2004 Buick Rainier vs 2006 Buick Rainier
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 | 2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Buick Rainier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 158 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 653 | 777 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Rainier | Buick Rainier |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 83 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 25 |
| Exterior Lighting | 21 | 12 |
| Power Train | 15 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 3 |
| Suspension | 6 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2004 Buick Rainier
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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.