2006 Buick Rendezvous vs 2006 Chevrolet HHR
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Chevrolet HHR |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 1,006 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 665 | 758 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 84,000 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Rendezvous | Chevrolet HHR |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 10 | 458 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 222 |
| Structure | 3 | 119 |
| Power Train | 11 | 82 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 63 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 70 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 44 |
| Engine | 14 | 39 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 70 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 32 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 88 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 45 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 37 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 12 |
2006 Buick Rendezvous
2006 Chevrolet HHR
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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.