Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Structure — runs 5.6× the fleet median for that category across the 1176 model-years tracked on this site.
164Complaints
1Recalls
9Crashes
4Fires
9Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Structure (23.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Structure complaints here are 5.6× the median for that category across the 1176 model-years tracked on this site.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Structure
39 · 23.8%
not available
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Air Bags
17 · 10.4%
Recalled
Recall 02V222000
Structure:body
15 · 9.1%
not available
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Electrical System
11 · 6.7%
not available
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Power Train
10 · 6.1%
not available
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Engine
8 · 4.9%
not available
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Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS7 · 4.3%
SUSPENSION6 · 3.7%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5 · 3%
Percentages are the share of the 164 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE AIR BAG CUSHION WOULD NOT INFLATE FULLY, REDUCING THE CAPABILITY OF THE BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“APPROX. APRIL 1, 2014 NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS "LIFTING" AWAY FROM THE BASE. SINCE THEN IT HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE, LIFTING FROM LEFT HAND…”NHTSA complaint 10609361 — filed 07/09/2014 · STRUCTURE
“AT A LITTLE OVER 40,000 MILES, I NOTICE A HUMP IN THE DASH COVER IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL. THE SEPARATION AND LIFTING HAS…”NHTSA complaint 10597235 — filed 06/09/2014 · STRUCTURE
“MY 2003 BUCK LESABRE DASH HAS BUCKLED IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND IS SLOWLY MOVING TO THE PASSENGER SIDE NOW. THE BUCKLE IN…”NHTSA complaint 10547050 — filed 10/07/2013 · STRUCTURE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Buick Lesabre?
Structure issues are the most-reported category, cited in 39 of 164 NHTSA complaints (23.8%), followed by air bags (17), structure:body (15), electrical system (11). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2003 Buick Lesabre have?
164 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 9 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 9 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2003 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign, including campaign 02V222000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2003 Buick Lesabre's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
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