Is the 2008 Buick Terraza reliable?

NHTSA data shows 0 complaints and a complaint index of 0 for the 2008 Terraza, the best result among the 2005-2008 model years tracked.

What problems does the 2008 Buick Terraza have?

NHTSA lists no owner complaints for the 2008 Terraza. It carries 1 recall related to suspension, wheels and tires on certain mobility conversion minivans.

Does the 2008 Buick Terraza have any recalls?

Yes, one recall (campaign 10V110000) covering a suspension defect that can affect mobility conversion low-floor minivans built through 2008.

How does the 2008 Terraza compare to other Terraza years?

The 2008 model has a complaint index of 0, ranking better than 2005 (100), 2006 (67), and 2007 (33), which had higher complaint counts.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Buick Terraza?

EPA rates the 2008 Terraza at 19 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400.

2008 Buick Terraza Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2008 Buick Terraza shows 0 complaints in NHTSA data and a complaint index of 0, the lowest among the four model years with data. It has 1 recall covering suspension, wheels and tires on certain mobility conversion vans.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #4 of 4 Terraza years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 0; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: —
Best nearby year: 2007; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 19; 16 city / 23 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2008 Buick Terraza recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

NHTSA 10V110000Mar 19, 2010Suspension, Wheels & Tires5,375 vehicles
Suspension:rear
The braun corporation has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 general motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. During conversion, the driver or passenger side trailing arm modification may not have been adequately welded.
Risk: A squeaking or clunking noise may develop. The trailing arm bushings may prematurely wear and the trailing arm may fracture or separate, allowing the rear axle to become partially separated from the chassis increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun at 1-800-488-0359.

2008 Buick Terraza fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 16 MPG
Highway: 23 MPG
Combined: 19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,400; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2008 compared with other Terraza years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2006	Caution	67	54	2	19
2007	Good	33	33	1	19
2008	No verdict	0	0	1	19

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Buick Terraza reliable?: NHTSA data shows 0 complaints and a complaint index of 0 for the 2008 Terraza, the best result among the 2005-2008 model years tracked.
What problems does the 2008 Buick Terraza have?: NHTSA lists no owner complaints for the 2008 Terraza. It carries 1 recall related to suspension, wheels and tires on certain mobility conversion minivans.
Does the 2008 Buick Terraza have any recalls?: Yes, one recall (campaign 10V110000) covering a suspension defect that can affect mobility conversion low-floor minivans built through 2008.
How does the 2008 Terraza compare to other Terraza years?: The 2008 model has a complaint index of 0, ranking better than 2005 (100), 2006 (67), and 2007 (33), which had higher complaint counts.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Buick Terraza?: EPA rates the 2008 Terraza at 19 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400.