Is the Buick Rendezvous Reliable?
2002–2007 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
Own a Buick Rendezvous? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Buick Rendezvous Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | 41 | 9 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2006 | 0 | 65 | 13 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2005 | 0 | 112 | 14 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2004 | 3 | 146 | 16 | 1 | 57 | Fair |
| 2003 | 3 | 203 | 11 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2002 | 1 | 383 | 7 | — | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Rendezvous Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Rendezvous scores 3 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Buick Rendezvous Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 950 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Buick Rendezvous reliable?+
The Buick Rendezvous scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 7 recall campaigns and 950 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 57/100 with 0 recalls and 41 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.
More Buick Rendezvous Research
Check a Specific Buick Rendezvous VIN
Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.
Run a Free VIN Report →