2003 Buick Rendezvous vs 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 281 | 762 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 447 | 88 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,311 mi | 71,693 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Rendezvous | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 7 | 256 |
| Visibility | 21 | 167 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 55 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 53 | 42 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 30 | 64 |
| Seats | 2 | 65 |
| Power Train | 25 | 35 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 43 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 34 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
| Overheating | 10 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 34 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 38 |
2003 Buick Rendezvous
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.