2006 BUICK TERRAZA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

95

Owner Complaints

5 Crashes

3

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

8

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA

The 2006 BUICK TERRAZA has received a total of 95 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR, STEERING, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electronic Stability Control Esc (11 complaints), Electrical System (10 complaints), and Service Brakes (6 complaints).

Recalls for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA

NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA, potentially affecting up to 38,422 vehicles.

Recall 10V110000 — SUSPENSION:REAR

| 5,375 vehicles affected

Defect: THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.

Consequence: A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.

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Recall 09E005000 — STEERING

| 979 vehicles affected

Defect: DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.

Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

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Recall 05V552000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

| 32,068 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.

Consequence: A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT...

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Owner Complaints for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA

95 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 11
Electrical System
Complaints: 10 1 Injury
Service Brakes
Complaints: 6
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 6 1 Injury
Suspension
Complaints: 6
Steering
Complaints: 5 2 Crashes
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 4
Structurebody
Complaints: 4 1 Injury
Equipment
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 3
Air Bags
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Engine
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 2
Power Train
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Traction Control System
Complaints: 2
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Structure
Complaints: 1
Tires
Complaints: 1
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 1
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11657596 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | N/A miles
This vehicle has significant rust damage on the frame located on the driver's side of the vehicle the rust has gone through the frame causing it to be unsafe.
#11463597 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 149,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Terraza. The contact stated that the antitheft alarm engaged inadvertently, causing the vehicle to shutoff while driving. The START/STOP Disabled message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a steering wiring cable might be detached. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred twice while driving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were completed. The contact also stated that the electronic stability control and the traction control warning lights had illuminated while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the rear driver's side door handle was fractured. The contact also stated that the rear passenger's side sliding door handle was fractured and she noticed that the sliding door wiring cable had detached, causing the door lock chime to engage while driving as the door would no longer close completely. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.
#11463597 | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | | 149,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Terraza. The contact stated that the antitheft alarm engaged inadvertently, causing the vehicle to shutoff while driving. The START/STOP Disabled message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a steering wiring cable might be detached. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred twice while driving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were completed. The contact also stated that the electronic stability control and the traction control warning lights had illuminated while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the rear driver's side door handle was fractured. The contact also stated that the rear passenger's side sliding door handle was fractured and she noticed that the sliding door wiring cable had detached, causing the door lock chime to engage while driving as the door would no longer close completely. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.
#11463597 | STEERING | | 149,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Terraza. The contact stated that the antitheft alarm engaged inadvertently, causing the vehicle to shutoff while driving. The START/STOP Disabled message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a steering wiring cable might be detached. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred twice while driving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were completed. The contact also stated that the electronic stability control and the traction control warning lights had illuminated while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the rear driver's side door handle was fractured. The contact also stated that the rear passenger's side sliding door handle was fractured and she noticed that the sliding door wiring cable had detached, causing the door lock chime to engage while driving as the door would no longer close completely. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.
#11428205 | SUSPENSION | | N/A miles
Rear suspension Reported March 19 2020. Campaign # 1ov110000 It sounds terrifying. Like the whole back of the. Back ankle will fall off going down the road. And then. If you have to back up. It sounds worse

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Safety Rating for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA

General Motors, LLC has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIP5163B — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring,...

07085 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES

BUICK CHEVROLET PONTIAC SATURN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. REMOTE START INTERFERENCE WITH SAFETY BELT REMINDER. *NJ CSC WAS RECEIVED. UPDATED 3/13/08. *NJ

PIP4331 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND DTC P0011, P0016, P0300. EQUIPPED WITH 3.5L LZE, LZ4 (VIN CODES K, N) & 3.9L LZ9, LZ8, LGD ENGINE (VIN CODES 1, R, W). *NJ

050854001 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN

HIGH EFFORT TO SOUND HORN, HORN ONLY SOUNDS WHEN CERTAIN SPOTS ARE PRESSED. *TT

050603003 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER. *TT UPDATED. *KB

3365A — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

TICKING OR KNOCKING NOISE CRACKED OR BROKEN FLEXPLATE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING OLDSMOBILE BONNEVILLE 2006. *TT

3703 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

NO MOVEMENT AND/OR TRANSMISSION OIL LEAK FROM RIGHT INNER TRIPOT - RIGHT DRIVESHAFT NOT SEATED. *TT

3756 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

OIL LEAK AT CRANKSHAFT/BALANCER SEAL. *TT

NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 BUICK TERRAZA

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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