2003 Buick Rendezvous Buick Rendezvous 2003

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2003 Buick Rendezvous repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (7%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 27 repairs.
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2003 Buick Rendezvous engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (44%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (11%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Buick Rendezvous 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

146300 mi

US $950
Fuel pump died and had to be replaced. 
148000 mi

US $600
Corroded fuel pump wiring harness. Had already replaced in earlier maintenace trip. Fight between 2 dealers about warranty. Had to get Buick involved. Ended up paying for part of the work. 
127000 mi

US $300
Replace water pump and belt 
90000 mi

US $985
Leaking LIM gasket replaced along with engine flush, oil change and new thermostat and coolant 
43400 mi Head gasket replacement 
103540 mi

C $1163
Replaced leaking upper plenum and intake gaskets. (Also replaced plugs, wires, serpentine belt, new coolant and tensioner at same time)  
106640 mi

C $340
Broken water pump. 
95260 mi

C $1000
thermostat failed. 
96260 mi

C $500
change fuel filter, plugs, and clean throttle body. 

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2003 Buick Rendezvous Engine Problems

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