Model year guide

2007 Buick Rainier

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Buick Rainier is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2007 Buick Rainier — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Buick Rainier at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints38
Combined16–17 mpg
Typical price$4,055

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2007 Buick Rainier recalls 5

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #15V519000 · 14/08/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.

Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls NHTSA Campaign #15V599000 · 24/09/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer and GMC Envoy vehicles, and 2006 GMC Envoy XL and Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vehicles. Fluid may enter into the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board, causing window switches to become inoperative. Previously, the affected vehicles may …

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new driver's door switch module, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's num…

Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls NHTSA Campaign #14V404000 · 02/07/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switche…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in August 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts…

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #12V406000 · 16/08/2012

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, SAAB 9-7x, and Isuzu Ascender vehicles, originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode…

Fix: Parts for this recall are expected to available in March 2013. GM will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC owners when parts are available. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, and GMC owners at 1-866-996-9463. Isuzu owners will be notifie…

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #13V248000 · 13/06/2013

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or…

Fix: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. GM will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GM…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2007 Buick Rainier common problems

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2007 Buick Rainier MPG & running costs

Combined16–17 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,138

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2007 Buick Rainier worth?

Low
$1,200
Typical price
$4,055
High
$5,300

From 11 comparable 2007 Buick Rainier listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Buick Rainier costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,690
Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,600
Total$22,290
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,055) with the same model 3 model-years older ($3,107), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2007 Buick Rainier trims & engines on record

Trims
CXL
Engines
4.2L 6-cyl

2007 Buick Rainier vehicles on record

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Other Buick Rainier model years

2006 2005 2004

2007 Buick Rainier — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Buick Rainier have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2007 Buick Rainier. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Buick Rainier?

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, suspension, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Buick Rainier get?

The 2007 Buick Rainier has U.S. EPA estimates of 16–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2007 Buick Rainier worth?

Comparable 2007 Buick Rainier listings run roughly $1,200–$5,300, typically around $4,055 (from 11 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.