Is the 2004 BUICK Rendezvous safe to drive?

The 2004 BUICK Rendezvous has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE recall for the 2004 BUICK Rendezvous? (Campaign #03V454000)

Your vehicle's fuel tank has a potential problem with a weld that can fail, causing issues with the fuel system. If the weld fails, you might smell fuel, see the Check Engine light, or notice fuel leaking onto the ground, which could lead to a fire if there's an ignition source nearby. You should take your vehicle to the dealership, where they will check the fuel tank's serial number to see if it's affected. If it is, they'll replace the fuel tank at no cost to you, and you'll be notified through a letter starting November 4, 2003.

NHTSA Campaign 03V454000 Recall Details

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

What Happened

Your vehicle's fuel tank has a potential problem with a weld that can fail, causing issues with the fuel system.

Risk if Unfixed

If the weld fails, you might smell fuel, see the Check Engine light, or notice fuel leaking onto the ground, which could lead to a fire if there's an ignition source nearby.

Free Fix

You should take your vehicle to the dealership, where they will check the fuel tank's serial number to see if it's affected. If it is, they'll replace the fuel tank at no cost to you, and you'll be notified through a letter starting November 4, 2003.

Campaign 03V454000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Affected Vehicles