2004 Buick Rainier consumer reviews

I had my Rainier for 10 years with very few problems. Wish I had never sold it. I loved that car! Looking for another I can afford!

Front Seats 8 -way power driver seat8 -way power passenger seatBucket front seatsHeight adjustable driver seatHeight adjustable passenger seatLeatherDriver seat with power adjustable lumbar supportPassenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support Rear Seats Rear ventilation ducts with fan controlSplit-folding rear seatback Power Features 2 one-touch power windowsRemote keyless power door locksHeated mirrorsPower mirrorsReverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse Instrumentation ClockCompassExternal temperature displayLow fuel level warningTachometerTrip computer Convenience Cruise controlFront and rear cupholdersFront door pocketsFront seatback storageOverhead console with storagePower steeringRetained accessory powerTilt-adjustable steering wheelUniversal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)12V rear power outlet(s)Audio controls on steering wheel Comfort Cargo area lightElectrochromatic inside rearview mirrorFront and rear reading lightsLeather steering wheelSimulated wood trim on center consoleSimulated wood trim on dashSimulated wood trim on doorsTurn signal in mirrorsClimate controlDual illuminating vanity mirrorsRear floor mats Memorized settings Memorized settings for 2 drivers In Car Entertainment 6 total speakersBose premium brand speakersMast antennaRadio data systemSatellite radio satellite radioSeparate rear audioSpeed sensitive volume controlAM/FM stereo EXTERIOR FEATURES Roof and Glass Intermittent rear wiperPrivacy glassRear defoggerRoof rackVariable intermittent wipers Truck Features Auxiliary transmission fluid cooler Tires and Wheels Alloy wheelsFullsize matching spare tireUnderbody mounted spare tire17 x 7.0 in. wheelsAll season tiresP245/65R17 tiresSteel spare wheel Doors Manual flip-up lifgate windowRear liftgate door Towing and Hauling Cargo tie downsTrailer hitchTrailer wiring SAFETY FEATURES Safety 2 front headrests2 rear headrestsAuto delay off headlampsChild seat anchorsCornering lightsDaytime running lightsDusk sensing headlampsElectronic brakeforce distributionEngine immobilizerFront fog/driving lightsPost-collision safety systemRemote anti-theft alarm systemTraction control4-wheel ABSFront and rear ventilated disc brakesRear center 3-point beltRear door child safety locksRear height adjustable headrestsTurn signal mirrors

Bought used 2 years ago first month ok,then after prev owner had, I called it quits replaced almost everything, power steering and air conditioning needed to b replaced, the engine light came on and a bunch of other things failed. When the transmission started to slip and ultimately would refuse to work at all, I called it quits. I had already spent 2 times more than I did for the truck. I came to find out that the manufacturer, Buick, knew all about these problems and instead of recalling the parts they slithered out of responsibility by issuing Technical Alerts rather than Recalls. Today it is being Junked for $200 dollars, a far cry from it's cost of $5,700. Today I am car or rather truck less for a very, very, very, very long time.

Very happy with the 04 Bjick Rainier CXL... purchased it used with 90K miles ....The 4.2L, IL 6 cyl is a good fit in this model....very comfortable, well designed and capable.....The AWD does excellent in snow, with all season Bridgestone Dueller tires, the Rainier walked right through 8" of snow covered, un maintained, Ozark Mountain roads...never lost traction once in a 30 mile trip....Fits our family perfectly with plenty of cargo space....Nicest vehicle we've owned.

Bought ours with slightly over 140,000 miles, had MAJOR trouble with front wheel drive, trouble shot it trying to forestall the most expensive fix, the front differential (find it hard to believe no one else has discussed this, as they are notorious for THAT failure)! Got into it fairly cheap, have a fortune in it, so I'm stuck for now (in to deep), hoping for a bit of GOOD LUCK to offset ALL the BAD! Like I said look it over GOOD, and listen for a growl out of the front differential!!! HOPING you have better luck then I!!!!!

I love my suv. It fits all my needs and is very reliable. I would recommend this suv to anyone spending a lot of time on the road.

Got this used. It is a really nice ride. Super optioned out. Has air ride suspension. Do not know why GM stopped making these.

My wife fell in love with the 2004 Rainier when they initially came out, so we traded in our Blazer for one. Very roomy, comfortable, quiet, and nice ride for long trips. After time the nickel and dime stuff starting happening: module lights on the dash, arm rest, and steering column were burning out regularly (and they're expensive!); right front fender well was coming loose; speedometer quit working on two occasions; driver's side seat warmer broke down continuously; and the rear end air suspension would no longer steady the vehicle in its proper posture -- it often bottomed out sitting overnight in the garage and would raise up after ignition, a real annoyance. Numerous so-called fixes never worked. Finally got fed up and went with a Subaru. In summation, this vehicle had features new to the market and GM was behind the times correcting the problems that came associated with it. Most expensive vehicle we had purchased and nowhere near the value.

Over the years and use of this vehicle. The vehicle aged very badly. The only good thing about his vehicle is the ac

Purchased my rainier as a GM certified used car with about 40K miles on it. Have had it for now for 11 years with over 200K miles. Other than the normal maintenance items like water pump and bushings and bearings etc. the car has been rock solid. Only two repairs were unexpected a bit of a disappointment. One cat-converter at just over 100K and A/C compressor at about 125K. I check fluids regularly and try to be proactive in replacing parts that are reaching their end of life. Best car I have ever owned. Starting to look for a lower mileage one as a replacement. Great in rain and snow..