2007 Buick Rainier Problems
The 2007 Buick Rainier has 38 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls, with fuel system issues dominating owner reports. Based on 38 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Fuel System the most reported area.
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This 2007 Buick Rainier has 38 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Fuel System.
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2007 Buick Rainier Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2007 Buick Rainier trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2007 Buick Rainier Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2007 Buick Rainier 4-DR. w/SABOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated19.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
19.1% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
BUICK RAINIER 2007 has 38 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls. Fuel system issues (10 complaints) and electrical faults (7 complaints) are the top concerns. Headlight failures (6 complaints) also reported. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Buick
- Model
- Rainier
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 38
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Fuel System
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 16
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 13 / 19
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2007 Buick Rainier problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Fuel System
Gasoline
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Fuel System, Gasoline, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2007 Buick Rainier?
The 2007 Rainier may be worth considering only if thoroughly inspected, especially the fuel system and electrical components. The low complaint count and zero crash reports offer some reassurance, but the confidence level is low due to limited data.
Fuel system and electrical issues can lead to costly repairs or safety hazards. Headlight failures reduce nighttime visibility, and suspension problems affect handling.
May Suit
This year may suit a budget-conscious buyer willing to perform detailed pre-purchase inspections and address potential fuel system issues.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a worry-free, low-maintenance SUV should avoid this year due to the pattern of fuel and electrical complaints.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2007 Buick Rainier
Inspection Focus
- Inspect fuel system for leaks, odors, or check engine lights.
- Test all headlights and taillights for proper operation.
- Check suspension components for wear or noise.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect fuel system for leaks and check for any related recalls.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for fuel and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect suspension and lighting systems before purchase.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Buick Rainier shows a low-confidence pattern of fuel system problems (10 complaints) and electrical faults (7 complaints). Headlight/taillight failures (6 complaints) and suspension failures (4 complaints) are also notable. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Only the 2007 model year was analyzed, so no direct comparison to other years is available from this data.
Recall context: With 5 recalls, buyers must verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase.
- Fuel system complaints total 10, the highest among all components.
- Electrical faults account for 7 complaints.
- Headlight/taillight failures represent 6 complaints.
- Fuel System: 10 complaints, including gasoline-related issues (8 complaints).
- Electrical Faults: 7 complaints.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures: 6 complaints.
Full breakdown
All 2007 Buick Rainier complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Buick Rainier. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | 2 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Buick Rainier. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Window motors and window controls failing. I replaced two window motors at in 2017, at dealer because they failed, then the rear passenger window motor failed in 2020 and was replaced at mechanic shop with factory replacement, this rear passenger window is seldom used, but rea…
BOTH TRAILING ARMS IN THE REAR SUSPENSION HAVE FAILED TO DUE TO RUST. THE FAILURE OF AT LEAST ONE OF THE TWO TRAILING ARMS OCCURRED WHEN TRAVELING ACROSS A BUMP IN THE ROAD AT LOW SPEED WHILE ON A LONG DISTANCE TRIP. THE 2007 BUICK RAINIER HAD A HISTORY OF BEING IN PENNSYLVANIA. …
AROUND JANUARY 2016, THE REAR END WAS BASICALLY SITTING ALMOST ON THE REAR TIRES--THE AIR BAGS WOULD NOT PUMP THE REAR END UP. AFTER A COUPLE OF DAYS, IT WAS FINE. THEN AROUND MARCH 2016, SAME THING HAPPENED. IN JUNE 2016, SAME THING HAPPENED BUT ONLY DOWN FOR ABOUT A DAY. THE FO…
THIS PROBLEM STARTED AND HAS OCCURED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE 2015. WHEN I SHIFT THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO PARK, IT DOES NOT RELEASE, THE IGNITION WILL NOT CUT COMPLETELY OFF SO THAT YOU CAN TAKE THE KEYS OUT. THIS HAS BEEN A MAJOR PROBLEM! THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN VEHICE IS PARKED, TRYING…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINIER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V755000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE DEALER WAS NOT ABLE TO SUPPLY THE PART FOR THE REPAIR FOR LONGER THAN 18 MONTHS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PERMANENT REMEDY FOR…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINIER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V755000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR…
HEADLIGHTS GO OUT WITHOUT WARNING CAUSING HAZARDOUS NIGHT DRIVING. RECALL ISSUED BUT GM HAS NO FIX YET! HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. I HAVE CHECKED WITH LOCAL DEALER AND STILL NO FIX AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKERED ON THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V519000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) IN 2015. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE HDM SERVICE PAR…
FIRST RECALL WAS ON THE WINDOW SWITH IN DRIVER DOOR . SECOND RECALL WAS ON THE LIGHTS AND AS OF NOW THEY STILL DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO FIX IT. BEFORE I GOT THE RECALL NOTICE WE WENT AND HAD IT FIXED AND WE HAD TO PAY FOR THAT. THEY DONT SEEM TO BE TO CONCERENED ABOUT OUR SAFTEY …
MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED, HE COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD AND TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR AND IT WOULDN'T. WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED AND WAITING TO HERE.
MY RECALL WAS JAN 2015 THAT LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS GOES OFF . MINE ARE OFF ALL THE TIME. NO PARTS AVAILABLE SO THEY WANT ME TO PAY FOR REPAIRS. IF REPAIRS ARE AVAILABLE THEN WHY DO THEY PAY TO FIX. BILL APP.300.00 CAN NOT DRIVE NIGHT ONLY HAVE HIGH AND FOG LIGHTS. HAVE TALKED TO …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINIER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V755000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECAL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINIER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE WHEELS SUDDENLY LOCKED WITH THE 'STABILITY CONTROL" WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WOULD RECUR MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE …
WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED ACTING ERRATICALLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN COMPLETELY DRY WEATHER. THE WIPERS WOULD TURN ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES AND PERIODICALLY ACTIVATE THE WASHER WHICH WOULD SPLASH WATER ALL OVER THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING VISIBILITY ISSUES. WHEN THIS WAS OCCURRING THE …
THE HEATED SEAT GOT HOT AND WAS UNABLE TO TURN OFF. THE LEATHER SEAT BURNT THROUGH FROM THE HEATING UNIT OR WIRE TO THE HEATING ELEMENT. THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT IS NOT THEIR PROBLEM SO IT IS NOT FIXED. THERE IS NO LONGER POWER TO THE SEAT. *TR
UNABLE TO OPEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR FROM OUTSIDE IN ANY MANNER. THIS IS STARTING TO HAPPEN TO OTHER DOORS. *TR
UNABLE TO OPEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR FROM OUTSIDE IN ANY MANNER. STARTING TO ALSO HAPPEN TO BACK PASSENGER ON DRIVER SIDE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE REAR END OF VEHICLE JERKED AND THE STABLE TRACK SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE OUTPUT SHAFT ON TRANSFER CASE AND SLIP YOKE NEEDED…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BUICK RAINIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHIFTING INTO PARK, THE GEAR WOULD NOT LOCK. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE COULD NOT BE SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTUR…
DRIVERS DOOR WINDOW SCREECHES WHEN LOWERED, STOPS HALF WAY WHEN RAISED. HAS BECOME WORSE OVER THE PAST MONTH. NOW I MUST TRY HELPING IT BY HAND WHILE PUSHING THE UP BUTTON..NOW I AM AFRAID TO LOWER WINDOW FOR FEAR OF NOT BEING ABLE TO GET IT TO RAISE. *TR
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Buick Rainier.
Safety recalls
2007 Buick Rainier recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Buick Rainier. With 5 recalls, buyers must verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Questions
2007 Buick Rainier buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Buick Rainier reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 38 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Rainier may be worth considering only if thoroughly inspected, especially the fuel system and electrical components. The low complaint count and zero crash reports offer some reassurance, but the confidence level is low due to limited data. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Buick Rainier?▾
#1: Fuel System (10 complaints). #2: Gasoline (8 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Buick Rainier?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Buick Rainier?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Buick Rainier, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 2 fire reports out of 38 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Buick Rainier have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Buick Rainier. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. With 5 recalls, buyers must verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Buick Rainier?▾
The 2007 Rainier may be worth considering only if thoroughly inspected, especially the fuel system and electrical components. The low complaint count and zero crash reports offer some reassurance, but the confidence level is low due to limited data. Fuel system and electrical issues can lead to costly repairs or safety hazards. Headlight failures reduce nighttime visibility, and suspension problems affect handling. Pay extra attention to Fuel System during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Buick Rainier reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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