Worst 1988 Buick Lesabre Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering:Rack And Pinion
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1988 Buick Lesabre.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Wheel Cylinders | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — |
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1988 Buick Lesabre — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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