Instrument Panel Problems of Buick Rendezvous

Buick Rendezvous owners have reported 20 problems related to instrument panel (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Buick Rendezvous based on all problems reported for the Rendezvous.

1 Instrument Panel problem of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 08/09/2011

The contact owns a 2005 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that the speedometer was inoperable. The dealer repaired the vehicle by replacing the instrument panel assembly. The manufacturer was contacted and promised to call the contact back. The failure mileage was 64,000 and the current mileage was 65,000. Updated 11/03/11.

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2 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 09/22/2010

The contact owns a 2004 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the speedometer displayed an incorrect speed; it would indicate that the vehicle was traveling faster than it actually was. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000. Updated 3/11/11 the consumer stated the speedometer registers at 100- 105 mph when she was actually driving 45 mph. Updated 03/16/11.

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3 Instrument Panel problem of the 2003 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 08/24/2010

The contact owns a 2003 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph with the air conditioner on, there was a burning odor and the instrument panel began emitting smoke. The contact opened the instrument panel and removed the control box. The contact then noticed wires melting inside the box which stopped the air conditioner fan from running. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

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4 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 07/02/2010

I have been seriously frustrated with my vehicle. I have taken to mechanics where I paid to have it placed on the diagnostic machine and I have had every fuse checked numerous times. Not once but many times over the past year. My 2004 Buick Rendezvous' gas gauge and speedometer work when they want to. Most of the time not at all. The speedometer will read over 100 mph. The gas gauge does not work. I took it to another mechanic today to be told it must be in the board. I have been told it has something to do with a ground wire. I don't know but for the money I spent on this car it should work. I am worried about safety. I have had problems with it stalling also. One window will not roll up and down by the button on the door (only by the driver's button). One door won't open from the inside. And the back windshield wiper does not touch the window. This also has been looked at since 2 weeks after I purchased the vehicle. I just found out about gm' recalls etc today and am hoping something will finally get done cause I love my SUV.

5 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 05/04/2010

Speedometer often fails to work properly.

6 Instrument Panel problem of the 2002 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 06/30/2009

The contact owns a 2002 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that the service vehicle light illuminated on the instrument panel. It started to blink and dims the light or cuts off the exterior and interior lights in the vehicle. The vehicle also goes into security mode and locks the entire vehicle. The vehicle will need to be taken to an authorized dealer the current mileage was 81,500 and failure mileage was 80,000.

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7 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 01/05/2009

Vehicle dashboard instruments (speedometer and vehicle engine temperature) do not operate properly.

8 Instrument Panel problem of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 12/20/2008

Our 2005 Buick Rendezvous speedometer stopped working. The dealer changed a sensor for $125, that did not work. They greased the lines and checked it out on their equipment but that has not worked either. I saw online that many people had problems with this and their electronic problems. Is there a recall from Buick?.

9 Instrument Panel problem of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 10/25/2008

While driving my speedometer just stopped working. It has not worked since. Sometimes it says I'm going 10mph and sometimes it says I'm going 110mph and sometimes it just hangs down at the bottom. Obviously, this is extremely dangerous not knowing what speed you are traveling at.

10 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 07/01/2008

Initially the fuel gauge began to act incorrectly. Now not only does the fuel gauge not work, but the speedometer does not work.

11 Instrument Panel problem of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 05/08/2008

I have no speedometer and the bearings have gone bad,I called gm to see about it and get the run around,can u help. 2005 Buick Rendezvous cx. I have only had 9 months.

12 Instrument Panel problem of the 2007 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 02/12/2008

The contact owns a 2007 Buick Rendezvous. While driving 10 mph, the instrument panel lights illuminated. When the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated and then accelerated. She stated that the vehicle felt as if it would stall when the accelerator pedal was depressed. When she removes her foot from the brake pedal, she felt a sensation and the vehicle would accelerate very quickly. The dealer noticed that the instrument panel lights were illuminated and stated that the accelerator pedal sensor was the cause of the malfunction and needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the vehicle and stated that if someone would inspect the vehicle, the failure would appear. Approximately one month later, the failure recurred for the second time. The contact took the vehicle back to the same dealer with the failure still present. The dealer stated that they would keep the vehicle and notify the contact of the situation. He also stated that there were other failures with the vehicle, such as the engine hesitating upon start up, the radio malfunctioning, and the doors jamming. The dealer stated that nothing could be done about the engine until it malfunctioned. The radio was replaced and the doors were repaired; however, the doors continue to malfunction occasionally. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 9,800 and failure mileage was 9,300.

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13 Instrument Panel problem of the 2002 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 08/15/2007

The contact owns a 2002 Buick Rendezvous. The contact stated that the all wheel drive light illuminated and displayed disabled on the instrument panel. He was informed that there was water intrusions flowing from under the carpet to the drain and fuel pump harness. He stated that the abs harness was affected by the condensation from the air conditioner, which is causing the failure. The repair would cost $1,500. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge does not show the proper amount of fuel. The speed was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 58,425. Updated 08/30/07.

14 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 03/30/2007

We have a 2004 Buick Rendezvous that does not keep accurate speedometer readings and it jumps lanes or severely pulls to the left. We have been trying to get this repaired but it does not do these things when the dealer drives it. This has gone on over 3 months. The speedometer reads excessive speeds over 100 mph or it reads 20 mph sitting in the drive. We have pictures of the speedometer reading 100+ miles per hour but they wont take those. The dealer can not get the nac warranty department to cover or replace the cluster because they cant duplicate the problem. I recently read where there is a class action lawsuit against gm due to the same speedometer issues.

15 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 02/12/2007

Speed gauge keeps spending around wont stay adjusted. My rear defrost won't work tried fuses keep blowing out.

16 Instrument Panel problem of the 2002 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 01/18/2007

The odometer reads "error" this problems prevents correct reporting of mileage to nys inspections, resale, warranty, calculation of tire and oil maintenance.

17 Instrument Panel problem of the 2002 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 10/29/2006

: the contact stated upon purchasing the vehicle, the instrument panel gauges were inoperable. Also, the front driver side window would not operate up or down, and the exterior brake light located above the rear window did not illuminate. The service dealer or manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The consumer also stated the brakes were defective. Once the vehicle is driven for a while, the brakes began to make noise. Updated 12/01/06.

18 Instrument Panel problem of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 07/10/2006

: the contact stated while driving 35 mph on normal road conditions the lights for the awd and abs systems illuminated. According to the owner's manual when abs illuminates the vehicle should be stopped and towed for assistance. This incident has occurred several times and the dealer advised the contact to drive the vehicle eventhough the manual recommended towing. The contact was not aware of the remedy repair to fix awd and abs illumination problem.

19 Instrument Panel problem of the 2005 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 04/28/2006

2005 Buick Rendezvous rolled from park with keys out of the ignition injuring consumers wife. The consumer had other problems with the vehicle such as the power steering becoming hard . The dealer replaced the pump and the power steering rack. The abs, and brake light illuminated, then the awd disable light came on. The gas gauge fluctuated as well. The vehicle pulled to the left. The dealer readjusted the camber, caster and rear tow.

20 Instrument Panel problem of the 2002 Buick Rendezvous

Failure Date: 05/09/2005

Bought 2002 Buick Rendezvous cxl from carmax with 29k miles. Seemed to run ok for first couple months. . . At around 36k miles, the condenser went out at the same time as the odometer started to display "error". Unacceptable for condenser to fail with just 3 years of light use. Also, had to replace instrument panel to get rid of error - took a week to ship the error panel to factory so they could read mileage and set on a new panel to ship back to the dealer. Luckily I purchased extended warranty, but I still have a 75 deductable for every repair and rental vehicle is not covered.


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