PHILTOP
PHILTOP 11180N Alternator for Buick Lucerne 3.8L
Editor’s scorecard
Editorial scores from 0 to 10, comparable across products in this category.
Full specifications
Fit & compatibility
| Subcategory | Replacement alternator (140A) |
| Vehicle compatibility | Buick Lucerne 2006-2008 (3.8L) — confirm your exact year/trim with Amazon's fitment tool before ordering |
Build
| Material | Pure copper windings, silicon steel laminations, aluminum housing |
| Certifications | ISO/TS 16949 |
Other details
| Amperage | 140Amp |
| Rotation | CW (clockwise) |
| Design | IR/IF, S6 pulley |
| Testing | 2000-hour endurance test, 96-hour salt spray resistance |
| Operating range | -40°F to 221°F |
| Replaces part numbers | 231004BA0A, 231004BA0B, TG12C152, 11180N |
Where does this part go?
Engine bay — driven by the serpentine belt
Highlighted in orange on the diagram — this is roughly where you'll find or install this part.
The review
Built specifically for the 2006-2008 Buick Lucerne's 3.8L engine, this PHILTOP alternator is rated for 140 amps with pure copper windings, silicon steel laminations and an aluminum housing — a spec sheet aimed at matching OE durability rather than just OE fit.
PHILTOP states it's tested to a 2000-hour endurance cycle and 96 hours of salt-spray resistance, with an operating range from -40°F to 221°F — the kind of testing claims worth having in writing, even though we can't independently verify them.
At 210 reviews and 4.2 stars, it has a reasonable track record without being a high-volume part. As with any alternator, confirm your exact year and trim before ordering.
Pros
- ISO/TS 16949 certified with pure copper windings and aluminum housing
- Stated 2000-hour endurance and 96-hour salt-spray testing
- Wide operating range claim (-40°F to 221°F)
- Includes all mounting hardware for a direct swap
Cons
- Single-application fitment (Lucerne 3.8L, 2006-2008 only)
- Premium price relative to the other alternators in this catalog
- No stated warranty length
Ideal for: Buick Lucerne (2006-2008, 3.8L) owners who want a durability-tested OE-spec alternator replacement.
What buyers say
At 4.2 stars across 210 ratings, reviewers report correct fitment and normal function; a moderate but not large sample size.
Summary based on reviews visible on Amazon at capture time.
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