Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Buick Lesabre owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Complete tire separation from steel belts of tire construction while car was being driven on interstate highway. Tire had high amount of tread life remaining beforehand and this happened with absolutely no warning. Very dangerous to occupants and caused physical and aesthetic damage to vehicle. Do not know what the cost of the repair will be at this time.
The consumer stated the vehicle had problems with 3 of the 4 tires which range from a tire blow out to tread separation. When the tire blew out the consumer was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and had an accident with another vehicle.
Dt: when starting the vehicle the consumer noticed a light illuminated on the dash panel that read check tire pressure. The consumer drove to a gas station inspected the tires and discovered that the right front tire was low. The consumer added air to the tire but suspected there was a slow leak because the tire would not hold sufficient air pressure of 30/30 psi. The consumer drove to the dealership where the vehicle was purchased. These tires were the original tires that were purchased on the vehicle. The dealer noted that the steel was coming through the tread, but would not replace the tires. Dealer suggested that the consumer go to a general tire dealer because the tires were manufactured by general. The consumer went to redwood general tire dealer and they agreed the tread was coming through on the right front tire and suggested a replacement. …
Tl contact owns a 2000 Buick Lesabre. The vehicle has Bridgestone insignia sl, size p/205/75/r15 tires. While driving 65 MPH, the contact heard a strange sound coming from the vehicle and the engine began to lose power. He pulled to the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to a local auto shop. A professional technician noticed that the tread from the passenger side tire had completely separated from the tire. As a result, the tread from the tire became trapped underneath the vehicle, which damaged the engine and fuel pump system. The vehicle is currently being repaired at the cost of $1,900. The contact has pictures of the failed tire. The failure mileage was 28,000. Updated 05/29/08.
Dt*: the contact stated that the tire tread separated from the tire on two occasions. The first incident was with the right rear tire, while traveling in clear dry weather, at 40 MPH. The second incident was with the right front tire while traveling in dry clear weather, at 55 MPH. The service dealer suggested that the cause of the tread separation May be due to dry rot from the vehicle sitting too long. The manufacturer was contacted, but has not responded. The tires were replaced at the owners expense. Updated 8/16/20 -
While driving at 70 MPH consumer heard a rumbling noise. Consumer then pulled over to inspect the noise and noticed that the front left tire tread separated, but the tire still held air. Consumer took the tire to a retail store and got it replaced, but the cause of the tread separation was undetermined (continental ameri gs60). The driver's side window was inoperative. The dealer replaced the regulator.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle vibrated badly at any speed. The dealership aligned the front end, balanced the tires, and rotated the tires three times to correct the vibration, but the problem persisted. The dealership determined the left front tire's belt was broken and replaced the tire. On June 10, 2006, the tread on the left front tire detached and caused extensive damage to the vehicle.
While driving 70 MPH, the consumer felt a severe vibration on the drivers side of the vehicle. Soon after there was a loud explosion on the same side. After pulling over to the shoulder, the consumer discovered that tread separated from the tire. The tread damaged the left front fender and the headlights. The remaining three tires showed signs of tread separation.
2000 Buick Lesabre tire tread came off while driving down the highway causing damages to the vehicle. The consumer stated he experienced a vibration while driving. When the tread came off the tire, it caused damage to the fender of the vehicle. The right front tie rod end was loose, which was replaced by the dealer.
Failures: replace faulty general tires. Replace fuel pump 26000 miles. Eplace intake mainifold, eplace coil and spark plug wires at 52000 miles. Replace window regulators (4x's), replace transmission 63000 miles. Replace wheel bearing 74000 mi driven gently by a little school teacher - what a hunk of junk
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Lesabre years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2000 Buick Lesabre?
NHTSA has 41 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2000 Buick Lesabre, 6% of the model year's 669 complaints. The component named most often is tread/belt (13 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Buick Lesabre wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2000 Buick Lesabre, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Buick Lesabre wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 37,000 miles, and 11% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to wheels & tires problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.