Sell your 2018 Buick LaCrosse for cash

The 2018 Buick LaCrosse is a midsize car that came with a choice of 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl engines. Even at 8 years old, a damaged or broken-down one still has real value for its parts. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2018 Buick LaCrosse at a glance

Body styleMidsize Cars
Engines2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (S9), Automatic 6-spd
DriveAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy20–25 city / 29–35 highway / 23–29 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,300–$2,900 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂306–386 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score5–6 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score5–6 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)3,771 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating4,438–4,870 lb
Versions tested by EPA3 configurations: LaCrosse AWD, LaCrosse eAssist, LaCrosse
Age8 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 8 years old, a 2018 LaCrosse is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2018 LaCrosse weighed 3,771 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. 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 3 recalls for the 2018 LaCrosse. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 100,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2018 Buick LaCrosse recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2018 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.

Power TrainOct 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V668000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may…

Risk: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increas

Service Brakes, HydraulicAug 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V576000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets…

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Fuel System, GasolineMay 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V358000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump…

Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Common 2018 LaCrosse problems

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2018 Buick LaCrosse with NHTSA.

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

  • Electrical System5
  • Engine4
  • Power Train3
  • Fuel/Propulsion System2
  • Fuel System, Gasoline1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System100,000 mi
  • Engine27,000 mi
  • Power Train161,000 mi
  • Fuel System, Gasoline161,000 mi
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic161,000 mi

2018 Buick LaCrosse crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Buick LaCrosse, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.9%
4 Dr, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.9%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2018 Buick LaCrosse service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 991 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2018 Buick LaCrosse. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

1 of them is a warranty extension. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment150
  • Electrical System126
  • Engine and Engine Cooling85
  • Equipment81
  • Engine80
  • Unknown or Other65

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIT5698F

    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2026 · PIT5099J

    PI to help diagnose A/C concern

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Buick LaCrosse years

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Selling a 2018 LaCrosse: questions

How much is a 2018 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 2018 LaCrosse that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2018 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 2018 LaCrosse with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 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 2018 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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