NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1979 Buick Lesabre and 1 owner complaint. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (1 reports), followed by latches/locks/linkages (1). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
Problem: The heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. This is due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.
Fix: Dealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.
1,326,404 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: On the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. This can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.
Fix: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.
15,328 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Electrical System · Jun 6, 1997 · 00
The battery cable became disconnected, causing loss of lights, power steering, and brakes, resulting in an accident and a fatality.
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Jun 6, 1997 · 00
The hood popped open, causing an accident.
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1979 Buick Lesabre, the most recent one (79V247000) for seat belts. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (1), latches/locks/linkages (1).
Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 2 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.