Before buying a used 2005 Buick Rainier, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
2005 Buick Rainier 4-DR.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainier 2WD — Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.2 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) |
| Rainier 2WD — Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) |
| Rainier AWD — Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.2 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) |
| Rainier AWD — Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) | 15.7 L/100 km (15 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
103 complaints filed with NHTSA (6 involving a crash, 3 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.