Is the Buick Rendezvous Reliable?
2002–2007 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Buick Rendezvous Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | 42 | 67 | Good |
| 2006 | 1 | 89 | 61 | Fair |
| 2005 | 2 | 138 | 55 | Fair |
| 2004 | 5 | 200 | 21 | Poor |
| 2003 | 7 | 284 | 29 | Poor |
| 2002 | 3 | 498 | 37 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Rendezvous Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Rendezvous scores 23 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Buick Rendezvous Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1251 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Buick Rendezvous reliable?+
The Buick Rendezvous scores 45/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 18 recall campaigns and 1251 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Rendezvous is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2007 Rendezvous achieved the highest reliability score of 67/100 with 0 recalls and 42 complaints.
How many miles does a Rendezvous last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Buick Rendezvous owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Rendezvous will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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