2007 Buick Terraza Problems & Complaints

Better than average52% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Terraza at the same age

Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 2007 Buick Terraza with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 52% fewer than a typical Terraza model year at the same age, making the 2007 one of the better Terraza years. The most reported problem area is the body & structure (13 complaints, typically around 42,000 miles). One recall covers this model year.

33complaints
1recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2007 Buick Terraza problems

  • Body & structure~42,000 miles
    1339%
  • Locks & latches~33,000 miles
    721%
  • Brakes~43,000 miles
    618%
  • Suspension~23,000 miles
    515%
  • Electrical system~42,000 miles
    412%
  • Stability & traction control~45,000 miles
    39%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~48,000 miles
    39%
  • Air bags~20,000 miles
    39%
  • Speed control & acceleration~43,000 miles
    26%
  • Equipment & accessories~10,000 miles
    13%
  • Lights~42,000 miles
    13%
  • Steering~43,000 miles
    13%
  • Engine & cooling~98,000 miles
    13%

Share of the 33 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Buick Terraza complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Buick Terraza. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Terraza years: 2007, 2006. Years to avoid: 2005. Compare all years →

2007 Buick Terraza recalls (1)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 10V-110 · Mar 19, 2010 · 5,375 vehicles

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.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2007 Buick Terraza:

Power sliding door

NHTSA investigation EA07019 · opened Dec 11, 2007 · closed Feb 23, 2009

Odi evaluated general motors' (GM) data, conducted consumer interviews, inspected and tested my 2005-2007 GM minivans with regard to the alleged defect of a power sliding door (psd) opening while the vehicle is out of park.odi identified a high warranty claim rate.however, these claims are related to various problems associated with doors not properly opening or closing and not specifically to doors opening while…

What 2007 Buick Terraza owners say

Body & structure

We have a 2007 Buick Terraza cx with 11,000 miles, which was our worst mistake. It was a program vehicle. We have continually had problems with the automatic door malfunctioning. It has been taken apart and everything replaced and still it does not want to shut. The service traction light comes on along with the pump at a time when it wants to. Usually when the dealer is closed. Then it goes off without throwing any codes. The engine is riding rough but the computer shows nothing. The gas mileage is really down. We have been in contact with bbb autoline and illinois attorney general. There is a serious problem with this door. It is a matter of time before it decides to open while I am driving with my children. I have had it into the dealer probably over 30 times or more. …

Body › Door · 12,000 miles · Apr 2007

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 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. …

Body › Door · 30,000 miles · Nov 2008

Locks & latches

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 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. …

30,000 miles · Nov 2008

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!!!

Doors › Latch · 48,000 miles · Sep 2010

Brakes

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.

125,000 miles · Mar 2016

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 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.

120,000 miles · May 2013

2007 Buick Terraza engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.9L 6-cyl4-speed automaticFWD16 / 23 / 19

EPA ratings. Class: Minivan.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Buick Terraza a good car?

Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Terraza rates better than average: 52% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Terraza at the same age. It is one of the best Terraza years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Buick Terraza?

The body & structure — 13 complaints, 39% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body › door. Next are the locks & latches (7) and brakes (6).

How many recalls does the 2007 Buick Terraza have?

There is 1 recall for the 2007 Buick Terraza, the most recent from March 19, 2010 (rear). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Buick Terraza?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2007 and 2006. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005. See the full Buick Terraza years comparison.

At what mileage do 2007 Buick Terraza problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 33,000 miles; 77% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.