2002 Buick Rendezvous: fuel pump failure

Filed Apr 17, 2012 · Electrical · 49,000 miles · VA

I had the car 2 weeks & the window regulator/motor in my drivers window stopped working. But was told it was not covered. I only had about 49,000 miles on it. At 75,000 my fuel gauge went out, that was replaced, but was told that my gas tank had been leaking. Which explains the gas smell when I filled my tank up. I thought it was just where some might have gotten on the outside. Then I read there is a recall, however, buick told me that they were not going to replace mine. A new one is 1,800. I can't afford that. At 80,000 1 of my back wheel hubs & assembly went out & I needed a new universal belt, so both were replaced.85,000 the second wheel hub & assembly went out. That too replaced. At 101,000 my transmission started slipping a little. Had it flushed & filter changed, helped for about a day, then started again. Awd light started coming on & going off, coming on & going off. Blew 2 fuses in my car, nothing would work. At 101,000 car went from a normal temp.(just got off work, had not even drove 2 miles) to hot, pulled over, oh guess what thermostat stopped working, it was leaking coolant, cracked a header. That too replaced. Check engine light came on around 108,000, now what, o2 censor, fuel pump, intake manifold, and catylic converter. All replaced too. When I start my car, sometimes it won't start. So I have to pop the hood & move wires around and play with the battery post to get it to start. I thought it was the battery but its not, because I have replaced that too. When your driving down the road at about 60, and turn the wheel either right or left, the steering wheel will shake, & you can feel something that feels like a rattle under your feet. I want to get rid of it so bad, but I have finally got it down to where hopefully I can trade it in, because the extra money I was planning on using to pay it off, has had to go into it to fix it.

Filed Apr 30, 2009 · Brakes, Engine · MD

I have a 2002 buick rened. I have had an on going problem with the car overheating and no AC. I have had the AC replaced on the vehicle, the temp gauge, the thermostat, the water-pump, 2 blown head gaskets, the fuel sensor, anti lock brake sensor and the fuel pump. I also have had to replace the window regulator on the passenger side window. I have receipts for all repairs but no I do not have the old parts. These repairs have costs me at least $5000k if not more.

Filed Dec 14, 2008 · Brakes · AE

I've had problems with this car since I purchased it in june 2005. First it was the fuel pump/sender,then came the brakes and traction system failure. I've many close calls, and had taken the car to a certified gm mechanic 5-7 times, to no avail. I'm still dealing with the brakes and traction system failure til this day. I will be getting rid of this as soon as I can get it good enough to sale...I will never buy another buick as long as I live. This was one of the biggest mistakes I've made. I've called the customer service center in the states and this is what they have said to me "since you're overseas, there's nothing we can do about it, sir". I've served my country and sm still doing my part as a civilian. And I can't get any good service. Wow!!

Filed Aug 15, 2007 · Electrical, Engine · 58,425 miles · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 buick rendezvous. The contact stated that the all wheel drive light illuminated and displayed disabled on the instrument panel. He was informed that there was water intrusions flowing from under the carpet to the drain and fuel pump harness. He stated that the ABS harness was affected by the condensation from the air conditioner, which is causing the failure. The repair would cost $1,500. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge does not show the proper amount of fuel. The speed was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 58,425. Updated 08/30/07.

Filed Jun 15, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 60,000 miles · CO

Wheel bearings need replacement. Fuel pump was bad. Replaced tires and brakes 3 times since I hav e owned the vehicle 2 years. Intake manifold was leaking, causing the car to be sluggish and not start sometimes. Abs lights came on frequently. The car was a big nightmare. Wish I never would of bought a buick rendezvous.

Filed Oct 17, 2005 · Engine · 46,886 miles · NY

While driving at 60 MPH, with no warning car stalled, towed to the dealer who replaced faulty theft deterrent unit and said it was fixed. Car then stalled again while driving, towed to dealer, who said their was a internal fault in the fuel pump harness and car is fixed. Car stalled again at 55 MPH.

Filed Jul 25, 2005 · Fuel system · 28,000 miles · MI

Buick redvous died and would not restart... It was towed to the dealer and they dianosed a clogged fuel filter. I proceeded to die and not restart on the way home from the dealer. $167 for towing and $95 repair bill 3 days later dealer dianosed a bad fuel pump. Total repair bil was $698

Filed Sep 1, 2003 · Fuel system · 27,396 miles · GA

Vehicle stopped running in middle of the road. Would not start. Towed to dealer. It was determined the fuel pump was not working. There was no warning this was about to happen. Vehcile stayed idle for 8 days before a fuel pump could be located! This seems to be an issue with several models of gm vehicles. Dealer confirmed the problem.

Filed Sep 1, 2003 · Fuel system · 27,396 miles · GA

Vehicle stalled 8/9/03 due to failure of fuel pump. Also had leak under vehicle. Dealer determined lower intake and cyl head gaskets were leaking!

Filed Sep 1, 2003 · Steering · 27,396 miles · GA

Steering rack has loose play in joints. Dealer had to replace steering shaft and rack and pinion. I was unaware this was a problem until vehicle failed to to fuel pump problem on same day.

Filed Aug 6, 2003 · Fuel system · 21,940 miles · NC

I have 35,000 miles on my 2002 buick rendezvous and I am having the second fuel pump installed. The car stalled out while traveling down a busy road with no breakdown lanes. The brakes and stearing were minimal creating a dangerous situation.