2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
131
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
The 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS has received a total of 131 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (19 complaints), Engine (14 complaints), and Fuelpropulsion System (13 complaints).
Recalls for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS, potentially affecting up to 794 vehicles.
Recall 06V417000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 794 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
131 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the front passenger’s side suspension sway bar was bent. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled after driving approximately 50 feet. The cause of the failure was not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 134,103.
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the front passenger’s side suspension sway bar was bent. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled after driving approximately 50 feet. The cause of the failure was not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 134,103.
Fuel line heat shield rusted and is leaking gas. I noticed gas outside before getting into car few days before gas leak was noticeable. I could not tell if it was my car or not as it was always in a parking lot that I noticed smelling gas. Yesterday, I noticed I had to pump the gas a couple times in order to start car. Went to the grocery store, and when leaving store, gas oder was strong. Once I was on my way home, 5 miles from store. Gas smell was strong inside cabin, and once home gas continued to leak for another 5-10 minutes after turning car off. I inspected the the leak this morning, and could see the heat shield on fuel line was rusted through along the underside of fuel line u joint. I am waiting for my car to be inspected by Fire Departmnet so that I can have to towed (Nebraska requirement to towe car with gas leaking issue) to repair shop.
Piece of junk since June when I paid $3,000 for it and have put $1200 into it and still broke down and won’t start (ignition switch/key) and I refuse to pay for it to be fixed nor fixing it myself.. Has to be called home sweet home very soon and I need it fixed by GM asap or lawyer will be involved and I’m not sinking anymore into it then I have.. GM products are junk!!! Repair it
Piece of junk since June when I paid $3,000 for it and have put $1200 into it and still broke down and won’t start (ignition switch/key) and I refuse to pay for it to be fixed nor fixing it myself.. Has to be called home sweet home very soon and I need it fixed by GM asap or lawyer will be involved and I’m not sinking anymore into it then I have.. GM products are junk!!! Repair it
Safety Rating for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
General Motors, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIT3099Q — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
3949 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
INTERMITTENT BATTERY LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE IPC. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BUICK RENDEZVOUS
- 2001 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 4 complaints
- 2002 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 690 complaints
- 2003 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 407 complaints
- 2004 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 300 complaints
- 2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 196 complaints
- 2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS (current)
- 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 67 complaints
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