2002 Buick Rendezvous: jerking or lurching

Filed Sep 22, 2016 · 187,000 miles · MI

One day last week, I noticed that the lighting behind my gauges was out and the light on the radio is dim. Then the next day none of my windows work, they are stuck down about 2 inches. And then I get on the highway and at 60mph the front end feels like its going to fall off. And when in the drive through the engine temp was heading for the red zone, I had to shut the vehicle off. After coming to a stop and then accelerating to go, the front wheels act like they grab the car jerks then the tires squeal and car moves. I have a service engine light on now, that is some dealer code :autozone did a diagnostic check., but the dealer wouldn't tell me what it was when I called. I have a light that came on for the brakes, as well as a light for servicing the traction system?? All this happened with in a couple days time. Its very frustrating. I don't even know where to start first, or if it just needs to go to the junk yard. Very disappointed. I'm on disability, thought I was buying a reliable gm product. Also a piece of rear window trim on the passenger side just fell off.. And $132 is ridiculous to replace a piece of trim. And I noticed on other vehicles like mine many are missing this piece of trim on the same side. Whats up with that?

Filed May 27, 2011 · Brakes · 140,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick rendezvous. The contact was driving 35 MPH approaching a traffic stop when the awd warning light illuminated. As the brake was depressed, the vehicle jerked abnormally as the brake locked for approximately three minutes before releasing. The failure recurred sporadically and the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Oct 30, 2006 · Fuel system · SC

Fuel gauge for 2002 buick rendezvous cxl was reading incorrectly. The operator of the vehicle ran out of gas while gauge indicated full tank. Dealership indicated that the vehicle needed a new fuel kit. Dealership (certified buick dealership) installed new fuel kit. Next day, there was a puddle of fuel on driveway. Vehicle was leaking gasoline from fuel tank. Dealership was notified and able to correct. During same time period, transmission was not properly shifting gears. The vehicle would never shift into overdrive and would sometimes shift abruptly or very hard (jerks). Dealership indicated that the vehicle needed new transmission. Dealer corrected. Several months ago, vehicle turning became increasingly difficult and power steering failed intermittently. Dealership indicated needed an entire new rack and pinion. Dealer corrected. Current defect involves coolant leaking into engine due to a leaking lower intake manifold gasket. Several service bulletins out for same component in this and other gm vehicles. Dealer indicated that this will cause extensive damage to engine if not corrected. Currently scheduled to have vehicle serviced in 2 weeks. Total repairs for 4 year old vehicle are now over $8000. All repairs have been paid by owner and none have been covered by dealership.

Filed Dec 2, 2003 · Body, Electrical · 15,000 miles · VT

While driving transmission jerked and won't shift properly from second to third gear. Dealer replaced the transmission. Also, in the last past five months, the liftgate hinges/tie rod, and ignition switch had been replaced. *ak gears and tires were replaced, but problem still exists.

Filed Apr 18, 2003 · Transmission · CA

While driving the vehicles transmission jerked heavily, the gears locked up and the vehicle accelerated. The dealer was notified.