2005 Buick Terraza Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 10%of 120 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 33,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the suspension of the 2005 Buick Terraza, 10% of the 120 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 33,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“As we were driving home in may of 2014 the left front brake grabbed as if I had applied the brake,since then we have had both wheel bearings replaced lower ball joints and tie rod ends but nothing has changed. It has grabbed several times since then,this is a serious matter that should be dealt with, I refuse to let my wife drive the van especially when we have our five children with us because when this occurs it jerks the to the left towards oncoming traffic.”
NHTSA complaint #10676984, filed 2015-01, 150,000 miles“This is the worst vehicle that I have ever owned! Also, the first new car I have every had and I'm extremely disappointed!!!! I have always driven GM cars and I can't understand why GM doesn't recall and of the 2005 buck Terraza's and give people a refund or a new car. This car has been in the shop at least 30 times since feb. 2006-mar 2008. Problems from tires, front end problems, doors, cd/dvd player, heated seats, electrical, brakes, rotors, you name it, it's been done. …”
NHTSA complaint #10261032, filed 2009-03, 18,529 miles“During recent preventive maintenance, oil change, tire rotation, and inspection. Technician reported that the drivers side rear hub bearing was faulty and needed replacement. Further investigation revealed that the rear stabilizer bar was improperly installed. The link was installed through the spring and was resting on the spring instead of being wrapped around the spring. The vehicle was never in an accident, had never been worked on, other that preventive maintenance and manufacturer recalls. Wear to both the spring and the stabilizer link were noted. …”
NHTSA complaint #10319563, filed 2010-03, 33,500 miles“Constant vibration at highway speeds. Pulling and severe vibration when braking from speeds over 25 MPH. This happens everytime the car is driven. I was told there was no fix.”
NHTSA complaint #10171077, filed 2006-10, 1 miles“- the contact complained about a variety of vehicle problems. Failures. The heating and cooling system did not consistently provide heat or air conditioning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer 7 times for the heating and cooling system failure. However, she stated that she has had problems with system working on at least 15 occasions. The last time that the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for heating and cooling failure was december 27, 2006. The contact stated that each time she has taken the vehicle for repair it was reprogrammed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10177683, filed 2007-01, 35,875 milesRelated recalls
- 10V110000Mar 19, 2010The braun corporation has notified nhtsa about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 general motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor…Covers: Buick Terraza 2005–2008, Pontiac Montana 2005–2008, Chevrolet Uplander 2005–2008
Related service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10141360May 17, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately…
- 10190337Oct 1, 2017Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and…
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Buick Terraza
37 complaintsElectronic stability control
29 complaintsBrakes
19 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
16 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Buick Terraza
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology