NHTSA has 669 owner complaints on file for the 2000 Buick LeSabre[1]. The largest group is visibility, with 244 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.
- Visibility. 244 complaints[2]. Owners describe glare and reflections on the windshield from the dashboard. Others describe the windshield fogging over when the air conditioning runs, and wipers that quit working.
- Engine. 96 complaints[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe the engine stalling or shutting off while driving, sometimes with the power brakes and power steering going out afterward. Several say the dealer could not find the cause.
- Electrical System. 87 complaints[6]. Owners describe a horn that takes a lot of pressure to sound. Some describe dashboard warning lights and gauges acting up, and one tells of smoke under the hood.
- Steering. 47 complaints[7]. Owners describe vibration in turns, grinding sounds from the steering, and a loss of control in one story.
- Fuel System, Gasoline. 45 complaints[8].
- Brakes. 44 complaints[9].
- Tires. 36 complaints[10].
- Air Bags. 31 complaints[11].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2000 LeSabre is necessarily included.
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery (04V090), February 2004. About 910,873 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire.[12]
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components (00V114), April 2000. About 8,132 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: reduced braking.[13]
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights (99V355), December 1999. About 35,725 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced visibility.[14]
- Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly (99V301), October 1999. About 1,284 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, steering problems.[15]
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum (99V238), August 1999. About 988 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: reduced braking.[16]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| LeSabre, 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[4] | 17 / 27 / 20 | $3,350 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: 4 DR None[17].
Engine and size
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LESABRE 4DR SEDAN CUSTOM/LIMITED[18] | 200 in | 74 in | 57 in | 112 in | 3,567 lb |
How 2000 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 178 | 1 |
| 1996 | 98 | 2 |
| 1997 | 394 | 2 |
| 1998 | 400 | 1 |
| 1999 | 209 | 2 |
| 2000 | 669 | 5 |
| 2001 | 328 | 0 |
| 2002 | 310 | 2 |
| 2003 | 164 | 1 |
| 2004 | 162 | 0 |
| 2005 | 77 | 0 |
NHTSA's counts for the LeSabre show 669 complaints and 5 recalls for 2000[3]. Among the 11 model years listed, 10 have fewer complaints than 2000 and 0 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2005 (77) and the most are for 2000 (669)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2000 LeSabre?
The 2000 LeSabre has 669 complaints on file[1]. Visibility leads the list with 244 complaints[2], and owners describe glare, fogging and wipers that quit, all of which hurt the view of the road. Engine stalling stories[5] deserve a careful look on any test drive. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a score. Check the recalls section and have a mechanic look the car over before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Buick LeSabre?
- Visibility has the most complaints[2], followed by the engine[5] and the electrical system[6]. See the problems section for what owners describe.
- Does the 2000 Buick LeSabre have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year facts show 5 recalls[3]. They are listed in the Recalls section.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2000 Buick LeSabre?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
- Is the 2000 Buick LeSabre reliable?
- Owners filed 669 complaints with NHTSA[1]. Those are unverified reports, so read the problems section and check the recalls before you decide.
- Is 2000 the best year for the Buick LeSabre?
- The by-year comparison section on this page shows how model years line up, using complaint and recall counts[3].
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 669 owner complaints on file for the 2000 Buick LeSabre (26 mention a crash, 30 a fire, 24 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 244 complaints name the visibility component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 57,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Buick LeSabre model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for LeSabre, 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 27 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 96 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 15 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 59,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 87 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 11 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,600). NHTSA vehicle records
- 47 complaints name the steering component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 46,160). NHTSA vehicle records
- 45 complaints name the fuel system, gasoline component group (0 crashes, 4 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 60,069). NHTSA vehicle records
- 44 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 59,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 36 complaints name the tires component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 37,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 31 complaints name the air bags component group (17 crashes, 0 fires, 18 injuries, median mileage at failure 60,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 04V090, filed February 24, 2004: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 00V114, filed April 17, 2000: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 99V355, filed December 17, 1999: Exterior Lighting › Headlights. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 99V301, filed October 29, 1999: Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 99V238, filed August 27, 1999: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum. NHTSA recall database
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR None: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, LESABRE 4DR SEDAN CUSTOM/LIMITED: length 200 in, width 74 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 112 in, curb weight 3,567 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov