2004 Buick Rainier Buick Rainier 2004

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2004 Buick Rainier repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (2%)

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2004 Buick Rainier suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Buick Rainier 4dr SUV

290-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

178000 mi Had to replace rear air suspension with coil over shocks and springs 
181000 mi

US $300
Had to replace passenger side front bearings. Decided to do both sides. 
98000 mi

US $700
Rear air shocks leaked when not operating daily. Would fill when vehicle was started. Parts replaced. 
50000 mi

US $450
Front left wheel hub bearing is making noise. Dealer claims it is tire noise. I switched tires and the noise still exists. Present only on left side during right hand turns, not on right side during left hand turns.  
84000 mi

US $15
Chirping coming from power steering pump. P/S fluid replaced and protectant added. 
87000 mi Chirping power steering pump. 
37000 mi

US $100
Front and rear sway bar links had excessive play and front sway bar bushings were worn. 
62000 mi

US $350
Air suspension was not functioning correctly. Both rear height level sensors were replaced and the problem was corrected. 
62000 mi

US $1050
Air shocks and air compressor replaced due to the shocks leaking and the compressor no longer working. 
64300 mi Car towed into dealer for fuel leak. Tow driver hooked onto tie rods causing major damage to both as well as the steering gear. Total damage done and the rental they supplied me with was about $3000.00 
82000 mi

US $450
Air suspension leaking down overnight - replaced both rear air bags. 
89700 mi

US $520
Bad wheel bearing on left front. Replaced. 

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2004 Buick Rainier 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic AWD

81000 mi

US $1200
REPLACED AIR SUSPENSION WITH NEW ARNOTT GEN-2 AIR SPRINGS AS OLD WHERE LEAKING. $210 FOR BOTH REPLACED AIR COMPRESSOR AS OLD ONE WOULD NOT PUMP UP AIR SUSPENSION/SPRINGS. USED @ $130 
87300 mi

US $400
REPLACED LEFT TIE-ROD 
91500 mi

US $29
Replaced front and rear Sway Bar Links Coil Spring Set Rear $65.00, took off leaking air springs 

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2004 Buick Rainier Suspension Problems

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