2006 Buick Terraza Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Buick Terraza.

20052007
Complaints
95
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
10
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2006 Buick Terraza Problems

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

#111 complaints

Electronic Stability Control

Avg mileage:111,277 mi
#210 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:47,908 mi
#36 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:109,149 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Buick Terraza.

Electronic Stability Control
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
111,277
Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,908
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,149
Structure:Body:Door
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
34,760
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
97,380
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
63,703
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Child Seat
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control:Automatic (Asc)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Interior Lighting
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2006 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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2006 Buick Terraza — FAQ

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

Is the 2006 Buick Terraza reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2006 Buick Terraza has 95 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electronic Stability Control with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Buick Terraza?
Top reported problems: Electronic Stability Control (11 complaints, avg 111,277 mi); Electrical Faults (10 complaints, avg 47,908 mi); Brakes (6 complaints, avg 109,149 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 2006 Buick Terraza?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 78,849 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Buick Terraza?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Buick Terraza include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 10 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 2006 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 2006 Buick Terraza?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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