buick rainier 2007 Complaints

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

tl*the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the vehicle has four michelin 17 inch, 245 tires. in the contact's owner's manual (page 427), there was a caution that stated that tires of different sizes, brands, or types mixed together could cause damage to the vehicle and loss of control. however, the spare tire that came with the vehicle was of a different brand and size (wrangler 16 inch, 235). the contact stated that his concern was with the differences in brands and sizes of the tires, which were in direct opposition to the caution in the owner's manual. there had been no failure to date. the purchase date was unknown. the current mileage was 4,319. updated 04/25/08 *bf

Reported in: MONTROSS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADS13S272

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning because the fuel level gauge displayed that the fuel tank was full when in fact it was empty. in addition, the gauge would read that the tank was empty when it was full to capacity. the dealer was contacted and they advised him that there were no recalls for the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 51,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: PARDEVILLE WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

the vehicle fuel gauge is erratic and inaccurate! when the tank is filled it shows empty and displays a low fuel level warning. as the tank draws fuel it fluctuates between full and empty. at one point it would stabilize at a certain level but nowadays it either shows full or empty. i track mileage and fuel use but would not trust the vehicle for safety concerns with other family members since there is no sure fire way to know if/when the vehicle will run out of fuel! i only let them use it when i know it is full and they are only making short local trips.

Reported in: HUNTSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GAES13M662

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

my wife was stranded with no gas even though the gas gauge said 1/2 full - took to dealer and they said sender unit was bad, they said it was all too common on this vehicle.

Reported in: ADRIAN MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13SX72

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. while parked, the contact stated that the front drivers side door would not open from the exterior. the door would only open from the interior. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the door handle was replaced. the failure recurred a second time. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was again repaired. the failure recurred a third time. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 46,000.

Reported in: FARMINGTON MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S572

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

fuel gauge reading inaccurate. with a full tank when starting and fuel level gauge slowing showing empty knowing i have just filled the tank. the level fluctuates up and down creating frustration and anxiety. my wife is now afraid to drive the vehicle. this has brought much apprehension while driving thinking there is a leak in the system.

Reported in: HUNTERSVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S672

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

when fuel tank is filled to full, fuel gauge reads empty and low fuel warning appears on driver information center. fuel gauge starts to indicate fuel level when fuel tank is about 1/2 full. fuel level indication is very inaccurate when fuel level approaches 1/8 tank. very easy to run out of gas.

Reported in: FARMINGTON HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GAET13MX72

POWER TRAIN

buick rainier 2007 with only 45000 miles and the transmission line are corroded soo bad they are leaking. unbelieable!! the car was always garage kept and taken care of. *tt

Reported in: NEW CASTLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

fuel gauge will drop to empty and the low fuel light will come on, the driver information center will sound an audible alert and will show low fuel indicator. when you have a full tank of gas it will show a full tank and stay there until you use about 1/8th of a tank and then the fuel gauge start malfunctioning. some times the fuel gauge will show full and some times it will show empty and all the bells and whistles will activate. i took it to the dealer where i bought the vehicle and they told me gm was aware of the problem and that gm would pay 1/2 of the repair costs which are about $145.00 and the vehicle owner would pay the other 1/2 of the costs. it would take about 2 hours to repair. this is a known problem by gm.

Reported in: COLORADO SPRINGS CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S972

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated that the fuel gauge was providing inaccurate fuel level readings and would read that the tank was empty when it was actually full to capacity. when the tank was empty, the fuel gauge would read that the tank was full. the dealer informed the contact that her warranty would not cover the cost to repair this particular failure. the manufacturer advised the contact that they would only be willing to cover fifty percent of the repair costs. the contact was awaiting repairs. the current mileage was 64,000 and the approximate failure mileage was 63,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: BLOOMFIELD KY || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

fuel gauge acts erratic. shows 3/4 full, then slowly drops to empty with low fuel alarm sounding. i know there is fuel in the vehicle. fuel sensing unit is malfunction.

Reported in: ROSCOE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S272

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

after filling engine to full, under normal driving conditions, fuel sensor dropped all the way down to empty and the low fuel light came on. later, it came back up but level doesn't reflect what it should be. i have resorted to resetting my trip odometer and filling up when it nears 300 miles so i know i won't be stranded without fuel. this has occurred on numerous occasions in the last two months. *js

Reported in: VINEMONT AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated that the steering wheel emitted a squeaking noise while turning. the noise was also present while driving over bumps or potholes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer; however they stated that there was no noise. the failure was not diagnosed. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 68,000. updated 08/28/12*lj updated 08/30/12 updated 09/04/2012 *js

Reported in: NEWTON FALLS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S672

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

short circuit in electrical system caused overheating which caused door locks and power windows to smoke, produce odor in car and show signs of fire damage on door. all warning signs were lit on dashboard. car wouldn't start for over 24 hours. when it did we drove it to a dealer. upon driving, all bells and whistles were going while driving. this particular problem has been recalled as of august 2012, id # 90864. i was told that my particular vin number wasn't included and i think it should be. i would like to be reimbursed.

Reported in: LAKE LUZERNE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S472

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated while traveling 30 mph , burning fumes started to emit from the front driver door. the contact mentioned that the electronics in the door panel were not functioning properly. the vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's destination. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 52,000.

Reported in: FAIRBANKS AK || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S772

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. after adding fuel to the vehicle, the contact noticed the fuel gauge displayed empty and the empty fuel tank warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000. updated 11/14/12*lj

Reported in: MARQUETTE MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S372

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainer. the contact stated that he received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 12v406000 (visibility:power window devices and controls) and called the to have the vehicle repaired. the dealer stated that the parts were not yet available and the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and advised that they were not manufacturing the recall parts for the vehicle. the vehicle was not serviced under the recall. the failure mileage was 76,000. updated 12/14/12 *bf

Reported in: MARQUETT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S372

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated that when opening or closing the driver side window by depressing the window switch, the window would stop midway up and he would have to manually close it by pulling on the glass. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 12v406000 (visibility:power window devices and controls) however, did not confirm if the vehicle was included in the recall. the failure mileage was approximately 22,000. the current mileage was approximately 22,500..... updated 02-20-13 *bf the consumer stated the dealer replaced the driver's door regulator. the recall to replace window module had not been completed, yet. updated 2/21/2013 *js

Reported in: HOMESTEAD FALLS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S172

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

drivers door window screeches when lowered, stops half way when raised. has become worse over the past month. now i must try helping it by hand while pushing the up button..now i am afraid to lower window for fear of not being able to get it to raise.

Reported in: OLMSTED FALLS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S172

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

drivers door window screeches when lowered, stops half way when raised. has become worse over the past month. now i must try helping it by hand while pushing the up button..now i am afraid to lower window for fear of not being able to get it to raise.

Reported in: OLMSTED FALLS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S172

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated that after shifting into park, the gear would not lock. as a result, the engine could not be shut off. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 95,000. the current mileage was approximately 110,000.

Reported in: DELCO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S172

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick rainier. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the rear end of vehicle jerked and the stable track system warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the output shaft on transfer case and slip yoke needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired but the problem recurred. the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 59,507.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GAET13M972

STRUCTURE:BODY

unable to open driver side door from outside in any manner. this is starting to happen to other doors.

Reported in: CAMP HIL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S972

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

unable to open driver side door from outside in any manner. starting to also happen to back passenger on driver side.

Reported in: CAMP HILL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S972

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the heated seat got hot and was unable to turn off. the leather seat burnt through from the heating unit or wire to the heating element. the dealership said it is not their problem so it is not fixed. there is no longer power to the seat.

Reported in: FAIRBANKS AK || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S777

SEATS

the heated seat got hot and was unable to turn off. the leather seat burnt through from the heating unit or wire to the heating element. the dealership said it is not their problem so it is not fixed. there is no longer power to the seat.

Reported in: FAIRBANKS AK || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GADT13S777

VISIBILITY/WIPER

windshield wipers started acting erratically while i was driving in completely dry weather. the wipers would turn on and off by themselves and periodically activate the washer which would splash water all over the windshield causing visibility issues. when this was occurring the on off switch would not function and there was no way to stop the wipers from coming on or spraying water. this is a huge safety issue as it is impossible to know when the wipers and washers will turn on start spraying water and block my vision of the road. i searched and found that a gm service bulletin was issued for the 2006 rainer on your website regarding a wiper motor malfunction. i called gm to inquire what steps they would take to repair this equipment malfunction. i was told the service bulletin was not applicable to my 2007 vehicle even though the manufacturing date listed on my rainer is august 2006. they said the vin # was tied to the year model 2007 and they could not authorize a repair based on a 2006 listing in the bulletin. i believe gm installed one of the defective washer motors in my 2007 rainer when it was built in august 2006 and i want them to cover the cost of the repair.

Reported in: HOPE AR || Crash: N || VIN #: