger airbag deployed while I was coming to a stop at a red light. No one was in the passenger seat though it spilled soda over the back seat. On the 28th the driver airbag deployed while I was driving on i76, going about 70 MPH. My right wrist was injured and is red and swollen but I do not think it's broken. The horn then stayed on and I eventually pulled over and removed the fuse for it. (btw which dumb ass put the horn on the same fuse as the power locks and interior light?) in neither case was there a collision of any kind that caused the airbags to go off. I noticed an airbag light on the dashboard after the first airbag deployment, could have been on beforehand but I didn't notice it until after.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that while in traffic, the passenger air bag inadvertently deployed without warning. As a result, the passenger sustained legs injuries that require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Electrical system all 22 →
The 95 Buick Lesabre, I have owned three of them now, and this will be the third time I've replace the ignition cylinder and keys due to a security system problem. This is about a 500.00 problem every time! From what I've heard this is a common problem with this vehicle. I'm a single father and don't have the money to be shelling out when this problem occurs. From what the repair facility said this could be fixed with a linkable fuse, so that fuse would go instead of the ignition wires burning up. This really is a simple way around spending 1,500.00 dollars on this problems. This is another reason why I won't buy an American car again.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Buick Lesabre. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturers recall due to the year of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 48,000. Updated 9/3/14 updated 11/26/2014
Brakes
I had my front brakes replaced as they were in need of it due to uneven stopping, but reason more so was the ABS light would keep coming on. The brakes feel like they are going to fail, not allowing you to come to quick stop as needed, even at a stop sign or light. This still happens even after brake work was done. Mechanic said the ABS sensor was in the wheel bearing and would cost over $300 to change that. However, the problem still exists and I am afraid it is going to cause a serious accident, for example, should someone pull out in front of me and I am unable to stop due to ABS failure. After the light comes on, after initial failure to stop, then it works fine until it sits for several hours and repeats it again. This is very scary situation and now considering our daughter, 16, is driving too makes it even more of a huge concern.
ABS valve block failed . Am reporting this failure since it is the second ABS brake failure of two GM automobiles we currently own. Our 1992 Chevy caprice wagon ABS system failed when it had 49,978 miles on it. Now the 1995 Buick, which has 55700 miles on it has also experienced an ABS brake failure. We can understand an isolated failure. But having two general motors automobiles and both cars experiencing ABS brake failures lead us to believe that general motors has a problem with ABS systems throughout its various fleets. Request your offices reseaarch this potential problem with the intention of having a recall of all cars so affected if necessary. The two ABS failures total more than $2200.00 in repairs.
1995 Buick Lesabre engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 26 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Buick Lesabre a good car?
Based on 178 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Lesabre rates average: 23% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Lesabre at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Buick Lesabre?
The air bags — 44 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about frontal. Next are the electrical system (22) and brakes (19).
How many recalls does the 1995 Buick Lesabre have?
There is 1 recall for the 1995 Buick Lesabre, the most recent from August 4, 1995 (headlights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Buick Lesabre?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2005, 1996 and 2003. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000, 1998 and 1997. See the full Buick Lesabre years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Buick Lesabre problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 100,000 miles; 15% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.