How common are electrical system complaints on the 2011 Buick LaCrosse?

NHTSA recorded 33 electrical system complaints for the 2011 LaCrosse, which is 20% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Buick LaCrosse electrical system?

No, NHTSA does not list any recalls tied to the electrical system for the 2011 LaCrosse in this data.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2011 LaCrosse?

The median mileage at failure among reported electrical system complaints was 57,677 miles.

Did the 2011 LaCrosse have more electrical complaints than other years?

The 2011 LaCrosse had 33 electrical complaints (20% share), lower than 2012's 64 complaints (31% share) and 2013's 54 complaints (42% share), but higher than 2016's 4 complaints (8% share).

Were any crashes or injuries linked to electrical issues on the 2011 LaCrosse?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to electrical system complaints for the 2011 LaCrosse, though 1 fire was reported.

2011 Buick LaCrosse Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 33 electrical system complaints for the 2011 Buick LaCrosse, 20% of its 169 total complaints that year. The median mileage at failure was 57,677. No recalls are linked to this component area.

Electrical System complaints: 33; 20% of 169
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 57,678 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Instrument cluster, speedometer, navigation, radio, and turn signals go dark or stop responding while driving at highway speed.
Push-button start or keyless ignition intermittently fails to start the vehicle, sometimes requiring repeated presses while shutting off accessories.
Vehicle fails to start after the battery is drained or dies, with clicking noises and dim lights, occasionally requiring a jump start or battery replacement.
Navigation and backup camera displays switch to night mode and go dark for an extended period even in daylight.
Owners report unknown wiring burned under the hood, with visible signs of an under-hood fire.
Push-button ignition sometimes keeps the engine running for several minutes after the driver walks away.

When 2011 Buick LaCrosse electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 21, 2011, latest Jul 14, 2026.

33 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2011 to Jul 2026; peak Oct 2015 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2011 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 common are electrical system complaints on the 2011 Buick LaCrosse?: NHTSA recorded 33 electrical system complaints for the 2011 LaCrosse, which is 20% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Buick LaCrosse electrical system?: No, NHTSA does not list any recalls tied to the electrical system for the 2011 LaCrosse in this data.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2011 LaCrosse?: The median mileage at failure among reported electrical system complaints was 57,677 miles.
Did the 2011 LaCrosse have more electrical complaints than other years?: The 2011 LaCrosse had 33 electrical complaints (20% share), lower than 2012's 64 complaints (31% share) and 2013's 54 complaints (42% share), but higher than 2016's 4 complaints (8% share).
Were any crashes or injuries linked to electrical issues on the 2011 LaCrosse?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to electrical system complaints for the 2011 LaCrosse, though 1 fire was reported.