FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A. Incentive offers vary throughout the year. Please see the Current Offers page for Buick's national or regional incentives or contact a dealer at the Buick Dealer Locator to inquire about any potential local offers. If you would prefer to contact us by phone, we can be reached at 1-800-422-8425. Monday - Friday 8am-9pm EST. Saturday 9am-6pm EST.

A. Because the available options and their prices vary from model to model, it's best to ask your dealer for the specifics. He or she will be glad to explain the options available for the model you're interested in. To locate a Buick dealer please visit the Buick Dealer Locator.

A. Ask your local Buick dealer for specifics about the model you're interested in. He or she will be glad to provide you with a schedule. To locate a Buick dealer please visit the Buick Dealer Locator.

A. Your trade-in value is determined by the Dealer and could vary based on many factors, including mileage, the overall condition of your vehicle, the popularity of your vehicle and current regional market conditions. Check with your Dealer for details.

A. No. However, you may order a vehicle from the factory through an authorized Buick dealer. To locate a Buick dealer please visit the Buick Dealer Locator.

A. Whether you want to lease or buy, your GM dealership and Ally have some smart ways to fit a new GM vehicle into your life and your budget. To view the range of Ally financing choices your dealership offers to qualified customers, visit Ally.

A. Yes. Just fill out and submit our online Ally Bank Express Application. Once Ally receives your information, they'll process it quickly and e-mail you a printable certificate to take to the GM dealership of your choice to complete the application process.

A.  E85 Ethanol a blend of 85% ethanol and 15 gasoline, is a renewable fuel made mostly from U.S.-grown corn. E85 Ethanol Flexible Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are designed to run on E85, gasoline or any blend of the two. Learn more about E85 and locate fueling stations near you.

A. To learn about the specific items on your vehicle, please refer to Section 1 in your Buick Owner's Manual, "Seats and Restraint Systems." For general information please visit the safety section on the GM website.

A. Stability enhancement systems help drivers maintain control of vehicles during certain low traction driving conditions such as ice, snow, gravel, wet pavement and uneven road surfaces, as well as in emergency lane changes or avoidance maneuvers. For more details as well as how the system works, please visit the StabiliTrak section on the GM website.

A. A vehicle equipped with all-wheel drive temporarily transfers power to all four driving wheels automatically when the need is sensed by the vehicle. A vehicle equipped with four-wheel drive (4x4) can transfer power from two wheels to all four wheels upon driver demand, usually by pushing a button or turning a switch.

A. Onstar is now offered on nearly every GM vehicle sold in the US and Canada. OnStar is the in-vehicle safety and security system created to help protect you and your family on the road. OnStar's innovative three-button system offers:

• 24-hour access to expertly trained, caring advisors
• A connection to emergency assistance
• Access to OnStar Hands-Free Calling in covered areas (prepaid calling charges apply)
• Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for system limitations and details.

A. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics is an exclusive new service that runs diagnostic checks on a vehicle's key operating systems and sends the customer monthly reports by e-mail. It's available only from OnStar and GM — just one more way OnStar helps give you peace of mind on the road. Visit onstar.com for more information.

A. All GM cars and light duty trucks are covered. The Powertrain Limited Warranty is 100,000 miles or 5 years (whichever comes first, see dealer for details). It is fully transferable and there are no fees and no deductibles. In addition, the Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation programs are also 100,000 miles or 5-years (whichever comes first). For more details, please visit your Buick Dealer or visit the Warranty section on GM.com.

A. The bumper-to-bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty on new Buick cars and light-duty trucks remains in effect for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first, see dealer for details). The powertrain limited warranty supplements the bumper to bumper warranty and, in general, continues to cover the engine, transmission, transfer case and axle assemblies on light duty vehicles up to the 100,000 miles or 5 years (whichever comes first, see dealer for details) from the vehicle's in-service date. For more details, please visit your dealer or visit the Warranty section on GM.com.

A. The Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty covers most GM vehicles registered in the U.S. and Canada from the date the vehicle is first delivered until it reaches 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first, see dealer for details). It covers the vehicle from bumper to bumper on any vehicle defect related to materials or workmanship. Original tires are covered but prorated after 12,000 miles during the terms of the Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty. For further details, look in the Owner's Manual under "What Is Covered" and "What Is Not Covered."

A. Buick vehicles are designed and built to resist corrosion. All body and sheet metal components are warranted against rust-through corrosion for a minimum of 6 years/100,000 miles (whichever comes first). Application of additional rust-inhibiting materials is not required under the corrosion coverage and none is recommended. See your Buick dealer for terms of this limited warranty.

A. Yes, the GM Protection Plan (GMPP) vehicle service and maintenance contracts are the only products endorsed by GM and are available through most GM dealers . To learn more about the different plans available, please visit www.gmprotectionplan.com/ourproducts.html.

A. Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. The first step is to discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. To locate a Buick dealer, please visit the Buick Dealer Locator.

A. From changing oil to changing engines, these automotive experts use only Genuine GM Parts & Accessories that are designed specifically for your GM vehicle. They're also tested for performance and reliability. So no matter what kind of GM vehicle you own, trust it to the Certified Service trained technicians at your GM dealer. You'll spend less time in the shop and more time on the road. For more details, please visit mycertifiedservice.com.

A. There are two ways to obtain a copy:

• You can register your vehicle by visiting the Buick Owner Center at MyGMlink to obtain a complimentary electronic copy (for most vehicles from 1995 to present).
• To receive a paper copy (for a fee) you may contact Helm, Inc. Manuals are available from the late 1960s or early 1970s for most GM vehicles. You can reach Helm Publications Ordering at 1-800-551-4123.

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• MyGMlink.com is a FREE service offered to GM customers where they can access and receive:
• Digital Owner's Manual, Warranty Manual, and more
•  Recall notices for their specific vehicles
•  E-mail service reminders
•  Online service and maintenance records (as entered by the customer)
•  Exclusive privileges and offers
•  Handheld companion (PDA) application
•  Interactive vehicle design and racing game
•  OnStar and GM Card Earnings summaries
•  For more details, please visit MyGMlink.

A. Should a recall on your vehicle ever occur, Buick will notify you by mail. You can also contact any Buick Dealer, visit the Buick Owner Center at MyGMlink, or you may call 1-800-4A-BUICK (1-800-422-8425). , or you may call 1-800-521-7300.

A. Should a recall on your vehicle ever occur, Buick will notify you by mail. You can also contact any Buick Dealer, visit the Buick Owner Center at MyGMlink, or you may call 1-800-4A-BUICK (1-800-422-8425). , or you may call 1-800-521-7300.

A. To order a catalog or actual merchandise, please visit Buick Accessories.

A. Currently, Buick parts can only be purchased through your local Buick Dealer. However, some Buick retail websites do allow for the purchase of parts from their facilities via their websites. Therefore, please review your local Buick Dealer's websites for this information.

A. In a frontal or near-frontal impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of inflation gas. This gas inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag module packed inside the steering wheel for the driver air bag and in the instrument panel for the right front passenger air bag .

A. The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system's designed "threshold level." If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn't move or deform, the threshold level is about 14 to 18 mph (23 to 29 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle's deceleration.

A. If the vehicle is equipped with seat mounted side impact or roof rail mounted head curtain air bags, those will deploy in a side impact. If the vehicle is equipped with a roll over capable head curtain air bags, a roll over sensor will deploy the head curtain air bags in a roll over incident

• The frontal air bags will not deploy in a side impact or roll over, unless there is also a front or front-corner impact of sufficient severity to trigger the frontal airbags.
• The airbags will not deploy in a rear impact.

A. Yes! The air bag supplements the protection provided by the shoulder belts. Remember, the air bag is designed to inflate in moderate-to-severe frontal and near-frontal crashes. Safety belts can provide protection in impacts other than frontal and near-frontal collisions.

A. To learn about the specific items on your vehicle, please refer to Section 1 in your Buick Owner's Manual, "Seats and Restraint Systems." For general information please visit the safety section on the GM website.

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• There are no specific child restraints that Buick recommends or endorses, but we do have some information that might be helpful to you.
• Buick's seats and safety belt systems are designed to accommodate child restraints. However, we cannot be certain that all child restraints will be compatible with Buick vehicles. Our cars conform to SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) J1819 standard, which is a recommended guideline for automotive safety belt and child restraint compatibility. Therefore, child restraints that conform to this standard will be more compatible with the seats and safety belt systems used in Buick vehicles. Also, your Buick Dealer can install a tether anchor kit (at no charge to you) that will anchor front-facing child seats.
•  First, we recommend you work with a child-safety seat manufacturer, or a local retail outlet that sells child restraint seats, for possible suggestions on what type of seat would be most appropriate for your needs. You could also take your child restraint to a checkup event or contact a local CPS technician for additional assistance. There are a couple of websites that have some good information on this topic.
•  NHTSA at www.nhtsa.dot.gov
•  National Safe Kids www.safekids.org
•  Safety Beltsafe USA www.carseat.org
•  American Academy of Pediatrics www.aap.org/family/carseatguide.htm
• In addition, you might want to try checking with your local hospital, police department and fire department for any information they might have.

A. Simply depress the parking brake.

A. Buick has a Roadside Assistance program to aid owners during an emergency and with other services. It is a complimentary service that comes with each new Buick. Services provided include:

• 24-hour, 7-days-a-week toll-free 800 phone assistance
• Towing to the closest GM divisional dealer (from a legal roadway)
• Flat tire change (using vehicle's spare or tire inflator kit)
• Battery jump-start
• Vehicle unlock service (costs for a new key and the labor to create not covered)
• Trip interruption assistance (coverage varies by brand)
• Trip routing (coverage varies by brand)
• Emergency fuel delivery (up to $5.00 worth)

A. If your Buick vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar subscription, the customer can simply press the blue button for roadside service. If it is not equipped with OnStar, please call 1-800-252-1112 to initiate roadside assistance for your vehicle.

A. Roadside Assistance is included for 100,000 miles/5 years on 2007 and newer GM models.

A. There is generally no charge for any of the services listed under "What is Roadside Assistance?" while the vehicle is covered by the complimentary Roadside Assistance service. However, additional charges may be incurred for some services, including towing the vehicle beyond the closest Buick dealer; for non-warranty parts and labor; or for lost key replacements. For details and additional information, please refer to Section 7 of the Owner's Manual.

A. General Motors is committed to helping persons with disabilities equip their vehicles for easier travel. To learn about the GM Mobility program, please visit www.gmmobility.com or contact the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935.

A. General Motors and the GM Foundation support a variety of activities in the communities where we do business. For guidelines that apply to proposals to either GM or the GM Foundation for grants, event participation, or vehicle donation requests please visit www.gm.com.

A. Buick is a division of General Motors.

A. Unfortunately, Buick cannot allow images from the Buick site to be posted on other sites. Feel free to link your site to the Buick site.

A. We have a site overview that gives a quick look at everything you can do to manage your vehicle. Click here to take the tour

A. Yes. When you log in with your OnStar credentials, your personal information and vehicle information will be shared with the Buick Owner Center. If you have more than one vehicle with OnStar, you will be asked which vehicle(s) you would like to link to your Buick Owner Center account.

A. Yes. Your username and password will still allow you access to the Buick Owner Center, even if your OnStar subscription ends.

A. If you purchased your vehicle through a private sale, your vehicle ownership information may not be updated in our system. You can register this vehicle by inputting your vehicle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into the Buick Owner Center. If you purchased a new or used vehicle from a dealer, it may be a few weeks before your vehicle information is updated in our system.

A. Occasionally, a vehicle may still be registered to a prior owner or mistakenly appear when you are registering your vehicle. You can select those vehicles from the list that you don’t currently own or have never owned and remove them by clicking on the Not My Vehicle link next to each vehicle, and selecting the reason. Once you do this, the information will be sent to correct the vehicles in the system, but please note there may be up to a two-week delay to reflect this information.

A. There are several reasons that we may not recognize your VIN. If your vehicle is a new purchase, it may take up to 45 days for the VIN to be input into our systems. Or, perhaps the VIN was entered incorrectly. Please follow the instructions below. If you’d like to save these instructions for future use, you can download the PDF version.

Step 1:
Check to make sure you entered the correct VIN number by clicking on the Edit Vehicle Information button below.

Step 2:
If your VIN was entered correctly, it means that our system has not processed your vehicle purchase yet. You will still be able to access a wide variety of Buick Owner Center information if you re-register by Year, Make and Model. Just do the following:

1. On the Edit Vehicle Information page, remove the vehicle you just registered
2. Click Add Vehicle. You will re-enter the vehicle registration process. Then, register by Year, Make, and Model from the bottom of the page and click “Save.”

3. Return to the edit vehicle information page and enter your VIN, then click Save and Finish. Once your vehicle is in our system, usually 45 days after purchase, information specific to your vehicle will be displayed.

If you made a typing error and your VIN is incorrect, you can re-register the vehicle with the correct VIN. Just do the following:
1. On the Edit Vehicle Information page, remove the vehicle you just registered
2. Click Add Vehicle. You will re-enter the vehicle registration process and may enter the correct VIN.

If your VIN is still not recognized, you can start a Live Chat with our experts or call 1-866-694-6546 for assistance.

If you own a vehicle that was not purchased in the United States, unfortunately we can’t recognize your vehicle at this time. Please visit your vehicle brand site for more information.

A. Users can change their password at any time by going to the Manage Profile link in the upper right corner of the homepage and updating their Personal/Contact information section and clicking on the change password link.

A. You can take one of two actions:

• You can create a Buick Owner Center account here, then add your OnStar account information to your profile. You will then be able to see your OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics information and other select OnStar details in your Buick Owner Center account.

• You can visit OnStar.com and set up an online account. Use that username and password to create a Buick Owner Center account. This will allow you to log in to both the Buick Owner Center and OnStar.com with the same username/password.

A. Call 1.866.694.6546 and we will be happy to assist you. Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday 8am-9pm EST.

A. The site will work on Windows XP, Windows 7 and Mac OS 10 operating systems. One of the following browsers is required, either the most recent version or the version prior to that:

• Firefox
• Safari
• Google Chrome
• Opera
• Internet Explorer

A. If your preferred dealer is not displaying properly, our system might be down temporarily. Please reload the page and try again. Occasionally, dealerships may close or choose not to participate in system updates. When this happens, your selected preferred dealer will disappear. Please choose a new preferred dealer through the Preferred Dealer tool on your Buick Owner Center homepage.

A. Your preferred dealer is either the dealer who sold you the vehicle or your selected OnStar preferred dealer. You can change your preferred dealer in the Preferred Dealer tool on the homepage.

A. You may not see service history records if your dealer does not participate in service history data sharing or if your service was performed within the past 2 weeks. If you’ve had your vehicle serviced at multiple dealerships, you may only be able to see some of your records, depending on dealer participation.

A. Along with displaying your personally entered OnStar service records, the Buick Owner Center also allows you to see dealer service history. The Buick Owner Center is also a convenient way to consolidate all of your account information, get valuable information on your vehicle, and view recalls, all in one place. You can even sign in using your OnStar credentials.

A. If you enter your service records in your OnStar.com account they will show up in your new Buick Owner Center account but if you enter them in your new Buick Owner Center account they will not appear in your OnStar account at this time.

A.  If you subscribe to this service, about every 30 days, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will check your vehicle's key systems—including engine, air bags, and antilock brakes—while you drive. The system also provides important maintenance information details regarding your vehicle's needs for oil life and tire pressure.* It summarizes all this information in an easy-to-read e-mail so you can stay updated on the condition of your vehicle and have greater peace of mind. To enroll for this service available at no extra charge — go to OnStar.com.

 *If equipped.

A. There is a slight time lag between when transactions occur on the GM Card website and when they are reflected on your Buick Owner Center account. It may take up to five days for the information to match.

A. We pull data for your vehicle's OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics summary monthly. All information on your account should reflect what is included in your most recent OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics e-mail.

A. Most likely, you have just renewed your subscription. There is a slight time lag between when transactions occur on OnStar.com and when they are reflected on your Buick Owner Center account. It may take up to 30 days for the information to match.

A. Currently, our systems are only able to access SiriusXM account information for those users who are OnStar subscribers. Check back soon for system updates that will allow you to see your subscription information without having to have an active OnStar account.

A. There may be a slight time delay between when SiriusXM account updates occur and when they are reflected on your Buick Owner Center account. You can always get your account status by logging in to the "Manage Account" section of siriusxm.com

A. It can take up to two weeks for the Buick Owner Center to reflect that the dealer has addressed your recall. Once the Buick Owner Center has been notified, the recall link will no longer appear in the homepage Recall tool for your vehicle.