1.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
119,572 miles

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2003 Buick Rendezvous fuel system problems

fuel system problem

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2003 Buick Rendezvous Owner Comments (Page 2 of 3)

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problem #23

Jul 012015

Rendezvous

  • 130,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the fuel tank leaked and there was an abnormal odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel leak was near the filler spout. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline) was related to the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

- Antioch, CA, USA

problem #22

Jun 152015

Rendezvous

  • 78,000 miles
There is an open safety recall on this make and model #06230A due to crack/leak that develops in the fuel tank. I purchased this vehicle in April 2015 and in June it developed a strong odor of fuel vapors. My mechanic confirmed that there is a crack/leak in the fuel tank. I called Buick for assistance to replace the tank and they opened case #71-1490527942. They instructed me to take it to the dealership for verification of the crack. That was completed on 7/16/15. Now Buick is refusing to provide assistance for the replacement of the tank. My vehicle only has 79,688 miles. The special coverage was extended for 150,000 miles or 10 years. They informed me that the special coverage expired in 2013 and that the recall doesn't cover my VIN, although this is clearly the same make and model with the same issue. I can't help but wonder how many other owners of this vehicle are in the same hazardous situation? Buick admits it may be a life-threatening hazard and advises that the tank should be replaced immediately, but they refuse to accept responsibility for this manufacturing defect. Once again, GM exhibits depraved indifference to their customers' lives. I would appreciate a follow up from NHTSA.

- Durham, NC, USA

problem #21

Jun 292015

Rendezvous

  • 74,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. While approaching the vehicle, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel. The contact observed a large puddle of fuel under the rear driver side of the vehicle. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.

- Ralston, NE, USA

problem #20

May 142015

Rendezvous

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. After the vehicle was refueled, the contact discovered that fuel was leaking under the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was unknown.

- Zellwood, FL, USA

problem #19

May 072015

Rendezvous

  • miles
The fuel inlet pipe containing the inlet check valve is fractured and fuel vapors and fuel is leaking out. GM data previously revealed that elevated ambient temperatures, higher carbon content in the icv and variation in the manufacturing process were contributing factors for cracks in the icv. The car was located in southern Florida for an extended period of time which has caused the fracture in the icv.

- Woodridge , IL, USA

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problem #18

May 112015

Rendezvous

  • 100,052 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that fuel leaked from the fuel tank after getting the fuel pump replaced. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed the inlet valve was leaking. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,052.

- San Ramon, CA, USA

problem #17

Apr 142014

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • 175,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My wife's Rendezvous has been leaking gas for the past year. I've looked on every sight seeing if her car is due for a recall and it is saying that the only recall on her vehicle is the frame. I don't know if it has already been accomplished or not because she had the vehicle before I married her. But the incident has got much worse.

- Warner Robins, GA, USA

problem #16

Mar 092015

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • 132,567 miles
My gas tank is leaking exactly like in the description of recall # 07V349000 but im not sure if it is covered under the same recall. I contacted the dealer and they are being uncooperative in trying to resolve this issue it leaks right where the fuel goes into the gas tank from the filler tube around the check valve assembly.

- Hemet , CA, USA

problem #15

Sep 302014

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • 84,000 miles
Fuel inclet is off I never know when there is fuel in the vehicle also smell fuel. This issue has caused me to run out of fuel on the expressway! could cause a future fire! please assist me in this matter I can't afford the repair or a new car!

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #14

Feb 242015

Rendezvous

  • 161,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. After refueling, the contact noticed a fuel smell and observed a fuel leakage. The contact inspected the tank and found that the neck of the tank was leaking and the fuel tank was fractured. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 161,000.

- Bardstown, KY, USA

problem #13

Dec 092014

Rendezvous

  • 103,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a fuel odor and fuel was seen leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that the fuel tank inlet check valve was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.

- Walnut Creek, CA, USA

problem #12

Nov 062014

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • 160,000 miles
Bought my Rendezvous a few months ago and have had problems. My side air bags deployed with the previous owner for unknown reasons causing him injury to his ribs. They were never replaced by manufacturer. When I first got my car I filled up the tank. Bad idea! I came out the next morning and smelled a strong odor of gas and was missing a quarter tank. My boyfriend looked underneath and said it was leaking between the fill tube and the actual tank. My mechanic said there is no way to patch this and the only way to fix it would be to replace the whole thing. Approximately costing $1000. He also said changes are this will be recurring because it's a common problem with this make/model. So now I only put a half tank in my gas tank but I've noticed a smell of gas inside and outside of the vehicle. When I first bought my car the next day my car wouldn't start. I had a dead battery. My interior lights never turned off. Again, to repair this electrical problem would have been expensive. I ended up taking the sensor out, so now I have no inside lights at all.

- Cortland, OH, USA

problem #11

Sep 242014

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • 62,794 miles
Gas leaking out of fuel tank. A recall ( NHTSA 0tv349000) had been issued which the owner never received due to recent moves from one state to another state. Repair was completed at a cost of $988.65 which the owner had to pay. Approximately 1 year out of the 10 year recall warranty.

- The Villages, FL, USA

problem #10

Mar 072013

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • miles
I took my 2003 Rendezvous to dealer for oil change and safety check, told them I smelled gas in cabin even at half tank.was told fuel filter needed changing. Didn't want to pay dealer cost for that so I had local do it, dealer is over 80 miles from my new house(@ time). When in new house (this one has garage)..I don't only smell gas in cabin of SUV but now it's being drawn into my house throughout the air unit(myself and 2 children have asthma) that 1carries episode pen and we all use nebulizer.I called local Buick dealer and was told no recall on my SUV. It will have to come out of my pocket...I limelight friend am.trying to disability..all because a GM dealer couldn't be bothered almost 3 years ago...I have to take chances when I have to go out.with my girls. This could be deadly.

- Easton, MD, USA

problem #9

Nov 012013

Rendezvous

  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that he noticed fuel leaking near the rear driver's side and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel tank inlet check valve was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

- Wichita Falls, TX, USA

problem #8

Mar 032014

Rendezvous

  • 40,800 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that there was a odor of fuel was present inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 07V349000(fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 40,800.

- Medesto, CA, USA

problem #7

Mar 202013

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 72,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that when the vehicle was refueled, there was a fuel odor and the check engine warning light illuminated. On another occasion, the vehicle was parked into a garage and the fuel odor was emitting from the vehicle and entering the contacts home. The vehicle was then parked on the side of the road and there was fuel leaking from the fuel tank. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000. Updated 10/17/14 the consumer stated the gas cap was diagnosed as the failure. The gas was replaced but the failure recurred. The failure worsened. Updated 4/1/2015

- Akron, OH, USA

problem #6

Feb 242011

Rendezvous

  • miles
I have gotten the fuel tank two or three times, but when I fill the car up it just leaks out.

- Bastrop, LA, USA

problem #5

Jan 142014

Rendezvous

  • 200,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact smelled fuel inside the vehicle and stated that the fuel gauge would decrease, even when the vehicle was not being driven. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

- Isola, MS, USA

problem #4

Apr 062014

Rendezvous

  • 300,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that when the fuel tank was filled it would leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure and current mileage was 300,000.

- Beaverdale , PA, USA

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