NHTSA — Electrical System Problems

2004 Buick Rendezvous (Page 2 of 3)

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
72,807 miles

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2004 Buick Rendezvous electrical problems

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2004 Buick Rendezvous Owner Comments (Page 2 of 3)

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problem #27

Apr 162014

Rendezvous

  • 132,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact also mentioned that the failure occurred intermittently and that the instrument panel failed. The contact also had to replace the battery twice. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the ignition relay and fuse box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired under NHTSA campaign number 05V157000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.

- Saint Louis, MO, USA

problem #26

Jan 092014

Rendezvous

  • 96,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The anti-lock braking system, heating system and the all-wheel drive disable warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact also stated that when refueling, the fuel indicator gage would remain on an empty reading. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnosis or repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.

- Wattsburg, PA, USA

problem #25

Nov 062013

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • 65,000 miles
Electrical fire started causing vehicle to be totalled.

- New Haven, CT, USA

problem #24

Sep 122012

Rendezvous

  • 99,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically and without warning. Often times, the vehicle would be resistant to restarting. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 05V157000 (electrical system: Ignition) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. The failure and the current mileages were 99,000.

- Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, USA

problem #23

Jul 012010

Rendezvous

  • 56,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that the instrument panel gauges failed. In addition, there was a strong odor of fuel emitting from inside the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed that a fuel line was rusted but he was unable to diagnose the cause of failure for the instrument gauges. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 56,000 and the current mileage was 70,000.

- Saegertown, PA, USA

problem #22

Dec 292011

Rendezvous

  • 102,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. While the contact was driving approximately 65 mph, the engine stalled without prior warning. The vehicle was coasted to a safe location and the engine was turned off. After waiting a few moments, the engine restarted. The contact was able to resume driving. There was a recall related to the similar defect under NHTSA campaign id number 05V157000 (electrical system: Ignition). The manufacturer was notified of the malfunction. The VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

- Springfield, VA, USA

problem #21

Jan 022008

Rendezvous

  • 68,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact was traveling 60 mph when the speedometer displayed that he was traveling 1 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the cluster board would need replacing. The manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.

- Newport Richey, FL, USA

problem #20

Dec 012009

Rendezvous

  • 33,000 miles
Speedometer worked erratically showing wrong mph. This was similar problem with other GM vehicles that resulted on a law suit and settlement. Speedometer was defective and the same sub - contractor produced these units. GM refused to make good on this.

- North Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #19

Nov 172009

Rendezvous

  • 95,000 miles
Speedometer often reads the wrong speed, fuel gauge does not work properly, sometimes the rpms are also off! has been happening for over 6 months!

- Hoffman Estates , IL, USA

problem #18

Jun 092004

Rendezvous

  • miles
The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. While driving approximately 65 mph on normal road conditions, the speedometer and fuel gauge displayed inaccurate readings. The speed that was displayed was lower than the actual traveled speed. The failure occurred intermittently. The driver observed that the failure occurred more frequently when traveling extended distances. In addition, the contact was concerned about driving around curves without the benefit of knowing the desired speed. There were no warnings prior to the failures. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and they stated that the failures were contributed to malfunctions of the instrument cluster, which needed to be replaced. The service warranty was expired and the vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer has been notified of the failures. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown. The current mileage was 51,000.

- Fulton, IL, USA

problem #17

Feb 152009

Rendezvous

  • 70,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that the speedometer and fuel gauge display inaccurate readings. The gauges show the incorrect speed and fuel amount. The failure has been occurring for approximately one year, but the vehicle has not been diagnosed. He feels that it is a safety issue because he does not know how fast he is driving or how much fuel is in the vehicle. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 70,000.

- Amherst, OH, USA

problem #16

Jan 182009

Rendezvous

  • 38,000 miles
Speedometer and fuel gauge goes nuts and not working.

- Ashland, OH, USA

problem #15

Dec 152008

Rendezvous

  • miles
The speedometer goes nuts and at times the fuel gage does not work.

- Ashland, OH, USA

problem #14

Oct 052008

Rendezvous

  • 75,000 miles
A complete electrical system failure occurs periodically without any warning on my 2004 Buick Rendezvous. This is the exact same problem in the recall notice issued by NHTSA 05V157000. I contact GM about this problem and their position is the recall is not specific/covered by my VIN number. I suggest all 2004 Buick Rendezvous be considered for this recall as this is a potentially serious problem.

- Pacific Palisades, CA, USA

problem #13

Mar 082005

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 23,685 miles
1) upon running the air conditioner on hot days, it would make loud moaning sound when ignition was shut off 2) compressor has gone out for the second time and air conditioner will no longer blow cold air. 3) 03/05 replaced valve core and 08/05 R&R or replaced case.

- Rossville, TN, USA

problem #12

Jul 192006

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 42,000 miles
2004 Buick Rendezvous quits running. Engine shuts off while driving. Dealer replaced PCM and some part of a wiring harness. Car was good for 3 months and then the problem came back. Had it towed to a garage that disconnected and reconnected modules and whatever. Car was good for a month and then today it quit running again. It is a dangerous situation that needs to be addressed.

- Oxford, OH, USA

problem #11

Apr 252005

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 5,545 miles
My 2004 Buick Rendezvous has been in the shop 8 times in 10 1/2 months. Currently I am experiencing a loud noise (much like an air raid horn) while I am stopped in traffic and when I turn my vehicle off. It started back in April, the dealership could not recreate the noise, in the shop again 11/4/05 and again 11/11/05. I just do not feel safe in the car. I it is getting progressively worse, louder and more frequent, lasting longer. I purchased my vehicle 17 Dec 04 and the very next day had a break problem. My service record is as follows: 1) 12/20/04- ABS light on - all wheel drive disabled 2) 01/27/05 - ABS light on - all wheel drive disabled 3) 4/25/05 - ABS light on all wheel drive disabled would not drive over 40 mph - 3) 4/25/05 - passenger side mirror clicking when vehicle is put into reverse 3) 4/25/05 vehicle makes a loud air horn noise when vehicle is turned off 4) 5-19/05 - ABS light on - all wheel drive disabled 4) 5/19/05 - vehicle looses power when making left turns or on incline 4) 5/16/05 installed rear lift gate latch 5) 7/15/05 driver side mirror glass came loose 6) 9/01/05 - drivers side power window inoperative- 7) 11/4/05 - very loud acceleration - exhaust manifold leaking right exhaust manifold 7) 11/4/05 loud noise while driving vehicle, stopping in traffic and when vehicle is turned off 8) 11/11/05 wobble in left front tire- reface front rotors out of round 8) 11/11/05 took vehicle in for the loud air horn noise while driving, stopping in traffic and turning vehicle off - had a 5 minute discussion with service person about this and it did not even make it on the invoice.

- Ft. Washingon, MD, USA

problem #10

Sep 082005

Rendezvous 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle's manual states 18/25 mpg, vehicle average 13.0 mpg. Service department at rydell (dealership) stated 18 mpg after 40 miles test drive, service department at Vermont Chevy/Buick (dealership) stated 27 mpg after 25 (freeway) miles test drive. Both service departments are wrong: Vehicle averages 13.0 mpg under normal driving conditions & normal driving habits on city streets and freeway. Dealer could not duplicate problem, I was advised that vehicle checked ok after scan. Problem persists. Service advisor/service manager advised that this high mpg is normal for this type of vehicle: 3.6 L engine. Door locks sometimes work, sometimes don't. dealer could not duplicate problem. Scan and check system after recall. Problem persisting. Passenger side mirror moves inside mirrors housing at highway speeds (65 M/H) and have to be re-set upon reaching destination. Dealer could not duplicate problem. Problem persisting. Audio system could not read all cds. Dealer replaced radio/cd player twice. Problem persisting. Driver's seat moves back and forth. Dealer replaced seat adjuster due to excessive loosening. Replaced seat track assy. Vehicle went to rydell's service department three (3) times due to excessive alignment/steering issues: Vehicle currently still pulling to right side of road, steering wheel off center. Dealer did not resolve issues after three attempts, alignment now out of warranty (7.5 K miles only), problem persisting.

- Toluca Lake, CA, USA

problem #9

Jun 232005

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 12,350 miles
Purchased 2004 Buick Rendezvous 6/22/2005 and while traveling to work on busy belt-line waiting in traffic, the vehicle just shut down completely and battery light came on. Put vehcile in neutral and it restarted. Later found that presets in radio had all been erased which would indicate a complete loss of electrical power. This has the potential to be a serious safety concern due to the possibilty of rear end collisions. Have read of similar complaints from other owners of this vehicle with out resolution. Will contact dealership if problem continues to happen.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

problem #8

Oct 102004

Rendezvous 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,000 miles
I brought a Buick rendevouz on July 17,2004. From the very first week I had it I told the dealer the gas gage doesnot work properly. They checked it over and still cannot find ahything wrong with it. And it still not working properply now but theat is not the biggest issu with this vehicle. The first incident 10.10.04. I was driving on the highway to work when the vehilce just stalls out. I didn't know what was going on. The car get rolling for a couple of sceonds and then I applied the brake put the car in park. A couple of seconds later I started the truck up and begin driving. I dropped the truck off to the dealer and told them what had occurred. They replaced a apart and sent me on my way. Since then the vidhilce hase stalled out over 10 times. And someday it stalls out twice a day. I have brought it back to the dealer and they keep changeing and replacing parts but its not fixing the stalling out. I am scared that me and my daughter will killed from it stalling out. They just changed something witht the transmisson and now it back in the shop with the same problem.

- Bklyn, NY, USA

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