NHTSA has 328 owner complaints on file for the 2001 Buick LeSabre[1]. The biggest group is visibility, with 99 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners name most often, biggest first.
- Visibility. 99 complaints[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe glare and reflections on the windshield, fumes and odors coming through the vents, and a windshield that was not set in properly.
- Structure. 50 complaints[4]. Owners describe sun visors that sit awkwardly, doors that lock on their own, loose or misaligned parts, and shaking while driving.
- Engine. 47 complaints[5]. This group includes 14 fires[5]. Owners describe warning lights, stalling, odd noises, and the car shutting off without warning.
- Electrical System. 38 complaints[6]. Owners describe a fire under the hood and wiring trouble that knocked out lights and instruments while driving.
- Power Train. 31 complaints[7]. The median mileage at failure for this group is 50,000[7].
- Air Bags. 29 complaints[8]. This group includes 7 crashes and 11 injuries[8].
- Steering. 29 complaints[9]. The median mileage at failure for this group is 38,308[9].
- Suspension. 17 complaints[10].
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2001 LeSabre[11].
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[3] | 17 / 27 / 20 | $3,350 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: 4 DR None[12].
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[13] | 200 in | 74 in | 57 in | 112 in | 3,567 lb |
How 2001 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 328 complaints and 0 recalls for 2001[11]. Among the 11 model years listed, 7 have fewer complaints than 2001 and 3 have more[11]. The fewest complaints are for 2005 (77) and the most are for 2000 (669)[11]. 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 2001 LeSabre?
The 2001 Buick LeSabre has a long list of owner complaints, 328 in all[1]. Visibility leads the list with 99 complaints[2]. The engine group stands out for fires, with 14[5]. Air bag complaints number 29, and they carry 7 crashes and 11 injuries[8]. These are unverified reports and are not adjusted for sales, so read them as a guide for what to check on a test drive and in a repair history.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Buick LeSabre?
- Visibility is the largest group, with 99 complaints[2]. Structure follows with 50[4] and engine with 47[5].
- Are there recalls for the 2001 Buick LeSabre?
- The by-year count shows 0 recalls in our data[11]. Check the Recalls section on this page for the full list.
- Is the 2001 Buick LeSabre reliable?
- Owners filed 328 complaints with NHTSA[1]. These reports are unverified and not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide to what to inspect.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2001 Buick LeSabre?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
- Is the 2001 the best year for the LeSabre?
- See the by-year comparison section on this page, which sets the complaint counts side by side.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 328 owner complaints on file for the 2001 Buick LeSabre (10 mention a crash, 22 a fire, 14 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 99 complaints name the visibility component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 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
- 50 complaints name the structure component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 69,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 47 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 14 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 106,270). NHTSA vehicle records
- 38 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 59,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 31 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 50,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 29 complaints name the air bags component group (7 crashes, 0 fires, 11 injuries, median mileage at failure 71,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 29 complaints name the steering component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 38,308). NHTSA vehicle records
- 17 complaints name the suspension component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 48,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Buick LeSabre model year (chart above). 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