Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Buick Lucerne owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that a Chevrolet suburban crashed into the rear of the vehicle while driving at unknown speeds. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that the service air bag indicator illuminated and flashed following the crash. The contact sustained whiplash, neck, and back pain, which required medical attention. It was unknown if the six occupants of the Chevrolet suburban sustained injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed and repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 163,000. ...updated 10/23/17
Airbags did not deploy. Damage to front of vehicle sustained at least 20mph down to minimum 16mph traveling but making a left turn. Buick hit oncoming car in a near front on collision. Buick's front damaged by a punch that drove into the engine (corner of oncoming vehicle hit our vehicle just off center toward driver side) and resulting in a near front on collision, from inspection by adjuster, and first responders were that air bags should have deployed. Vehicle had over $9,000 in front end repair needed, enough to total vehicle. Bumper totally destroyed, radiator and fan gone, hood back to windshield folded.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Buick Lucerne. While driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained back and neck injuries and the driver sustained back and neck injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed and was towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Buick Lucerne. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact's vehicle crashed into the front end of another vehicle. The contact sustained a concussion and injuries to the right knee and neck. Medical attention was required. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a salvage facility. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Buick Lucerne. While driving various speeds and making a turn, another vehicle crashed into the front passenger side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy with the massive impact. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000. Updated 02/18/16
Tl contact leased a 2007 GM Buick Lucerne. While driving approximately 25 MPH and applying pressure to the brake pedal the engine started racing. The driver was unable to slow down. The contact swayed to the right to avoid crashing into the vehicle in front of him. He crashed into a telephone pole and the front air bags did not deploy. There were no prior warnings. The fire department and ambulance arrived and the contact was taken to the hospital. A police report was filed at the hospital. The insurance company has not determined if the vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. The failure mileage and current mileages were 7,100. Updated 08/12/08 the consumer stated the estimated damage was $7800. Updated 08/12/08
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Buick Lucerne. While driving at a low speed downhill, the brakes failed to function. The vehicle crashed into the woods. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard where it was deemed destroyed. The contact sustained leg injuries, but no medical attention was required. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was not provided. Updated 01/25/17 consumer stated going down steep hill 1/2 mile from home put on brakes and they went to the floor. Consumer hit the trees and rocks on the road no airbag deployed. Car was totaled. Updated 06/25/18
I had entered a left turn lane and had gotten over the line into oncoming traffic. Another vehicle struck me head-on at approximately 50 miles per hour. My air bags (side and front) did not deploy. I struck the steering wheel with my right chest (the seatbelts worked). It took over 6 weeks for the blood accumulation and bruising to subside. When I called my Buick dealer, they told me that if I had not hit the front bumper in the center, that the airbag might not deploy. I consider that nonsense, since even the motor mounts were broken, resulting in the vehicle being totaled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, he maneuvered to avoid crashing into an animal and crashed into a ditch, rolling over before stopping in an upright position. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered from major injuries to the arm and additional unknown injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and was not inspected for the cause of the air bag failure. The failure and current mileage was 58,000. Updated 09/05/13
Tl contact owns a 2007 Buick Lucerne. While driving 45 MPH he rear ended another vehicle and the front air bags did not deploy. There was damage to the front middle part of the bumper. The vehicle was towed. The driver suffered a broken sternum and the passenger sustained bruised ribs and a sprained hand. As of August 8, 2007, the dealer has not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 7,000. Updated 02-11-08
Airbag complaints in other Lucerne years
Frequently asked questions
How common are airbag problems on the 2007 Buick Lucerne?
NHTSA has 24 complaints about the air bags of the 2007 Buick Lucerne, 15% of the model year's 164 complaints. The component named most often is frontal (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Buick Lucerne airbag problems?
No. NHTSA lists no air bags recall for the 2007 Buick Lucerne, though it has 4 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 2007 Buick Lucerne airbag problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 51,000 miles, and 32% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 15 crashes, 0 fires and 15 injuries to air bags 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.