Review: 2005 Buick Rainier Trim
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2005 Buick Rainier
Canadian MSRP
$49,665
Key Specifications for 2005 Buick Rainier
Fuel Economy
N/A
Horsepower
275 - 300 hp
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Engine
Gasoline
Torque
275 - 325 ft-lb
Seats
5
Buyer’s Guide
The Buick Rainier receives numerous small updates for 2005. There’s a genuine wood and leather steering wheel, additional chrome accents, an occupant sensing system for the right-front passenger, upgraded navigation radio with touch-screen feature, two new exterior colours, a new grey interior colour, and a few new options, including a CD/MP3 player, OnStar with Gen 6 hardware and upgraded hands-free capability, optional six-spoke polished aluminum wheels and curtain air bag system.
The Rainier is Buick’s version of GM’s mid-size, body-on-frame SUV, which also appears as the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy and Saab 9-7X. The base engine is a 4.2-litre V6 that can be optioned up to a 5.3-litre V8, both with four-speed automatic transmission. Canadian buyers receive the CXL model in all-wheel-drive only; in the U.S., the CXL is a base rear-wheel-drive model that can be optioned up to the AWD CXL Plus.
The CXL comes with fog lights, privacy glass, front cornering lights, heated mirrors with curb-view assist, memory and integrated turn signals, roof rack, 17-inch aluminum wheels, variable intermittent wiper, rear washer/wiper, automatic dual-zone climate control, driver information centre, power-adjustable pedals, leather-wrapped wheel with audio and climate controls, power windows, woodgrain accents, heated front bucket seats with perforated leather and eight-way power adjustments, 65/35 split rear bench, driver’s position memory, CD/cassette with six speakers, and OnStar.
Unlike the GMC Envoy, the Rainier comes only in short-wheelbase configuration. In keeping with Buick’s upscale image, it’s packed with luxury features, a great deal of sound-deadening material, and numerous options, including a navigation system and rear-seat DVD. Still, there are only so many buyers to go around, and the Rainier doesn’t seem to be doing very well for itself, especially since the Buick Rendezvous offers a fair bit of luxury for a much lower starting price. The Chevrolet and GMC versions are a bit easier on the pocketbook, but if you’re up in this range anyway, consider the Saab 9-7X: for an extra $1,235 you get a lower, sportier suspension, quicker steering ratio and a cooler nameplate.
The Rainier is built in Moraine, Ohio.
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Recall Information
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Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2019-420
Recall date
2019-08-21
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2004 2005 2006 2007
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
5,327
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones.
Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Safety Risk:
Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.
Recall number
2005-031
Recall date
2005-02-15
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2005
Manufacturer Recall Number:
05002
Units Affected:
499
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 212 - Windshield Mounting. The windshield urethane bead may not have adhered to the body in certain areas during the cure process. As a result, the windshield may not be retained during a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the windshield.
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