Buick Encore recalls and problems
13 recalls and 606 owner complaints for 10 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
13
Complaints
606
Crashes reported
52
Fires reported
9
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Buick Encore by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Encore | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Encore | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 Encore | 2 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Encore | 2 | 88 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| 2018 Encore | 0 | 75 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| 2017 Encore | 2 | 90 | 12 | 4 | 28 | 0 |
| 2016 Encore | 2 | 81 | 6 | 1 | 14 | 0 |
| 2015 Encore | 4 | 124 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 2014 Encore | 4 | 60 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 Encore | 6 | 52 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Most reported Buick Encore problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 224 | |
| Electrical System | 84 | |
| Power Train | 77 | |
| Unknown or Other | 74 | |
| Air Bags | 70 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 62 | |
| Service Brakes | 57 | |
| Steering | 43 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 29 |
All Buick Encore recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V-668 | Oct 29, 2020 | 2019–2020 | Power Train | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave… |
| 20V-537 | Sep 3, 2020 | 2020 | Seats | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. |
| 18V-774 | Nov 1, 2018 | 2019 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. |
| 17V-437 | Jul 10, 2017 | 2014–2017 | Seat Belts, Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500… |
| 16V-651 | Sep 8, 2016 | 2014–2017 | Seat Belts, Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade… |
| 16V-502 | Jul 5, 2016 | 2013 | Electrical System, Power Train | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. |
| 15V-162 | Mar 20, 2015 | 2015 | Equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured August 26, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Trax vehicles manufactured October 13, 2014, to February 3, 2015. |
| 15V-146 | Mar 13, 2015 | 2015 | Steering | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured November 27, 2014, to February 24, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Trax vehicles manufactured November 18, 2014, to February 17… |
| 14V-488 | Aug 8, 2014 | 2013 | Seat Belts | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to March 1, 2013, and model year 2013 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to May 1, 2013. |
| 14V-446 | Jul 23, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Seats | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. |
| 14V-417 | Jul 2, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013… |
| 14V-298 | Jun 6, 2014 | 2013 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured April 10, 2013, to May 8, 2013, and Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured December 30, 2012, to March 1, 2013. |
| 13V-105 | Mar 28, 2013 | 2013 | Steering | General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured between December 9, 2012 and December 28, 2012, and equipped with a heated steering wheel. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Buick Encore?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2015 Buick Encore has the most reports (124). Check the 2015 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Buick Encore have?
NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls covering Buick Encore model years 2013–2017, 2019–2020.
What are the most common Buick Encore problems?
Owners report engine, electrical system, power train problems most often.