2006 Buick Terraza - Consumer Discussions

Uplander/Montana/Relay/Terraza TSBs and Problem Codes

• Re: Service ABS light on (again!) [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: rrip on Mar 19, 2012 12:53:01 PM

  Hello Sarah from GM, So how does one send you an email when your e-mail address is marked as "private"? My 2006 Buick Terraza (same body as the Uplander) started its ABS trouble right after the warranty ended. I have not taken mine into a dealership because I cannot afford to pay megabucks to fix this lemon. Will GM make good on a flawed ABS system in a car that is ... Read More

2006 Buick Terraza Rear Suspension

• Re: 2006 Buick Terraza Rear Suspension [jb31]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Sep 21, 2011 7:55:59 AM

  jb31, I apologize for your frustrations. Have you spoke with Customer Assistance? What is the dealer saying regarding your concerns? Can you please email me your VIN? I look forward to your response. Christina GM Customer Service

• 2006 Buick Terraza Rear Suspension

  Written by: jb31 on Sep 21, 2011 5:41:20 AM

  I have a 2006 Buick Terraza, and from looking at the service information from the GM service info, I cannot find anything that relates to a rear suspension issue. My behicle acts like the air shocks area not working. While traveling down the hwy i am constantly chasing the rear of the vehicle as it is bouncing all over. I did the self-test function that GM calls for, and that showed ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: 2005 Buick Terraza door chime menace [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: amishka77 on Aug 28, 2011 4:16:03 PM

  I have a 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 and have had a similar problem. If we close the passenger side power sliding door with the manual option then it doesn't chime, but if we use the power door with the power option then it randomly chimes while I'm driving. We never know when it'll go off and so far with one exception we can park the van and manually open and close ... Read More

2006 Terraza transmission issues - NEED ADVICE

• 2006 Terraza transmission issues - NEED ADVICE

  Written by: jsthomas00 on May 23, 2008 6:16:31 PM

  I'll appologize up front for the length of this post. We have a 2006 Terraza with AWD. It has 34,000 miles on it and is still under warrenty. A couple of months ago started getting a groaning noise during turns. By the time we were able to get a chance to bring it in the noise stopped and the information center on the dash would flash a message that the AWD ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: 2005 Buick Terraza Automatic Door problems [stobar]

  Written by: markdel on Mar 29, 2008 9:14:24 AM

  I own a 2006 Saturn Relay 3 and the only problem I've had is that intermittenly the Power door (right side) will close, then open slightly and close again like it was reseating or trying to relock... But, other than that, no problems. And, that only happens once or twice a month, maybe. I bought it in October of 2006, and have 28,000 miles on it. Mark

• Re: Not tracking straight [rawiri]

  Written by: lilolbrenn on Dec 28, 2007 1:11:46 PM

  My 2005 Buick Terraza does the same thing. I bought one in CA and noticed it pulled to the right. I went back to the dealer and had be bring up another van same year make and model. Same thing it pulled to the right. I went to other car dealerships just out of spike and test drove three different vans all same year make and model. They ALL pulled to ... Read More

Should I buy a used Buick Terraza?

• Re: Should I buy a 2006 Terraza(3.9) ??? [all4hoops]

  Written by: philig on Aug 23, 2007 6:47:07 PM

  Vince, I own an 06' Terraza with 42K that I purchased used with about 20K. It was a GM program car and my wife and I have put over 20K miles on it over the last 18 months. I purchased it used for 17K and have had no problems with it. It's a great van at a fantastic price and I'll be honest I didn't want to get hosed on an ... Read More

• Re: Should I buy a 2006 Terraza(3.9) ??? [all4hoops]

  Written by: vince730 on Aug 22, 2007 3:31:02 PM

  You should go for the terraza. Buick vehicles are very good and the terraza, although it wouldn't be my first choice of minivan, is a good choice. The 3.9 liter is much better than the 3.5. The Quiet Tuning process really helps with the noise and the power sliding doors are a very helpful feature. You don't need to worry to much about depreciation because it has the longest warranty of ... Read More

Buick Terraza Tires/Wheels

• steering wheel vibration 58mph and up 2006 terraza

  Written by: oldguy3 on Aug 5, 2007 9:30:36 AM

  Had tires blanced at 500 miles, new michilins at 3000 miles, force balance at 6000 miles. Tried to find dealer that could force balce with Hunter Lasser machine,but no luck. Rep went for ride with me and informed me it was within van tolerances.(Never seen that in buick brochure). Turned case over to BBB. Waiting for afford from GM now. Anyone with same problem.

Should I buy a used Buick Terraza?

• Should I buy a 2006 Terraza(3.9) ???

  Written by: all4hoops on Mar 30, 2007 12:08:27 PM

  I have an opportunity to buy a 2006 Terraza CXL w/3.9 for a liitle under Edmunds trade-in value. It has 15,000 miles, as my in-laws drove it from Montana to Texas and back, with a stop once in Oregon. He is meticulous about care and maintenance. I like minivans, and have owned Dodge, Chrysler and Toyota (Sienna) models in the past. (Sadly had to sell the Toy to buy a house). ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Trouble Spots

  Written by: morewasabi on Jan 18, 2007 7:44:14 AM

  2005-2006 Buick Terraza: Reliability Trouble Spots Here's a good link and list of know problems with the GM vans. In this case the Buick. I am sure it fits true for all of its sister models. http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/2005-to-2006-buick-terraza-2.htm Check-engine light: The check engine light may come on due to failure of the EGR valve. The Delphi valve is to be replaced with a Seimens valve kit and have the PCM flashed. (2005-06) ... Read More

Uplander/Montana/Relay/Terraza TSBs and Problem Codes

• Re: July 06 "Flickering Lights" TSB [stobar]

  Written by: stobar on Jan 13, 2007 11:06:48 AM

  I believe I found the answer: "GM has recently issued (revised) TSB # 05-06-03-003B (Headlamps and/or interior lights flicker intermittently) for the 2005 & 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, Buick Terraza, Saturn Relay, and Pontiac Montana SV6 - which instructs the dealer to replace the generator voltage regulator with a kit, part #15926088 (and NOT the entire generator)." Now there was also another TSB issued in 2005 that said to replace the alternator. ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: 2006 Chevrolet Uplander LT 4D Pass Ext Van [vtaylor]

  Written by: kcorey on Nov 20, 2006 4:10:23 PM

  I own a 2005 Buick Terraza CXL. It now has 24,000 miles on it. I paid (actually leased it)for about $28,000. I think it's the best car I've ever owned...I'm 68, my 1st car was a '40 DeSoto...so there's a lot of cars in between. Any "problems" that I've had have been taken care, cheerfully, by my dealer. If it wasn't a good car I wouldn't keep it...especially with my wife ... Read More

Buick Terraza: MPG - Real World Numbers

• Re: Buick Terraza: MPG - Real World Numbers [claires]

  Written by: cwoll on Jul 31, 2006 9:34:50 AM

  About 17 mpg on 2006 with awd.

Buick Terraza Owners: Meet the Members

• Re: New 2005 Buick [stobar]

  Written by: genmtrfan on Apr 19, 2006 12:42:45 PM

  As the owner of an '05 Uplander, I would spend the extra cash to get the 3.9 liter in the 2006. Don't get me wrong, we love the van and it's been reliable but just be aware that you will have an issue with flickering lights, possibly side moldings that come unglued (not sure if the Terraza has that issue, or just the Uplander), a whistling noise on acceleration around 2500 ... Read More

• New 2005 Buick

  Written by: stobar on Apr 18, 2006 10:39:15 AM

  Am thinking about trading in my 2001 Olds Silhouette on a Buick Terraza. Initially getting internet quotes from dealers. One dealer still has a new 2005 on the lot and is offering $5,700 off MSRP. Since I will be keeping it for several years, I'm not too concerned with a last years model, but wonder if I can do better on the price. Haven't had an opportunity to wade through the ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• press request

  Written by: Kirstie@Edmunds on Feb 6, 2006 10:57:49 AM

  A reporter from a large daily newspaper seeks to interview owners of the Ford Taurus, Buick Terraza and Chevy Uplander. Please respond to ctalati@edmunds.com before Wednesday, February 8, 2006 with your daytime contact info and city/state of residence.

• Re: Test Drives of Minivans [soderholmd]

  Written by: jk27 on Dec 22, 2005 11:16:11 AM

  Great mini-review! Thanks. Sounds like you got a GREAT deal. Was the 8k off due to the "Red Tag Sale"? Compare this ... my Buick dealer offered to sell me a loaded 2006 Terraza AWD for $20K if I traded in my vehicle (worth $13K). Sounds like the Relay is a much better value and looks like I'll be going to a Saturn dealer for a test drive of the Relay! ... Read More

• 2006 Terraza - Here We Go.....

  Written by: dave_justdave on Nov 29, 2005 12:33:02 PM

  Hi everyone, so we have been driving our new 2006 Terraza for about three weeks. We opted for the CXL, with the new 3.9L V6 - more power to pull that boat I am hoping to get some day. So far, everything is fantastic. The leather heated seats are excellent, remote start is great, especially in cold weather, it runs beautifully, does NOT pull to the right, no squeaks or noises, ... Read More

• Crossover Sport Vans

  Written by: jchan2 on Oct 9, 2005 5:56:16 PM

  I see they've added Navigation to the 2006 Buick Terraza CXL and Saturn Relay 3. Is it worth a look? Or should I pony up the extra $$$ for the Odyssey or Sienna? I drive many miles in a year, and the low price (the sticker's high, but nobody buys a Buick at sticker), long warranty, and availability of the navigation system in the Terraza appeals to me. (And those second ... Read More

• Re: Buick Terraza [tisco]

  Written by: lilolbrenn on Sep 12, 2005 6:48:34 PM

  I purchased a 2005 Buick Terraza and to my dismay 3 days later I noticed that the vehicle pulls to the right. I thought this was a simple alignment problem so I took it into the dealer. They checked everything over and could not find the problem. It was not alignment problems. The dealer called GM and GM stated they are aware that the vehicle is pulling to the right as ... Read More

• Re: Changes for 2006 [str]

  Written by: irg on May 16, 2005 10:35:13 AM

  Hey str, I just bought a Sienna XLE, and have spent a LOT of time researching vans (too much time really!). I began with the idea of replacing my Saturn L300 lease with a GM lease, since the "new" GM vans were coming out about the time I began looking. I drove the Buick Terraza and the Uplander AWD vans. All pretty similar to each other really. The Buick is supposed ... Read More

• Re: Changes for 2006 [samnoe]

  Written by: str on May 15, 2005 9:01:44 PM

  I was really concerned about the hp of the SV6. I have only driven SUV's and cars and that would take some getting used to (I think.) I don't really know how much of a difference it makes but I know my Envoy has 250 hp. Is a change like that really very noticeable? I have driven the SV6 and loved it, it was very smooth and quiet and took the ... Read More