Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Buick Rainier

Buick Rainier owners have reported 5 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Buick Rainier

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
3
Door Latch problems
2

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Buick Rainier

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2005 Buick Rainier. While at a traffic light, the door locks started to lock and unlock rapidly without warning. After the light changed, the vehicle failed to accelerate and then stalled. The vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2006 Buick Rainier. The contact stated that the exterior driver latch became loose and the driver's side door latch would not open. The contact took her vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the stated the door latch would need to be replaced and repainted.   Read details...




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