Sell your 2005 Buick LaCrosse for cash

The 2005 Buick LaCrosse is a midsize car that came with a choice of 3.6L 6-cyl and 3.8L 6-cyl engines. At 21 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2005 Buick LaCrosse at a glance

Body styleMidsize Cars
Engines3.6L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy17–18 city / 25–27 highway / 20–21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,200–$3,350 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423–444 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age21 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 21 years old, most of a 2005 LaCrosse's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a midsize car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 LaCrosse. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the exterior lighting, typically around 93,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2005 Buick LaCrosse recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2005 Buick LaCrosse. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Exterior LightingAug 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V519000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat…

Risk: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Electrical SystemJun 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V355000

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse…

Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, an

Air BagsOct 2006 · NHTSA campaign 06V417000

Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.

Risk: If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. In either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment

Service Brakes, HydraulicApr 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V156000

On certain passenger vehicles, the clip that secures the brake pushrod to the brake pedal arm pin could have been bent when it was installed. A bent clip may come off, allowing the brake booster pushrod to separate from the brake pedal.

Risk: Pushing on the pedal will not apply the brakes and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.

Common 2005 LaCrosse problems

Owners have filed 315 complaints about the 2005 Buick LaCrosse with NHTSA. 7 reports involved a crash and 6 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 4 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Exterior Lighting74
  • Electrical System69
  • Steering48
  • Air Bags27
  • Service Brakes13
  • Power Train12

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Exterior Lighting93,000 mi
  • Electrical System107,000 mi
  • Steering41,000 mi
  • Air Bags90,000 mi
  • Service Brakes81,000 mi
  • Power Train83,000 mi

2005 Buick LaCrosse service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 576 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2005 Buick LaCrosse. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment74
  • Equipment68
  • Electrical System60
  • Engine and Engine Cooling39
  • Engine31
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility27

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2025 · PIP5601C

    This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 2005 LaCrosse: questions

How much is a 2005 Buick LaCrosse worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2005 LaCrosse that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2005 LaCrosses that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2005 LaCrosse with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Buick LaCrosse; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2005 LaCrosse?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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