There are no safety recalls for the 2019 Buick Envision, but owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA.
2019 Buick Envision problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes | 6 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Tires | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Wheels | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,732 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2019 Buick Envision complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes · reported Jul 15, 2026
Driving home from work and I seen the "service brake assist" light popped on. I did not know what that meant, until I tried to slow down around a curve. The brake pedal was extremely firm and mad stopping in time almost impossible. I made it home and looked on internet for answers. I checked the sensors, brake fluid and checked again and no help. I noticed a puddle of oil under the car and checked the lipstick which showed i was very low on oil. The next day I had to tow the car 45 to 50 miles to dealership. The dealership had car for 3 days and told us it was the brake vacuum pump that…
Engine · reported Jun 23, 2026
The turbo failed by reducing speed all a sudden when I was driving on the freeway. Got the problem repaired and not even a month later same thing is happening again.
Power Train · reported Jun 19, 2026
The envision started losing power, the engine would not gain speed or if it did it was very slow, had the booster vacuum sensor changed, Sudden loss of power or sluggish acceleration, In the beginning the noise/whining was not loud however increased from the engine. Took to a repair shop, could not figure it out, informed dealership, was advised to bring it in. As the car was driven into the lot it died and was unable to start again, dealership informed it was going to cost more than the $22,000 that I paid for it. It appears that the turboâs failure has damaged internal components, a full…
Electrical System · reported Jun 12, 2026
There are currently two items to report on this vehicle: 1) Failure of the gear shift. The replacement is not available for inspection. PCM found defective. The PCM was not seeing the transmission in park or neutral. The shifter assembly had to be replaced. The vehicle was not driveable and had to be towed for repair. No safety issues concerning this event. Repair confirmed failure of gear shifting mechanism. No inspection by others prior to this event occurring in April 2026. No messages of impending failure. 2) Failure of steering gear. Replaced parts not available for inspection. At highway…
Service Brakes · reported Jun 9, 2026
I have a warning on my dash, "Service Brake Assist" that comes on and off, but will not stay on. The dealer says they can't identify the problem unless it stays on and then bring it in. I did some research and find a class action complaint suit in 4 different states, of several GM cars manufactured between 2017 - 2020. Mine is a 2019 Buick Envision. The class action suit identifies the "Brake Vacuum Pump" defect. The defect will be known, when you step on the brake, the pump fails by exploding, and you have little or no brake whatsoever. More than likely causing a car crash and potentially…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Buick Envision have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2019 Buick Envision as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Buick Envision?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (6 reports), followed by unknown or other (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,732 miles.
Are Buick recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Buick dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.