2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS STEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENT. CONSUMER STATES THAT SHE HAS REPLACED THE STEERING COLUMN TWICE. *KB THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD END WAS LOOSE WHICH THE DEALER REPLACED. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED WHEN THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL WAS ACTIVATED THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL WOULD ALSO BLINK. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *JB
2006 buick Rendezvous steering problems
severe 10 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
IN 02-06 I TRADED A '03 BUICK RENDEZVOUS FOR A '06 RENDEZVOUS. TAKING A FINANCIAL LOSS ON THE TRADE, BECAUSE, WITH A SERIOUS HEART CONDITION, I WAS WILLING TO TAKE THE LOSS IN EXCHANGE FOR THE SECURITY AND SAFETY OF A "NEW" CAR UNDER WARRANTY, SIGNING A LOW LEASE" AGREEMENT. INSTANTLY I NOTICED A PROBLEM WITH THE ROUGH DRIVABILITY OF THE CAR. A RIGHT OR LEFT TURN WOULD RESULT IN THE WHEEL PULLING …
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2006 buick Rendezvous?
It's a meaningful issue. 10 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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