2017 Buick LaCrosse
2017 Buick LaCrosse
Overview
The 2017 Buick LaCrosse, a mid-size luxury sedan, aimed to blend comfort, technology, and a refined driving experience. It was offered with a choice of two distinct powertrains: a standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine with eAssist mild-hybrid technology and a more potent 3.6L V6. Both were paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The LaCrosse generally received positive reviews for its quiet cabin, smooth ride, and upscale interior. Reliability data for this model year suggests a generally solid performance, with most reported issues being minor or related to specific component failures rather than widespread systemic problems. Owners often praised its comfortable seating and advanced features for its time.
Engine
2.5L 4-Cylinder with eAssist
No widespread issues reported.
- Symptoms: No widespread issues reported.
- Solution: No widespread issues reported.
- Cost: N/A
3.6L V6
No widespread issues reported.
- Symptoms: No widespread issues reported.
- Solution: No widespread issues reported.
- Cost: N/A
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
No widespread issues reported.
- Symptoms: No widespread issues reported.
- Solution: No widespread issues reported.
- Cost: N/A
Suspension
Standard Chassis
No widespread issues reported.
- Symptoms: No widespread issues reported.
- Solution: No widespread issues reported.
- Cost: N/A
Electrical
Infotainment System
Occasional Glitches
- Symptoms: Screen freezing, unresponsiveness, Bluetooth connectivity issues.
- Solution: Software updates, system resets, or potential module replacement.
- Cost: $100 - $500
Battery Drain
Intermittent Battery Drain
- Symptoms: Premature battery failure, vehicle not starting.
- Solution: Diagnosis to identify parasitic draw, repair or replace faulty module/component.
- Cost: $200 - $600
Exterior
No Major Issues
No Major Issues
- Symptoms: No Major Issues
- Solution: No Major Issues
- Cost: N/A
Interior
No Major Issues
No Major Issues
- Symptoms: No Major Issues
- Solution: No Major Issues
- Cost: N/A
Summary Verdict
The 2017 Buick LaCrosse demonstrates good overall reliability, particularly in its powertrain and chassis components. The most frequently cited issues tend to be related to the infotainment system, such as occasional glitches and freezing, and less commonly, intermittent battery drain issues that require diagnostic attention. These electrical gremlins are not pervasive but are worth noting for potential owners. For the most part, the LaCrosse offers a dependable luxury sedan experience, with most components performing as expected without significant widespread failures.