Buick Terraza FWD

20052008 · 6 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
19

The Buick Terraza FWD has been tested by the EPA across 6 different configurations spanning model years 2005 through 2008. Over this period, the Terraza FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 19 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

2008
19
2007
19
2006
19
2005
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Terraza FWD) 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 Terraza FWD. 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 Terraza grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
41
Total Deaths
30

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
26.8%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
9.8%
DUI Involved
4.9%
Primary Impact Zone

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

85%
Front
15%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2022
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.20
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50
2018
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2016
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.17
2015
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2006
1
2005
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory