2005 Buick Rendezvous Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 14%of 138 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 135,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 14% of the 138 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 135,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a gas leak coming from the bottom of my car is the fuel line and every year I have to change my power steering punk and I get regular oil changes and my transmission still goes slow and my car smells like fart I'm a truck driver so I left a year-and-a-half ago so my car been sitting I just got back home about 2 weeks ago and these are the problems that I'm facing now .why”
NHTSA complaint #11093485, filed 2018-05, 191,623 miles“Pcm has been causing problems. I first lost my speedometer with no idea how to fix it. Intermittent gas gage problems, and now vehicle cuts out while driving. Mechanic has ruled out plugs and wires, coils, ignition control and more. Now, I must go to the dealership with it. This recall is listed on 2004”
NHTSA complaint #10984588, filed 2017-05, 200,000 miles“Car was sold to me in 2018. First day driving after purchase, overheated after going maybe a mile down the road. Have had several instances where this has happened, and several different parts replaced. Head gasket, water pump, thermostat, radiator flushed/filled, motor mount and left stranded several occasions due to this issue. Twice having to walk in the winter with my daughter. Vehicle overheats in motion, stationary and regardless of city or highway.”
NHTSA complaint #11338332, filed 2020-07, 175,000 miles“I was driving the car came to a complete stop at the right light, turned green took my foot off the brake push the gas pedal, car completely cut off, could not get it to crank, service engine light came on, I had to get the car towed, took it to the dealership, I have a 50% warranty on the engine, powertrain, and transmission. Then crankshaft position sensor need to be replace and the transmission needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10586151, filed 2014-05, 117,703 miles“We have had numerous issues with the 2005 Buick Rendezvous. The biggest issue is the fuel loss. The car is leaking fuel. Peoria kia stated that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle and since we purchased it used it was as is. This is very dangerous and we need to get the fuel and electrical system fixed..we have two children and it is not safe for us. I am glad that I found this recall information but I need help getting the fuel and electrical system fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10579123, filed 2014-04, 50,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous
38 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsEngine cooling
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Buick Rendezvous
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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