2006 Buick Rendezvous: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Buick Rendezvous: 1 recall, 89 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #06V417000 · 2006 · 794 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (21): the most common themes are electrical failure (14), stalls / loses power (9), warning light on (5).
- Suspension (14): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4).
- Engine (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (11), warning light on (5), electrical failure (5).
- Fuel & propulsion (13): the most common themes are leaks (9), rust / corrosion (6), stalls / loses power (4).
The 2006 Buick Rendezvous has 89 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 7 Rendezvous model years for complaints (well below the 177 average). Complaints peaked in 2015 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 82,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (138 complaints, 1 recalls), 2007 (43 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Buick Rendezvous have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2006 Buick Rendezvous. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2006 Buick Rendezvous problems?
Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (21), suspension (14), engine (14).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Buick Rendezvous get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2006 Buick Rendezvous repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.