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2006 Buick Terraza problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2006 Buick Terraza sits mid-pack among Terraza years: 95 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 73, with 3 recalls and 2 closed investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 26 reports (27% of the total).

95

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

2

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Terraza years?

Terraza NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted195 complaints2005: 195 complaints2006: 95 complaints2007: 51 complaints2008: 0 complaints
Terraza NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Buick Terraza problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System2627%
Brakes1617%
Body & Structure1112%
Suspension88%
Steering66%
Latches & Locks66%
Other44%
Engine44%
Speed Control33%
Transmission33%
Airbags22%
Seats11%
Lighting11%
Fuel System11%
Tires & Wheels11%
Child Seat11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2006 Buick Terraza have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10V110000SuspensionMarch 19, 2010 · 5,375 units

Defect

THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.

Consequence

A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.

09E005000SteeringFebruary 17, 2009 · 979 units

Defect

DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.

Consequence

A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

05V552000OtherDecember 7, 2005 · 32,068 units

Defect

CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.

Consequence

A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“MY VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THE SAME SYSTEM IS USED FOR TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY CONTROL. MY VEHICLE IS PRONE TO BRAKE SENSOR FAILURES. WHENEVER ONE OF THE SENSORS FAILS THE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DISABLES ALL 3 OF THESE SAFETY FEATURES. I CURRENTLY HAVE THE THIRD SENSOR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 25, 2009

“MY VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THE SAME SYSTEM IS USED FOR TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY CONTROL. MY VEHICLE IS PRONE TO BRAKE SENSOR FAILURES. WHENEVER ONE OF THE SENSORS FAILS THE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DISABLES ALL 3 OF THESE SAFETY FEATURES. I CURRENTLY HAVE THE THIRD SENSOR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 25, 2009

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK TERRAZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD UNLOCK AND OPEN WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · February 13, 2012

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK TERRAZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, SHE BEGAN TO HEAR NOISES LIKE SOMETHING WAS CRACKING. THE BACK END OF THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SWAY TO LEFT CAUSING HER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE THEN ROLLED DOWN INTO A DITCH AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · December 12, 2009 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BUICK TERRAZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED FROM THE SCENE. THERE WERE NO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · May 2, 2013 · crash

2006 Buick Terraza — common questions

Is the 2006 Buick Terraza reliable?

It is close to typical for the Terraza: 95 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.

What are the most common 2006 Terraza problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (26 complaints), brakes (16 complaints), body & structure (11 complaints).

Does the 2006 Buick Terraza have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Buick Terraza. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2006 Buick Terraza under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Buick Terraza years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Terraza years to avoid are 2005. The cleanest record among Terraza years belongs to 2008.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.