Does the 2004 Buick Rendezvous have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 Buick Rendezvous, the most recent reported on August 8, 2007 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?

Owners have filed 200 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (76 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (23).

How many 2004 Buick Rendezvous complaints mention a crash or fire?

14 of 200 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 16 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Buick Rendezvous recalls and problems

4 recalls and 200 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Buick Rendezvous.

recalls

200

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Buick Rendezvous recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

NHTSA campaign 07V349000 · reported August 8, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 20,594 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures may lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
The risk: A fracture may allow fuel vapors to pass through and allow droplets of fuel to accumulate on the side of the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on december 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on december 13, 2007. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080; chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668. The vehicle population includes buick rendezvous and pontiac aztek vehicle built in may 2003; chevrolet venture and pontiac montana vehicles built from june through august 2002; and all vehicles registered in nevada, arizona, virgin islands, puerto rico, and hawaii.

Electrical system: ignition

NHTSA campaign 05V157000 · reported April 20, 2005 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 34,186 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, contamination on ignition relay contacts can cause high resistance. This can affect signals to the powertrain control module and, could cause intermittent vehicle stalls at any time.
The risk: The vehicle cannot be restarted immediately. If this were to occur, it could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the ignition relay free of charge. The recall began on may 4, 2005. Owners may contact pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 and buick at 1-866-608-8080.

Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate, lock

NHTSA campaign 04V150000 · reported March 29, 2004 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 103,956 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, a structural support at the latch attachment in the rear liftgate may be inadequate to retain the latch to the liftgate in certain severe vehicle crash events.
The risk: If the liftgate were to open in a vehicle crash, an occupant could be ejected from the vehicle resulting in increased risk of personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will add structural reinforcements to the liftgate in the area adjoining the latch assembly. Owner notification schedule began on june 21, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080. This is an expansion to a previous recall (03v211).

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

NHTSA campaign 03V454000 · reported November 10, 2003 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 79 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
The risk: If these parts separate, the driver may notice an odor of fuel, the service engine soon or check engine light may illuminate, and/or fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the serial number of the fuel tank to see if it is on the list of affected tanks. If the serial number matches, the fuel tank will be replaced. Owner notification began november 4, 2003. Owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system76
Fuel system, gasoline23
Engine and engine cooling21
Fuel/propulsion system20
Steering16
Air bags14
Power train12
Service brakes11
Engine10
Service brakes, hydraulic10

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 30, 2025 · Unknown or other
It is an unfortunate fact that since moving to area Federal Hill this vehicle and driver has been illegally surveillanced the car has been broken into with no signs of forced entry. As usual the billboard is visible for locals to observe. My only issue is waiting to act. The vehicle is legal with no visible or…

Jan 3, 2023 · Electrical system
Upon arriving at my destination and after i put my in park i was UNABLE to turn my engine off because the ignition was stuck in that position. I ultimately had no choice but to unhook the battery cables along with disconnecting the alternator to get my engine to turn off. Prior to this incident occasionally upon…

Aug 29, 2022 · Electrical system
Electrical problems,manifold gone, ants under my battery the whole vehicle was infected with them, battery wouldn't unbolt tailgate wouldn't open, it overheated

Mar 16, 2021 · Fuel/propulsion system
THERE HAS BEEN A LEAK FROM THE FUEL TANK SINCE 2006 WITHOUT ANY ACCIDENT TO THE VEHICLE AND AM HAVING DIFFICULTY FINDING ONE TO REPLACE IT. ONE CAR PARTS ATTENDANT INFORMED ME OF THE RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM.

Jan 31, 2021 · Fuel/propulsion system · 135,000 miles
MY GRANDSON AND I WERE SHOPPING, THEN I FILLED MY GAS TANK. WE THEN WENT INTO THE GROCERY STORE CAME OUT, SMELLED GAS AND LOOKED UNDER CAR. IT IS LEAKING GAS, WE HURRIED HOME--WENT FROM FULL TANK TO 1/4 FULL TANK IN 58 MILES. IT IS SITTING AND NOT DRIVEN. AND I HAVE A 2003 RENDEZVOUS THAT HAS A GAS SMELL THAT IS VERY…

Rendezvous model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	0	4	1	0
2002	2	486	18	8
2003	6	281	12	13
2004	4	200	14	2
2005	1	138	10	1
2006	1	89	9	1
2007	0	43	4	0

Across all years, the 2002 Rendezvous has the most complaints (486). All Buick Rendezvous years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Buick Rendezvous have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 Buick Rendezvous, the most recent reported on August 8, 2007 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?: Owners have filed 200 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (76 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (23).
How many 2004 Buick Rendezvous complaints mention a crash or fire?: 14 of 200 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 16 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 30, 2025.