Faults:

Replaced body control module cost $1000

Replaced compressor $700

Replaced condenser $766

Replaced bad brakes $800

Replaced head gasket $1000

A/C still doesn't work.

General Comments:

Car handles well; not bumpy like big sport utility vehicles. Can haul up to 3500 lbs. Car would not be so bad if major things would stop going wrong.

Faults:

Our family has owned nothing, but Nissan for the past 10 years or so. Well, hubby traded in our Maxima for the Nissan 350, then I decided to trade in our Altima. Being a family of 6, we definitely need a larger vehicle. I went to the Nissan, test drove the Murano, which was too small for us, then I saw the Rendezvous. Great! 3 row seating, nice interior and low miles (44,000).

I regret that I didn't research this car until it was too late. I haven't had any problems out of the car yet, but I fear it is coming. Lately, I've been looking on some websites just to see how reviews have been about this car and I'm frightened. The other day I noticed the temp gauge was above normal. I do live up on a hill, and after going up the hill is when I notice it starts to flutter above normal.

However, the reviews on this car doesn't give me peace of mind. I have a trip to VA in the next couple of weeks, an 8 hour drive, and I'm hoping this car doesn't put me out on the side of the road. I did get the warranty from the dealership. I'm going to take it in and have them look at it before I take off. I'll be praying all the way down.

Faults:

Head gasket blew at 58,000 miles. Air conditioning condenser needed to be replaced at 45,000 miles. Wheel Bering went within 3 months of buying the car. Gas gauge suddenly read empty when we had a full tank. At the present time, the car makes noises when steering, which is being looked at this week. Electrical problems.

General Comments:

I loved this car when we first bought it, but it has quickly become nothing, but a money pit. I regret buying this car. Whenever I drive it someplace I am always wondering in the back of my mind if I am going to make it to my destination!

Faults:

Bought a new 2002 Rendezvous in July 2001 – So Far – replaced the A/C (under warranty), replaced 2 front wheel rotors (Reimbursed by Buick), Paint is bubbling on the hood, fake chrome is peeling of the hood, Fuel gauge always says full and I add a gallon of coolant per month. I brought the car into Buick today to get the Fuel gauge (requires dropping the tank $570.00) and the coolant leak (lower gasket $1420) repaired. I was told I also need new wiper blades $36 – Nice to know they are thinking of me. P.S. My other car is a 1998 CRV – tune it up every 3 years change the oil every 3k – never had a problem. No wonder GM is no longer #1.