2007 Buick Rendezvous
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 486 |
| 2003 | 281 |
| 2004 | 200 |
| 2005 | 138 |
| 2006 | 89 |
| 2007 | 43 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
26% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and alternator/generator/regulator.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. THE CONTACT STATED THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE MADE A NOISE THEN IT STALLED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120402
19% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. WHILE DRIVING 47 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE BATTERY AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190523
Also filed under ENGINE
14% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing side/window and frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AND ACCIDENT WITH DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT AREA BY THE WHEEL, THE IMPACT CAUSED THE DRIVERS HEAD TO BREAK THE WINDSHIELD AND THE PASSENGER HURT HER LEGS REAL BAD. WHY DIDN'T THE AIR BAGS DEPLOY?
NHTSA ODI report, 20160926
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH BETWEEN TWO 18 WHEELERS, THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER EIGHT TIMES AND CRASHED INTO A TREE DUE TO THE AIR CURRENT FROM OTHER VEHICLES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20081231
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER INJURED HER CHEST AND LEFT KNEE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080923
Also filed under SEAT BELTS
12% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Buick Rendezvous — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Buick Rendezvous reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Buick Rendezvous is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Buick Rendezvous?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Buick Rendezvous have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.