Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Fix: Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
ProblemsByVin File / 2005-BUICK-RENDEZVOUS NHTSA data synced 1 day ago
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2005 Buick Rendezvous problems
The 2005 Buick Rendezvous has 138 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2005 Buick Rendezvous has 138 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 30 complaints, typically surfacing around 71,870 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Rendezvous (this page) | 138 | 2 |
| 2006 Rendezvous | 89 | 1 |
| 2007 Rendezvous | 43 | 0 |
Reliability score
7.2 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2005 Rendezvous?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Electrical system: 30 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 37,000–83,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average
- 2 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2005 Buick Rendezvous? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- electrical — 30 owner reports · tends to show around 71,870 mi · ~$850 to fix
- engine — 20 owner reports · tends to show around 61,110 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
- steering — 18 owner reports · tends to show around 60,948 mi · ~$700 to fix
- powertrain — 11 owner reports · tends to show around 97,097 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 71,870 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 2 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →Ask anything about your 2005 Buick Rendezvous
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Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
electrical
engine
steering
powertrain
cruise control
suspension
brakes
fuel system
Your road ahead on this 2005 Buick Rendezvous
When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.
- ~50,000 misteering~$700
- ~52,000 misuspension~$900
- ~52,676 miengine~$3,100
- ~64,000 mielectrical~$850
- ~78,000 mipowertrain~$2,500
"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
Buyer's checklist
Going to look at one? Use the pre-purchase inspection list.
Generated from this 2005 Rendezvous's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
Honest Calculator
Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2005 Rendezvous?
We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl*- the contact called regarding recall number: 06v417000. The contact states that they purchase another gm vehicle from a different dealership and that the dealership where they purchase the recalled vehicle is reluctant to take back the vehicle because contact didn't…
12/19/2006 · at 25,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10176594.0 · see airbags pattern →
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Buick rendezvous. While driving 35-65 MPH, the engine suddenly shut off and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. The failure occurred three times. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle. After the first failure, the contact took…
12/03/2007 · at 47,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10210641.0 · see engine pattern →
While driving my speedometer just stopped working. It has not worked since. Sometimes it says I'm going 10mph and sometimes it says I'm going 110mph and sometimes it just hangs down at the bottom. Obviously, this is extremely dangerous not knowing what speed you are traveling…
12/01/2008 · at 47,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10250350.0 · see electrical pattern →
Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled while driving. The only warning was the battery light. When the vehicle stalled there was no steering or brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they have placed a recorder on the vehicle three times. From the information…
11/30/2005 · NHTSA ODI #10144066.0 · see engine pattern →
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Estimate your repair exposure
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2
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
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.
Common questions
Is the 2005 Buick Rendezvous reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Buick Rendezvous is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2005 Buick Rendezvous?
The 2005 Buick Rendezvous is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 30 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 37,000–83,000 mi; Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2005 Buick Rendezvous?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 30 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 71,870 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2005 Buick Rendezvous a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 138 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 71,870 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2005 Buick Rendezvous?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 30 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 71,870 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 71,870 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Buick Rendezvous has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2005 Buick Rendezvous?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 138 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Related
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Buick/Rendezvous.
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