2005 Buick Terraza Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Buick Terraza.

< older2006
Complaints
195
Crashes
13
Fires
4
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2005 Buick Terraza Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#123 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:64,532 mi
Crash-related:1
#222 complaints

Electronic Stability Control

Avg mileage:82,594 mi
#311 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:82,156 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Buick Terraza.

Electrical Faults
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
64,532
Electronic Stability Control
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
82,594
Brakes
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
82,156
Electrical System:Horn
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,471
Steering Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
83,950
Latches / Locks
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
68,279
Traction Control System
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
74,239
Electronic Stability Control:Automatic (Asc)
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
12,714
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
16,328
Structure:Body:Door
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,218
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,264
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2005 Buick Terraza

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~5,375 vehicles.

10V110000Suspension:rear
~5,375 affected

THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.

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2005 Buick Terraza — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2005 Buick Terraza reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2005 Buick Terraza has 195 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 23 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2005 Buick Terraza?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (23 complaints, avg 64,532 mi); Electronic Stability Control (22 complaints, avg 82,594 mi); Brakes (11 complaints, avg 82,156 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Buick Terraza?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 60,234 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2005 Buick Terraza?
NHTSA complaints for the 2005 Buick Terraza include 13 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2005 Buick Terraza have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 5,375 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2005 Buick Terraza?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Buick Terraza reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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