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2010–2013 Buick LaCrosse: Clunk or wandering rear end (rear toe link recall)

Likely causes, ranked

  1. Corroded rear toe links$0–$0Shop

Real-owner fix counts will appear here as reports come in.

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Symptom: Clunking from the rear, a rear end that steers on its own, or uneven tire wear.

Likely causes

  1. Corroded rear toe links. GM replaces the toe links.

DIY or shop?

Dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Useful steps

  1. Check your VIN for 20V764.
  2. Don't drive if the rear feels loose.

Vehicle focus: 2010–2013 Buick LaCrosse.

Safety / mechanic note

A broken toe link can make the car hard to control. Verify with a mechanic or dealer.

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Recalls & service bulletins

Recalls

  • 20V764000 2020-12-21 2010–2013 LaCrosse sold or registered in salt states: the rear toe links can corrode and fracture. Dealers replace the toe links. Details

NHTSA complaints: 20 keyword-matched complaints for Buick LACROSSE 2010–2013 (of 692 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).

Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sources

What actually fixed it?

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