Is the 2007 Buick Terraza reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Buick Terraza?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Buick Terraza have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Buick Terraza

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2007 Buick Terraza
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:42.360Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 33
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Structure

Complaints per year

2007: 33 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2005	120
2006	54
2007	33
2008	0

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

39% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing door and body.

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Sliding side doors will not close and lock, will open when driving down the road, at red light , night times lights dim and alarm goes off ,nothing lights up on dash , drains batt- in shop 4 or 5 x"S when talked to corp.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-24

Also filed under Electrical system

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Buick Terraza cxl. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the driver side automatic sliding door opened erroneously. The contact was able to maneuver to the side of the road to secure the door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-09

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Buick Terraza. While driving 65 MPH, the passenger side rear door opened on its own. The contact pulled to the side of the road and attempted to close the door, but it would not move.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-11-01

Latches/locks/linkages

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

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Drive side power door does not close or latch fully to provide safety to passengers. Several complaints have been issued to service center but since they could not duplicate-no action was done.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-24

Service brakes

18% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Suspension

15% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing rear.

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The contact owns a 2007 Buick Terraza. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and driving over a speed bump, there was a clunking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-09

Electrical system

12% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2007-12-11Engineering analysisClosed 2009-02-23 Power sliding door
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2009-02-23Steering09E005000 Dorman is recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "Oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" Brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for…

Remedy: Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. The recall began on February 23, 2009. Owners may contact…

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2010-06-04Suspension10V110000 The braun corporation has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 General Motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. During conversion, the driver…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun at 1-800-488-0359.

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Buy-smart checklist

2007 Buick Terraza — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Structure: 13 reports on file for this year.
Latches/locks/linkages: 7 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 09E005000 · Steering
Recall 10V110000 · Suspension

FAQ

Is the 2007 Buick Terraza reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Buick Terraza?: The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Buick Terraza have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.