Brakes Failed problems of the 2003 Buick Rendezvous

Two problems related to brakes failed have been reported for the 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Buick Rendezvous based on all problems reported for the 2003 Rendezvous.

1 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 12/23/2013

The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the brakes failed when engaged and the brake pedal became stuck to the floorboard. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of a parked vehicle. In addition, the engine rpms increased excessively. The contact was able to stop the failure by shifting into park while the vehicle was still in motion. The contact sustained injuries to the hip, shoulder, knee and ankle from the impact. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed a local body repair center fo further inspection. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 100,000.

2 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2010

The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. While driving 35 mph, the brakes failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The dealer stated that the brake and fuel lines were severely rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 180,000.




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