2004 Buick Rendezvous Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2004 Buick Rendezvous. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Fuel system, gasoline › StorageCovers: Buick Rendezvous 2002–2004, Pontiac Aztek 2001–2004, Montana 2001–2004 +1 more
Reported issue: 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).
Possible consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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…
- Electrical system › IgnitionCovers: Buick Rendezvous 2004, Pontiac Aztek 2004
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: The vehicle cannot be restarted immediately. If this were to occur, it could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: 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 › LockCovers: Buick Rendezvous 2003–2004
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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 › StorageCovers: Buick Rendezvous 2004, Pontiac Aztek 2004
Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
Possible consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA investigations
- EA07006Fuel tank leakageClosed · Apr 18, 2007
- RQ06009Fuel tank leakageClosed · Dec 14, 2006
- PE04075Ignition relay failureClosed · Nov 10, 2004
← All problems reported for the 2004 Buick Rendezvous
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.