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US recalls (1)
Visibility: windshield
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Risk and remedy
Risk: IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Other
2019-08-21 · campaign 2019-420
Issue:
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones.
Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Safety Risk:
Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.
Other
2005-02-15 · campaign 2005-031 · 499 vehicles
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 212 - Windshield Mounting. The windshield urethane bead may not have adhered to the body in certain areas during the cure process. As a result, the windshield may not be retained during a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the windshield.
Owner complaints (103)
Owners filed 103 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Buick Rainier (6 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries reported). Among 5 model years of this model, it ranks #2 for the most complaints (median 91).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 38 | |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 20 | |
| Exterior lighting | 15 | |
| Air bags | 7 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 7 | |
| Suspension | 7 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | |
| Fuel system, other | 6 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2005 Buick Rainier.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2005 Buick Rainier 4-DR. | – | – | – | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2005 Buick Rainier version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Rainier 2WD 4.2 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Rainier 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Rainier AWD 4.2 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Rainier AWD 5.3 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.