2000 Buick Lesabre Engine Problems

Which parts fail

• Engine › Gasoline
  32
• Engine
  17
• Cooling system
  7
• Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
  4
• Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
  4
• Exhaust system › Emission control
  2

Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  37%
• 25k–50k
  1227%
• 50k–75k
  1227%
• 75k–100k
  818%
• 100k–150k
  511%
• 150k+
  511%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Buick Lesabre owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

I had problem with windows not rolling up and down. After I took my Buick to pep boys 3325 124th ave nw coon rapids mn electric mechanic found out that my window power switch is damaged after rain storm. Later I experienced the following problems with vehicle: 1 strange engine noise while running 2 pushing forward once release foot from brake. Pep boys mechanic looked at all these problems and told me everything looks OK but I need to get engine diagnostic done with pep boys. I got schedule for that. Meanwhile I ended up in car traffic problem because of fire of my vehicle.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Buick Lesabre. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a burning odor and smoke. After the hood was opened, the contact noticed leaking on the exhaust manifold. The vehicle was not diagnosed, but the contact replaced the gasket. The manufacturer stated that due to the vehicle not being manufactured at the same plant as the defective vehicles, the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 137,000. Updated 08/31/17

Tl* the contact owned a 2000 Buick Lesabre. When the ignition key was turned to the on position, there was an abnormal explosion from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that smoke and flames appeared under the hood of the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 04V090000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,900. The vehicle was destroyed.

As I was driving my Buick Lesabre 2000 my windows lock up on me it was a very hot summer so the electrical windows with no go up and down. The engine is bad. 1490000 miles. Electrical system is problems. The car wiring is loose and can be a dangerous. I tried to pull window down and repair its manually frozen with no power. My seat are uncomfortable with hard iron wire.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Buick Lesabre. While pulling out the driveway, the contact observed smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle. The contact lifted the hood and observed oil on the manifold. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 166,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Buick Lesabre. When the contact attempted to start the vehicle, the upper intake manifold exploded into pieces. The contact checked under the hood and noticed that the engine cover and fuel filter exploded. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was unable to be driven. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04V090000 (fuel system, gasoline). No further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. The consumer stated the vehicle was donated.

I need to report my 2000 Buick Lesabre, apparently has and oil leak. While driving, you can smell oil leaking on the exhaust pipes/manifold system. I read where some engines with the 3.8l engines: Chevy's, Pontiac's, Buick regal's are being recalled for oil leaking from valve cover gaskets (when hard braking is applied) on to the exhaust system parts and could cause a fire, in the engine compartment.. I am experiencing the same problem on my 2000 Buick Lesabre. With the 3.8l engine. I would like for this to be investigated on these model Buick's 2000 - 2005, for oil leaking onto exhaust system. They should be included as well.

Leaking oil onto exhaust manifold causing burning smell and smoke which permeates passenger compartment. This car has the 3.8 series ll engine which has a recall for this problem on the regal but not the Lesabre. This is definitely a problem on the Lesabre too. Why is it not included in the recall? Often happens while driving but the last time was when I had just pulled into my driveway and smoke poured out from the hood. Using the recirculating air setting seems to help smoke from entering the cabin. Why is this not included in the factory recall!!

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Buick Lesabre. While driving various speeds, an abnormal rattling sound was heard coming from the rear passenger side. While the check engine indicator was illuminated, the vehicle began to decelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear calipers failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Buick Lesabre. While parking in the garage, an odor of hot burning wax emitted under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a small oil leak that needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000.

NHTSA investigations

Engine complaints in other Lesabre years