Buick LaCrosse

20112019 · 15 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
22
Best
25

The Buick LaCrosse has been tested by the EPA across 15 different configurations spanning model years 2011 through 2019. Over this period, the LaCrosse has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2019
24
2018
24
2017
25
2016
21
2015
21
2014
21
2013
21
2012
21
2011
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (LaCrosse) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Buick LaCrosse. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Buick Buick / Opel LaCrosse grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
460
Total Deaths
285

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
10.4%
Fire Occurrence
3.9%
Speeding Involved
11.7%
DUI Involved
12.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
21%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes54
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2022
Fatal Crashes67
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2021
Fatal Crashes54
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2020
Fatal Crashes56
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2019
Fatal Crashes50
Fatalities
30
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2018
Fatal Crashes43
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2017
Fatal Crashes47
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2016
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2015
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2014
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.43

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2018
3
2017
2
2015
1
2014
5
2013
2
2012
2
2011
4
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