Wheel & Tire complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the tire pressure low warning indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the valve stem failed and needed to be replaced. The contact had the vehicle repaired; however, the failure recurred and the tire began to leak. The contact had the vehicle repaired a second time. The failure recurred to the rear driver side tire. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the contact was informed that the peeling of the chrome on the rims caused the failure, including the failed valve stem. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and informed the contact that the repairs were not covered under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 21,800. Updated 07/12/17
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that the tires deflated when salt from the road came in contact with the wheels. The vehicle was diagnosed, but not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 23,000. The VIN was not available.
I had to take the car to a gas station in the area because my tires were going flat constantly. I was continually putting air in the tires. I would lose 10 to 15 lbs of air per day! After talking to the mechanic, he told me that the bad rim was the problem. These rims were no good and a problem that is dangerous! I was told at that time that this was a constant problem with the chrome wheels. I had gone into a ditch last year because of the loss of air in a rear tire and had another car been coming at the time, I May have been killed. I just now replaced all four tires at the Buick dealership here, brenengen auto, with new tires which match the original tires for this car. They found "heavy corrosion on the left rear rim" and they recommended replacing the rims to fix this problem. The cost of new rims is prohibitive! The tire to road is the most dangerous thing to go wrong!. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving or parked, the front passenger and rear driver side tires would not maintain air. After air was added to both tires, they would become flat. The contact had to put air in the tires daily. The contact had new tires installed on the vehicle, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rims needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000. The VIN was not available.
2006 Buick Lucerne chrome wheels failure. I started to experience flat tires constantly. Took the car in to a tire shop, I was told that the chrome wheels are corroded to the point that they will not seal probably. I informed GM about the issue. I was told that the car was not under warranty and GM would not replace the wheels. The last time I drove the car the front passenger tire deflated causing me to loose control which resulted with me going in the medium. The car has not been driven since. The mileage is 80,000. There needs to be a safety recall done on the chrome rims. GM knows that this a problem and will not solve the issue.
I lost engine power as I was driving on i75 approximately 16 miles south of venice florida. One of the tires exploded and the whole wiring system was destroyed due to the tire explosion, as well as the back bumper. My vehicle was towed to the Buick dealer in venice florida. Repair costs including towing and rental car for the period my vehicle was being repaired elevated to approximately $1600.00. This does not include replacement of the back bumper which would cost an additional $1400.00 per Buick's quote. I was informed of a recall by Buick due to the exact reasons that LED to my accident and related costs. General motors is declining responsibility whereas I did experience the problems listed in the reasons for recall number 14299.
Frequently asked questions
Which Buick Lucerne years have wheel & tire problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (25) and 2007 (20) model years. Wheel & Tire complaints make up 8% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for Buick Lucerne wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for any Buick Lucerne model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Buick Lucerne wheel & tire problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 56,000 miles; 49% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the rim (4 mentions), followed by the pressure monitoring and regulating systems (4).
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.