Buick Rainier AWD

20042007 · 8 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
16
Best
16

The Buick Rainier AWD has been tested by the EPA across 8 different configurations spanning model years 2004 through 2007. Over this period, the Rainier AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 16 MPG, with an overall average of 16 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2007
16
2006
16
2005
16
2004
16

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Rainier AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Buick Rainier AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Buick Buick / Opel Rainier grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
118
Total Deaths
82

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
22.0%
Fire Occurrence
2.5%
Speeding Involved
26.3%
DUI Involved
18.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

82%
Front
17%
Side
1%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2022
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2019
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2018
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2017
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.77
2016
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2015
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.80

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2006
7
2005
1
2004
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory