- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Buick Terraza Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 2007 Buick Terraza with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (16) and the brakes (6). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in March 2010 for the rear. For comparison, the 2006 has 54 and the 2008 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Terraza year, for its age
#185 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Buick Terraza problems
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2007 Buick Terraza recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
- The fix
- 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.
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33 complaints about the 2007 Buick Terraza
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The contact owns a 2007 Buick Terraza. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and driving over a speed bump, there was a clunking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear of the vehicle vibrated unexpectedly. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and a mobile dealer, where the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
The abs traction control is now coming on all the time. I understand this has been a big problem for buick. They have not fixed any problems on these. Wish they would recall them for this problem as this is not safe. It comes on going down the road and makes a funny noise. This van has had so many problems that it should be recalled.
I have had nothing but trouble from the start with our car's stability system. The back end was making a terrible thumping and grinding sound every time I would go over the slightest uneven surfaces. There have been multiple repairs made including replacing right rear bushing, rewelding of an unknown part on the right rear and the stabiltity/abs systems repaired multiple times. Yet, the car continues to have suspension problems. It has a unstable, wobbly ride especially on the interstate. Among other things I've...
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also had a wheel senor replaced. We bought a buick terraza conversion van and have come to find out that they have a problem with the rear end that affects the stability of the car. I called braun mobility about a recall for the suspension problems and informed them of the multiple repairs. Superior mobility inspected the car again and has been my ongoing contact for problems with the car.They referred me to beck auto service who has done must of the repairs. Early on, shortly after we purchased the car, there was some sort of wiring problem that caused the "check engine" light to continually come on which was repaired by andy mohr gm dealer. To add insult to injury, I've had trouble lately with the van not wanting to start because the key won't turn in the ignition. In addition, we've had ongoing problems with the automatic doors malfunctioning; both power doors on the vehicle have failed to close on several occasions. The power door on the driver's side ocassionally requires multiple attempts to close and often the door warning chimes will not go off, even when the door is closed. I am still having suspension problems and would like to have a solution that works. This vehicle is used to transport my diabled husband and the ongoing problems have been extremely frustrating. The car is a 2007 buick terraza with less than 44,000 miles!!! *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 8,000. Updated 9/18/14*cn
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The intermittent failure also occurred when driving. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the failure was not a recall related to the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the brakes engaged independently. Once the speed decelerated to 15 mph, the brakes released and the vehicle functioned properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but they could not diagnose the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 12/04/13*lj the consumer stated that failures occurs at any speed. It is most alarming at speeds of 65-79. The dealer advised to replace the ebcm and bpmv valve to determine if that will repair the vehicle. *Js
Went out started car & was going to go town when traction control light came on with engine light. Then were its tells u how many miles are on vehicle it said reduce engine. *Tr power service traction control system. Also vehicle has cut off 3 times & was going into disabled mode. Have had codes check there is 5 volt reference problem. Plus several other codes. Oil pressure when put on code tester is 143. Which is high. Not sure what's wrong with the vehicle.
As I took off from a stop light, the van jerked so hard , it felt as if it was hit from behind. The next light within 5 miles, the same thing from a stop. A few days later it was much worse and the service stability control system code came up. After having it checked( immedialely), there was no code found in the vans computer. It didn't show that it ever came up. This could be fatal, especially at high speeds. When the code comes up and a mechanic can't get a reading to address the problem. Doesn't that indicate a problem ?
Sliding side doors will not close and lock, will open when driving down the road, at red light , night times lights dim and alarm goes off ,nothing lights up on dash , drains batt- in shop 4 or 5 x"s when talked to corp. Office about the danger of grandkids in back, stated due to living in florida, being wet, there is nothing they can due. So until someone gets hurt or dies, it is more or less oh well... By the way still under warr. Dealer stated the same thing... Yes I have all paperwork to this, put in shop not even one week after bought with smoking under hood. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza cxl. While driving approximately 35 mph, the driver side automatic sliding door opened erroneously. The contact was able to maneuver to the side of the road to secure the door. The failure also recurred at different times while the vehicle was parked. The sliding power door cable was disconnected and the door was manually engaged in order to enter or exit the vehicle. There was an open and closed investigation related to the defect pertaining to a 2007 chevrolet uplander....
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The nhtsa action number was ea07019 ((structure; latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact planned to notify the manufacturer of the problem. The approximate mileage was 60,000. Updated 4/2/12 *cn as of 03/22/12 the vehicle was repaired.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza. The contact stated that the sliding side doors were malfunctioning. The contact mentioned that she was unable to turn off the warning chimes and the doors would randomly open without warning. At times, the doors could not be opened at all. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 4,000 and the current mileage was 38,000.
2007 Buick terraza. Consumer states the right side automatic sliding door closes and pops open without human interaction *tgw the consumer stated she has been to three different dealerships and various components were replaced. However, the problem is still ongoing. *Jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza. The contact stated that the fuel gauge would read inaccurately, the air bag warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel and the rear end of the vehicle would shake intermittently. The vehicle was repaired under the nhtsa campaign id number: 10v110000 (suspension:rear) recall, but the failure recurred. The dealer also repaired the fuel gauge needle and the emission control valve. The manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance with repair to the defect. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 30,000.
Purchased a 2007 buick terraza in 2008 with 10000 miles on it. One owner. Now I know why. I am on a first name basis with the service department that tries to fix my problems. The power sliding doors are unsafe and a nightmare. Have stood in pooring rain,freezing temps,and snow trying to get a door to close. Has been in the shop at least a dozen times which isn't much fun with 4 kids and 4 carseats.Have been stuck along highways and interstates with a door that wont close.Not safe!!!!!! I am also on my 3rd or 4th...
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radio in this van. Everytime it goes out the dvd player wont work so I have to take it back again to have this fixed.Time is way past due for a recall on these vehicles. If anyone knows anyone looking for a slightly used vehicle I have a 2007 terraza for sale...Lol. *Kb
Rear sliding doors will not remain closed, then open while driving and continue to alarm when closed. I've taken it in for repairs three times on both doors, yet, now that my warranty is no longer in effect, I must pay out of pocket for an issue that is an obvious safety issue gm is ignoring. My grandson's car seat sits by those doors, thank god he hasn't fallen out!!! I've googled and have seen hundreds of the same complaints ignored. Why is it somebody has to die before this problem is addressed?! There are several incident dates!!! *Kb
Rear sliding doors will not remain closed, then open while driving and continue to alarm when closed. I've taken it in for repairs three times on both doors, yet, now that my warranty is no longer in effect, I must pay out of pocket for an issue that is an obvious safety issue gm is ignoring. My grandson's car seat sits by those doors, thank god hasn't fallen out!!! I've googled and have seen hundreds of the same complaints ignored. Why is it somebody has to die before this problem is addressed?! There are several incident dates!!! *Kb
I have had on going problems with the cruise control. It disconnect without warning. I consider this a safety issue because it diverts my attention from the road. I have had the car into the dealer and they claim they can find nothing wrong. *Tr
Fuel gauge said I had 1/8 tank of gas when vehicle sputtered and died. Vehicle was blocking a lane of traffic on a busy street. Vehicle had to be pushed off the road with help of good samaritan. Dealer verified vehicle was out of gas and sending unit was at fault.
Purchased 2007 buick terraza, both sliding doors have had ongoing issues. The vehicle has been in for repair multiple times per door, at one point I was told by the repair technician, as I handed him pieces of the door mounting, that it is a good thing I didn't open it one more time as the door likely would have fallen off! I have returned to my vehicle numerous times to find one of the sliding door mysteriously open. Due to ongoing nightmare of the doors opening I am careful to confirm the doors are closed and...
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locked prior to leaving my vehicle, however they slide open on there own for no reason. The doors open mysteriously when the car is being driven, alarms ring signally doors are ajar when they are not, and/or fail to close with no confirmed obstruction. Once I am able to "close the door" and drive away the odds are 50/50 that the next bump I hit in the road that door will open. Leaving the choice to pull over in an unsafe location to correct or continue to a safe location and pray my child in the middle seat is safe. *Tr
2007 Buick terraza. Stability system/traction control/abs causes front brakes to engage without warning. This has occurred no less that 25 times. Speed at time of incident has been from 10 to 55 mph. Ratcheting sound occurs (same as when traction control applies in slippery conditions); front tips down as left brake applies; vehicle pulls hard to the left. The only way I can drive is to pull the fuse, leaving abs, tc, and ss off. Dealer has tried to fix, gm customer service became involved briefly, but I still...
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drive without major safety features, or take my chances on abrupt speed changes, and lane changes. Not something I enjoy on the dan ryan in chicago, when the flow of traffic is above speed limit and chicago drivers use 5 feet as a following distance. I have found from the internet that other gm cars have had this same problem. I cannot believe that gm has never investigated this. I really like the car, but random braking surprises are disturbing. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 buick terraza. The contact stated that the vehicle's automatic sliding doors have been repaired seven times. The doors open erratically and will open when the vehicle is locked. They will also come open while she is driving. The dealer has replaced motors, sensors and other items and the failure is still present. This failure is present on the driver's side and passenger's side. The contact drives her grand children in the vehicle and is concerned about the doors opening when the...
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children are in the vehicle. The owner wants gm to buy the vehicle back, but they will not. They offered to extend the warranty on the doors but the contact stated the warranty is no good if the doors do not work. The failure mileage was 8,800. The current mileage was 30,000.
The automatic doors will not close properly and at times just open up. If I am able to close the doors, the door alarm continues to sound and will do so for several hours. I have had it looked at by the dealership and have been told it is fixed several times. I bought this vehicle new and it has less than 30000 miles on it. This is an outrage and no one will stand behind the vehicle. *Tr
Rear shocks do not perform correctly. Braun raised the body 2" when making this an entervan. The rear shocks never dampened movement during the first 2" of travel. Wheel hop caused the rear tires to cup and become out of balance. When rotated to the front during normal tire rotation, the van became very difficult to stop and handle. This happened in less than 12,000 miles. After replacing rear shocks, and all four tires at my expense, the van drives smooth and safe will no problems stopping. *Tr
When the fuel tank is filled with 1/4 tank or below and is parked on a slight decline, the fuel gauge will drop below empty and the low fuel light will illuminate. Sometimes the vehicle will have a hard time starting or will not start at all until the vehicle is pushed onto a more level surface. It has been into the dealer 5 times for this condition and the problem continues. *Tr
I am having problems with the sliding doors, the passenger side sliding door would not close. After about and hour, got the door closed and now the door alarm stays on. Have an appointment to get it looked at. After reading all the other complaints about these doors, I think they should have a recall to fix the problem. *Tr
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| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Buick Terraza | 33 | 2 | B | |
| 2007 Buick Lacrosse | 250 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 164 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 43 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 38 | 5 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2007 Buick Terraza
Does the 2007 Buick Terraza have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Buick Terraza: rear (March 2010); steering (February 2009). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Buick Terraza?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (16), brakes (6), suspension (5).
How many complaints has the 2007 Buick Terraza had?
33 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 25, 2007 and the latest on February 9, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Buick Terraza a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 67 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Buick Terraza year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Terraza years have the most complaints?
2005 (120), 2006 (54), 2007 (33). See every Buick Terraza year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Buick Terraza has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data