How many electrical complaints does the 2010 Buick LaCrosse have?

NHTSA lists 50 electrical system complaints for the 2010 LaCrosse, making up 27% of the 188 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse electrical system?

No. NHTSA's database shows no related recalls tied to the electrical system complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do electrical problems usually happen on the 2010 LaCrosse?

The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints on the 2010 LaCrosse is 67,000 miles.

Did the 2010 LaCrosse electrical problems cause fires?

NHTSA records six fire incidents and one crash tied to electrical system complaints for the 2010 LaCrosse, with no reported injuries.

Is the 2010 LaCrosse worse for electrical issues than other years?

Among LaCrosse model years listed, 2010 and 2012 show the highest electrical complaint counts (50 and 64), while 2016 and 2019 show far fewer.

2010 Buick LaCrosse Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 50 electrical system complaints for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 27% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 67,000. Six of those complaints involved fires, and no related recall exists in NHTSA's database for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 50; 27% of 188
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 6
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 67,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of engine power and complete electrical shutdown while driving, in one case leading to a crash.
Several complaints describe dashboard lights and warning indicators flashing erratically, sometimes freezing the vehicle in park and triggering an anti-theft lockdown.
Multiple owners report engine bay fires, including one that occurred while driving at 60 mph and melted the wiring harness under the hood.
Some drivers report the push-to-start button engaging accidentally and shutting off the vehicle while in motion.
Owners describe battery drain issues where the vehicle would not hold a charge despite dealer troubleshooting and repeated low-voltage readings.
A few complaints mention headlamp wiring connectors that burned or shorted, causing the headlamp assembly to stop working even after dealer repair.

When 2010 Buick LaCrosse electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 8, 2010, latest Dec 16, 2025.

50 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2010 to Dec 2025; peak Feb 2014 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by LaCrosse model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201050 (27%)
201133 (20%)
201264 (31%)
201354 (42%)
201419 (30%)
201513 (30%)
20164 (8%)
201711 (32%)
20185 (42%)
20191 (17%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2010 Buick LaCrosse have?: NHTSA lists 50 electrical system complaints for the 2010 LaCrosse, making up 27% of the 188 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse electrical system?: No. NHTSA's database shows no related recalls tied to the electrical system complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do electrical problems usually happen on the 2010 LaCrosse?: The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints on the 2010 LaCrosse is 67,000 miles.
Did the 2010 LaCrosse electrical problems cause fires?: NHTSA records six fire incidents and one crash tied to electrical system complaints for the 2010 LaCrosse, with no reported injuries.
Is the 2010 LaCrosse worse for electrical issues than other years?: Among LaCrosse model years listed, 2010 and 2012 show the highest electrical complaint counts (50 and 64), while 2016 and 2019 show far fewer.