2012 Buick LaCrosse

$3,888
from
59
listings
$4K–$13K
price range
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Low$3,888
High$13,124
From$3,888
Avg Mileage116,525 mi
(26d ago)

Sourced from 59 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2012 Buick LaCrosse Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,888
$4K–$13K
59 listings116,525 avg miles
Avenir
From$16,850
9 listings|$17K–$26K
CX
From$1,800
35 listings|$2K–$11K
CXL
From$525
93 listings|$525–$13K
CXS
From$3,600
27 listings|$4K–$15K
Convenience
From$5,280
3 listings|$5K–$9K
Essence
From$7,719
111 listings|$8K–$29K
Leather
From$1,800
148 listings|$2K–$20K
Preferred
From$7,000
7 listings|$7K–$21K
Premium
From$3,888
162 listings|$4K–$26K
Sport Touring
From$8,990
7 listings|$9K–$16K
Touring
From$4,250
13 listings|$4K–$16K

2012 Buick LaCrosse Pricing

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Buick LaCrosse Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 206 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
206
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 206 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System27
02Suspension26
03Engine21
04Unknown Or Other8
05Power Train8
206 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Buick LaCrosse Fuel Economy

20–28mpg combined
·
16-24city
·
26-35hwy
·
$2,200-$3,100/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~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
LaCrosse - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
LaCrosse AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$3,100/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 (10%), 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 206 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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