2012 Buick LaCrosse

$1,999
from
61
listings
$2K–$15K
price range
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Low$1,999
High$14,900
From$1,999
Avg Mileage122,541 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 61 active dealer listings as of

2012 Buick LaCrosse Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,999
$2K–$15K
61 listings122,541 avg miles
Avenir
From$13,998
11 listings|$14K–$25K
CX
From$1,500
52 listings|$2K–$15K
CXL
From$1,500
114 listings|$2K–$14K
CXS
From$2,999
28 listings|$3K–$11K
Convenience
From$7,990
3 listings|$8K–$13K
Essence
From$4,250
85 listings|$4K–$29K
Leather
From$2,750
157 listings|$3K–$21K
Preferred
From$8,000
13 listings|$8K–$23K
Premium
From$1,999
186 listings|$2K–$26K
Sport Touring
From$7,988
8 listings|$8K–$18K
Touring
From$4,975
11 listings|$5K–$17K

2012 Buick LaCrosse Pricing

Price Trend

0%
$855$2K$4K$5K$7KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$900
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Buick LaCrosse Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 197 complaints, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
197
Complaints
10
Crashes
4
Fires
Recall Findings
11V4040002011-03-08
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK LACROSSE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 9, 2011, THROUGH JULY 2, 2011, FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 126, "ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS (ESC)." THE STABILITRAK SYSTEM HAS AN INCORRECT CALIBRATION THAT MAY CAUSE THE SYSTEM TO NOT PROPERLY DETECT IF A SENSOR WERE TO MALFUNCTION, AND THE WARNING LIGHT INDICATING THAT THE SYSTEM IS NOT OPERATING WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE, AS REQUIRED IN THE SAFETY STANDARD.

THE IMPROPER DIAGNOSING MAY CAUSE THE ESC TO FALSELY ACTIVATE, RESULTING IN SUDDEN CHANGES IN VEHICLE HANDLING AND DECELERATION, PARTICULARLY AT HIGHER SPEEDS, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE DRIVER DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING THE VEHICLE'S DESIRED PATH OF TRAVEL AND DESIRED VEHICLE SPEED, AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Buick LaCrosse's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 197 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System26
02Suspension25
03Engine21
04Power Train8
05Electronic Stability Control (esc)7
197 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Buick LaCrosse Fuel Economy

20–28mpg combined
·
16-24city
·
26-35hwy
·
$1,550-$2,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2012 Buick LaCrosse ranges from 20 to 28 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
LaCrosse eAssist - Automatic (AV-S6)
28mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city35 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
LaCrosse - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
LaCrosse AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 Buick LaCrosse

40States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 39 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

2012 Buick LaCrosse Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2012 Buick LaCrosse a good car to buy?

The 2012 Buick LaCrosse has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Buick LaCrosse?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2012 Buick LaCrosse. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Buick LaCrosse?

Depending on configuration, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse delivers 20–28 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2012 Buick LaCrosse?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2012 Buick LaCrosse, based on 197 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2012 compare to other Buick LaCrosse years?

The 2012 sits at a specific point in the Buick LaCrosse lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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