2005 Buick Rendezvous recalls and problems

The 2005 Buick Rendezvous has 1 safety recall and 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Buick dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

138

Crashes / fires

10 / 1

Injuries / deaths

10 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Buick Rendezvous vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Buick Rendezvous recalls

Recall 06V-417: Air Bags

Reported Oct 31, 2006 · 794 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.

Risk: If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. In either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment, a front passenger's level of injury may be increased.

Fix: Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, general motors (Gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in GM's letter to owners. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners should contact GM at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.

2005 Buick Rendezvous problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	39
Steering	19
Power Train	19
Engine	18
Engine and Engine Cooling	14
Vehicle Speed Control	13
Suspension	11
Fuel/Propulsion System	10
Fuel System, Gasoline	8
Air Bags	5
Service Brakes	5
Structure	4

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 8
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 4
Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
Air Bags › Frontal — 3
Suspension › Front — 3
Electrical System › Ignition — 2
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 58,040 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Buick Rendezvous complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Steering · reported Oct 7, 2025

My kids and I were driving down the road all of a sudden I heard this loud sound and then my car wouldn't turn left or right the steering wheel turned but not the car thank God I wasn't goin very fast I was able to slowly pull to the side of the rd then it started smoking like it was on fire my kids and I had to hurry and jump out an the carlot I got it from is picking it up to be looked at.

Engine · reported Aug 28, 2023

I bought my car from a used car lot. I had it about 3-4 months and out of the blue it overheated very quickly, the warning light was on, some type of loud buzzer was going off so I pulled over and let it cool off, it took about 45 minutes but it started back up. I checked all the fluids and coolant levels and everything was ok. This continued to happen for about 3 weeks, quickly overheat, lights, alarms pulled over, checked fluids over and over. After about 3 weeks it would quickly overheat and then shut off on its own and several times it happened so fast I barely got off the road.i took it…

Power Train · at 175,000 miles · reported Apr 13, 2022

The contact owns a 2005 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power and was shuddering while shifting gear. The âService Engine Nowâ warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to side of the roadway, turn off and restart the vehicle and drove to her residence safely. The vehicle was not taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 175,000.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 175,000 miles · reported Jul 9, 2020

Car was sold to me in 2018. First day driving after purchase, overheated after going maybe a mile down the road. Have had several instances where this has happened, and several different parts replaced. Head gasket, water pump, thermostat, radiator flushed/filled, motor mount and left stranded several occasions due to this issue. Twice having to walk in the winter with my daughter. Vehicle overheats in motion, stationary and regardless of city or highway.

Engine · at 1 miles · reported Sep 13, 2019

My 2005 buick rendezvous ---heads were leveled and complete valve job done with new water pump, thermostat, relay belt,bypass hose, upper radiator hose, and complete coolant flush. My car keeps running hot. Please help!

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Buick Rendezvous have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Buick Rendezvous: 06V-417 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Buick Rendezvous?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (39 reports), followed by steering (19). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 58,040 miles.

Are Buick recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Buick dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.