Buick Terraza Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability

Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.

7
Total Recalls
166
Total Complaints
5
Total Crashes
6
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
2005
Worst Year
2007
Best Year
32
Poor
Overall Reliability Score (0–100)

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Buick Terraza — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison

YearVerdictRecallsComplaintsCrashesInjuriesDeathsTop Issue
2007BestGood227StructureFull report →
2006Caution24015Electronic Stability Control (Esc)Full report →
2005WorstAvoid39941Electrical SystemFull report →

3 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.

Most Common Buick Terraza Problems

Electrical System
33
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
17
Structure
17
Latches/Locks/Linkages
16
Suspension
12
Service Brakes
11
Steering
9
Service Brakes / Hydraulic
8
Power Train
6
Air Bags
4
Exterior Lighting
4
Tires
4

Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.

Terraza Years to Avoid

2005 Terraza
99 complaints · 3 recalls · 4 crashes
Details →
2006 Terraza
40 complaints · 2 recalls · 1 crashes
Details →
2007 Terraza
27 complaints · 2 recalls
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Ranked by combined complaints, recalls, crashes, injuries, and deaths.

Best Terraza Years to Buy

Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.

Years with fewest complaints and recalls.

Buick Terraza Problems by Year

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Frequently Asked Questions — Buick Terraza Reliability

What year Terraza has the most problems?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2005 Buick Terraza had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 99 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2005 report for specific defects.

Is the Buick Terraza reliable?

The Buick Terraza has accumulated 166 owner-filed complaints and 7 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2007 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Terraza.

What are the most common Terraza problems?

The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (33 reports), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (17 reports), Structure (17 reports), Latches/Locks/Linkages (16 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.

How do I check if my Terraza has an open recall?

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