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1G4GD5ER3CF275477

2012 BUICK LaCrosse

Vehicle Summary

The 2012 Buick LaCrosse is a luxurious 4-door sedan featuring a 2.4-liter Ecotec engine with 4 cylinders and front-wheel drive. With a focus on safety, it includes curtain airbags for all rows, as well as front and side airbags for the driver and passenger. This model is equipped with a stoichiometric gasoline direct injection system and comes with a premium trim that includes leather seats. Manufactured by General Motors in Kansas City, it embodies both comfort and efficiency in a mid-size vehicle.

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Make

BUICK

Model

LaCrosse

Year

2012

Engine

2.4L

Complete Specifications

31 specs

Make BUICK

Manufacturer Name GENERAL MOTORS LLC

Model LaCrosse

Model Year 2012

Plant City KANSAS CITY

Trim Premium 1

Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)

Plant Company Name Fairfax Assembly

Plant State KANSAS

Trim2 w/ Leather

Note Body type: 4Dr Sedan; Notchback

Body Class Sedan/Saloon

Doors 4

Windows 4

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Drive Type FWD/Front-Wheel Drive

Engine Number of Cylinders 4

Displacement (CC) 2400.0

Displacement (CI) 146.45698582735

Displacement (L) 2.4

Engine Model LUK - ALUM, BAS, Ecotec.

Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline

Valve Train Design Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type Stoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)

Seat Belt Type Manual

Curtain Air Bag Locations All Rows

Front Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type Direct

Known Issues for This Vehicle

Oil leaks

The Ecotec engine can develop oil leaks, particularly from valve cover gaskets or oil pan gaskets, due to wear and tear over time.

Timing chain issues

The timing chain in the Ecotec engine may become noisy or stretched, leading to potential timing issues and poor engine performance.

Intake manifold gasket failure

The gasket may degrade over time, causing vacuum leaks and impacting the engine's efficiency and idle stability.

Ignition coil failure

The ignition coils in a 4-cylinder Ecotec engine may fail, leading to misfires, rough idling, and decreased fuel efficiency.

Coolant leaks

The water pump or thermostat housing may leak, leading to engine overheating if not addressed in a timely manner.

Carbon buildup

Over time, carbon deposits can accumulate on intake valves, affecting engine performance and efficiency.

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