Complaints
264
Crashes
14
Fires
27
Injuries
8
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1993 Buick Lesabre Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#144 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Crash-related:4
#218 complaints
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
Avg mileage:93,000 mi
Fires:7
#313 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Fires:9
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1993 Buick Lesabre.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 44 | 4 | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines | 18 | — | 7 | 93,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 13 | — | 9 | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 11 | — | — | 109,714 mi | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 5 | 2 | — | 58,000 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 | 4 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 4 | — | 4 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Wheel Cylinders | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 2 | — | 1 | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
44
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
7
Avg Miles
93,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
9
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,714
Brake Master Cylinder
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
58,000
Air Bags:Frontal
5
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Wheel Cylinders
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
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1993 Buick Lesabre — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1993 Buick Lesabre reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1993 Buick Lesabre has 264 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 44 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1993 Buick Lesabre?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (44 complaints); Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines (18 complaints, avg 93,000 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (13 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1993 Buick Lesabre?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 93,260 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1993 Buick Lesabre?
NHTSA complaints for the 1993 Buick Lesabre include 14 crash-related reports, 27 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1993 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1993 Buick Lesabre as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1993 Buick Lesabre?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Buick Lesabre reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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