Buick LeSabre — Specs, Problems & Recalls

Buick LeSabre: The Buick LeSabre is a vehicle sold in the U.S. market. Enter its 17-character VIN below to pull the exact build from NHTSA vPIC: model year, trim, engine, drivetrain and assembly plant, plus any open safety recalls filed for that model year. Decode a specific VIN below to confirm the exact year, trim and equipment, and to check for open safety recalls.

Research any Buick LeSabre model year

Specs, engines, MPG and open safety recalls for each production year.

Each year page has that year's specific specs, EPA MPG, NHTSA crash-test ratings and every open recall campaign filed for that year and model.

Overview
MakeBuick
ModelLeSabre
Body StyleVehicle
Production YearsMultiple model years
Country of OriginUnited States
Available Engines

Buick LeSabre generations

Model-line generations with their production years. Each generation hub lists every model year with its data.

Generations of the Buick LeSabre
First generation 1959–1960
Second generation 1961–1964
Third generation 1965–1970
Fourth generation 1971–1976
Fifth generation 1977–1985
Sixth generation 1986–1991
Seventh generation 1992–1999
Eighth generation 2000–2005

Why Buyers Choose the Buick LeSabre

  • Verify the exact build with a free VIN decode
  • Check open NHTSA recalls in seconds
  • Confirm the listing matches the factory specification

Common Problems to Check

Known issues reported for the Buick LeSabre. Always inspect the specific vehicle and decode its VIN for recall status.

  • Wear items (brakes, suspension bushings, tires) at a rate set by mileage and prior care
  • Electronics and infotainment faults reported on some model years
  • Any open recall: verify by VIN, since repairs are free at the dealer

Reliability: How long a used Buick LeSabre lasts depends mostly on its maintenance history, not the badge. Pull the recall list for the model year, read the service records and pay for an independent inspection before you commit.

Check engine light on your Buick LeSabre?

Every 1996-and-newer car uses the OBD-II standard. Enter any stored code, then P0300, P0420, or search our full database of over 2,000 codes, to see what it means and how serious it is.

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Recent Recalls

Recall data for this model has not been ingested yet. Check the official NHTSA recall lookup or decode a specific VIN — VIN decodes always query the current NHTSA database.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I decode a Buick LeSabre VIN?

Enter the 17-character VIN in the box above. VinSpecs returns the exact year, trim, engine, drivetrain and assembly plant for your Buick LeSabre, plus any open recalls, free.

Is the Buick LeSabre reliable?

How long a used Buick LeSabre lasts depends mostly on its maintenance history, not the badge. Pull the recall list for the model year, read the service records and pay for an independent inspection before you commit.

How do I check the Buick LeSabre for recalls?

Use our free recall checker by year, make and model, or decode a specific VIN for its exact recall status.

What should I check before buying a used Buick LeSabre?

Run a VIN decode + recall check here, get a NMVTIS-backed title history report to catch salvage/flood brands, then have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle on a lift. Cross-reference the seller's mileage claim against the odometer history on record.

Where is the VIN located on a Buick LeSabre?

The 17-character VIN is stamped in several places: visible through the windshield on the driver's-side dashboard, on a sticker inside the driver's door jamb, and on the vehicle registration and insurance card. All should match, mismatched VINs are a fraud red flag.