Buick Terraza Problems by Year
NHTSA has 207 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Buick Terraza, across 4 model years (2005–2008). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (120). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Buick Terraza years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Terraza model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 Terraza: 120 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2006 Terraza: 54 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2007 Terraza: 33 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Buick Terraza problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 52 | 3 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 36 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 36 | 3 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 29 | 3 | 2 |
| Suspension | 25 | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 21 | 3 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 3 | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buick Terraza model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Terraza | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 Terraza | 33 | 1 | — | Structure | |
| 2006 Terraza | 54 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 Terraza | 120 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buick Terraza years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (120), 2006 (54), 2007 (33). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Buick Terraza?
Electrical System, with 52 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Buick Terraza have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.