Buick Encore GX recalls and problems
4 recalls and 250 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
4
Complaints
250
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
1
Choose a model year
Buick Encore GX by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Encore GX | 1 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Encore GX | 1 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Encore GX | 2 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Encore GX | 0 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 Encore GX | 1 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Encore GX | 2 | 55 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 Encore GX | 2 | 70 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Most reported Buick Encore GX problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 66 | |
| Power Train | 52 | |
| Unknown or Other | 50 | |
| Engine | 48 | |
| Service Brakes | 37 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 16 | |
| Steering | 13 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 |
All Buick Encore GX recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-539 | Aug 20, 2026 | 2024–2026 | Back Over Prevention | General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. |
| 23V-744 | Nov 6, 2023 | 2024 | Electrical System | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles. |
| 21V-440 | Jun 10, 2021 | 2020–2022 | Equipment | General Motors, LLC. |
| 20V-588 | Sep 24, 2020 | 2020–2021 | Service Brakes | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Buick Encore GX?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2020 Buick Encore GX has the most reports (70). Check the 2020 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Buick Encore GX have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering Buick Encore GX model years 2020–2022, 2024–2026.
What are the most common Buick Encore GX problems?
Owners report electrical system, power train, unknown or other problems most often.