The most-reported Terraza run is 5GADV33L05D (2005 builds) with 13 complaints, 6.5× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 19% of reports; 2005 is the worst model year at 2.9 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Terraza model years 2005–2007.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Buick Terraza has 86 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 25% of every Terraza complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5GADV33L05D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV33L15D•••••• | 2005 | 1 | 1 | |
| 5GADV33LX5D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV33L65D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV33L26D•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 5GADV23L55D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV33L16D•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — | |
| 5GADV33L85D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV23L25D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV23L15D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV23L65D•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5GADV33L95D•••••• | 2005 | — | — |
Each of the other 74 Terraza runs has 3 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Buick Terraza the gap between build years is 2.6×: a 2005 car draws 2.9 complaints per run, a 2007 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 24 | 22 | — | |
| 2006 | 49 | 29 | 3 | |
| 2005 | 102 | 35 | 5 |
Heaviest year here is 2005 at 2.9 complaints per run; lightest is 2007 at 1.1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 19% of everything Buick Terraza owners report: Electrical System, 41 of 175 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | — | — | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Steering | 4 | 1 | |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | |
| Hydraulic | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Buick Terraza; the 4 below cover build years 2005 to 2007. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 09E005000 | Steering | 2005–2007 |
| 10V110000 | Suspension:rear | 2005–2007 |
| 05V552000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2006 |
| 05V287000 | Parking Brake | 2005 |
How serious were they
Of the 175 reports on the Buick Terraza, 4.6% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Buick Terraza | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 175 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 8 (4.6%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (0.6%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Buick Terraza share of that is 175 complaints over 86 runs, 0.02% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Buick Terraza VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 175 NHTSA complaints from 86 Terraza runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Terraza production run has the most complaints?
5GADV33L05D, a 2005 build, with 13 complaints. The typical Terraza run has 2.
Which Terraza years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2005 is heaviest at 2.9 complaints per run and 2007 lightest at 1.1.
How many Terraza complaints involve a crash?
4.6% of 175 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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