2002 Buick Rendezvous vs 2004 Buick Rendezvous
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Buick Rendezvous |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 486 | 200 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 391 | 473 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,250 mi | 68,582 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Rendezvous | Buick Rendezvous |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 103 | 76 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 115 | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 65 | 23 |
| Suspension | 45 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 33 | 20 |
| Power Train | 40 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 10 |
| Equipment | 40 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 43 | 0 |
| Stalling | 34 | 39 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 5 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2002 Buick Rendezvous
2004 Buick Rendezvous
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.