How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Buick LaCrosse?

NHTSA lists 24 steering complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 19% of the 129 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2013 Buick LaCrosse?

No related recalls are listed in the data for this steering issue.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints was 64,941 miles.

Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows one crash linked to steering complaints on the 2013 LaCrosse and no reported injuries or fires.

How does 2013 compare to other LaCrosse years for steering complaints?

The 2013 model year's steering share of 19% is higher than 2010 (9%), 2011 (7%), and 2012 (12%), though lower than 2015 (27%) and 2016 (25%).

2013 Buick LaCrosse Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 24 steering complaints for the 2013 Buick LaCrosse, 19% of all 129 complaints filed for that model year. The median mileage at failure was 64,941 miles, and one crash was linked to the issue. No related recalls are listed.

Steering complaints: 24; 19% of 129
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 64,941 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering assist suddenly cuts out while driving at highway speed, forcing the driver to fight the wheel to stay in the lane.
A "Service Power Steering" warning message appears on the dash right before or during a loss of steering assist.
Steering becomes very difficult or the wheel locks up briefly at low speeds, such as when backing out of a parking spot.
Power steering failure sometimes occurs alongside electrical symptoms like a battery warning light, stalling, or the dash going dark.
The problem is often intermittent, with steering assist returning after the vehicle is restarted, then failing again later.

When 2013 Buick LaCrosse steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 26, 2013, latest Jun 1, 2026.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Jun 2026; peak Aug 2020 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Buick LaCrosse

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by LaCrosse model year

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

200551 (16%)
200626 (9%)
200722 (9%)
200814 (6%)
20091 (1%)
201017 (9%)
201112 (7%)
201224 (12%)
201324 (19%)
201412 (19%)
201512 (27%)
201612 (25%)
20171 (3%)
20180 (0%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Buick LaCrosse?: NHTSA lists 24 steering complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 19% of the 129 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2013 Buick LaCrosse?: No related recalls are listed in the data for this steering issue.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints was 64,941 miles.
Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows one crash linked to steering complaints on the 2013 LaCrosse and no reported injuries or fires.
How does 2013 compare to other LaCrosse years for steering complaints?: The 2013 model year's steering share of 19% is higher than 2010 (9%), 2011 (7%), and 2012 (12%), though lower than 2015 (27%) and 2016 (25%).