2014 Buick Lacrosse EassistRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 60 owner complaints for the 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist. Most complaints involve electrical system (13) and steering (12). The EPA rates it 28 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Electrical system13
- Steering12
- Air bags7
- Electronic stability control (esc)5
- Service brakes5
- Exterior lighting5
- Seat belts4
- Wheels4
- Engine4
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
What owners report most
Electrical system
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 92,864, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 84,924. Local authorities had not been contacted.”
Steering
“The contact owns a 2014 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while his wife was driving on the highway at 25 MPH, the “Service Power Steering” message was displayed, and shortly afterward the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated that his wife proceeded to make her way onto the side of the highway and parked the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that the steering rack had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 79,535.”
Air bags
“WAS IN A ACCIDENT 2/16 SPEED LIMIT 40 DRIVING ON CITY STREET. CAR IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF THE RD AND STARTED BACKING UP TRIED TO AVOID COLLISION AND STILL HAD IMPACT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE CAR ENGINE SEEMED TO ACCELERATE INSTEAD OF SLOW DOWN. I HAD THIS HAPPEN ONE TIME BEFORE WHILE BREAKING BUT THEN IT SWITCHED BACK AND DROVE NORMAL CALLED DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID NO RECALLS. MY CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS FRONT IMPACT NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED”
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl hybrid
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S6)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaCrosse eAssist Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,200 | 312 |
- 28mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 4 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 11.8%
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 4 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 11.8%
Maintenance basics
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
2014 Lacrosse Eassist questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist problems?
Owners filed 60 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (13), steering (12), air bags (7). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist at 28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).
How safe is the 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Buick Lacrosse Eassist 5 out of 5 stars overall.