NHTSA Data Explorer
Buick
Data refreshed July 19, 2026
Complaints
19,778
Active records
Recalls
218
Active records
TSBs
7,831
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
22
Injuries
1,180
Crashes
1,130
Fires
875
Top reported issues — Buick
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Operating state
Condition issue
Reporting mechanism
Engine behavior
Safety restraint issue
Fluid issue
Thermal issue
Noise
Braking behavior
Driver assistance issue
Steering behavior
Access/entry issue
Lighting behavior
Performance issue
Safety restraint behavior
Electrical issue
Vibration/harshness
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Starting behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Smell
HVAC behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Infotainment behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Recent change
Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Most-reported Buick models
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Browse all Buick models
All Buick models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2026 BUICK ENCLAVE
Filed Jul 16, 2026
I am reporting a sudden, complete failure of the vehicle braking system. I was operating a black 2026 Buick Enclave (an Enterprise rental car which my husband, [XXX], rented from the Tucson International Airport fleet, Vehicle Fleet #XXX) with my two children in the backseat. We were traveling at the posted speed limit of 45 mph in the fast lane on [XXX], heading toward Costco. Without warning, the braking system completely malfunctioned. Half a dozen red warning lights illuminated and alarmed…
2019 BUICK ENCORE
Filed Jul 16, 2026
On XXX, at approximately 1:00 p.m., my 2019 Buick Encore unexpectedly caught fire while I was operating it in [XXX]. Prior to the fire, I experienced abnormal symptoms, including the vehicle failing to restart, a hissing sound, smoke coming from the engine compartment, and then visible flames. The smoke changed from black to white and then green before the fire intensified. I safely exited the vehicle before the fire spread. The exact component that failed is unknown. Based on my observations,…
2025 BUICK ENVISTA
Filed Jul 15, 2026
To the Vehicle Safety Complaint Division: I am filing a safety complaint regarding brake service performed on a 2025 Buick Envista (VIN: [XXX]) by Suburban Buick GMC of Troy, 1850 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084, an authorized GM dealership. Safety Issue: The vehicle was brought in on XXX with brake pulsation at 20,689 miles. Suburban performed rotor resurfacing on all four rotors and certified the repair as complete and verified on XXX. On XXX — 13 days after Suburban certified the repair — Moran…
2013 BUICK LACROSSE
Filed Jul 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2013 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced starting failures and was taken to Piedmont Tire & Auto, where the battery was replaced. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound, and felt like the vehicle had struck a bump, and the steering locked up. The vehicle was taken back to Piedmont Tire & Auto, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS wheel speed sensor ring on the passenger’s side…
2012 BUICK REGAL
Filed Jul 15, 2026
Rear passenger side toe link did fracture causing vehicle to spin out of control.
2022 BUICK ENCORE GX
Filed Jul 15, 2026
6/4/26 Took to dealer and stated that the check engine light was on and car was running sluggish. Had stopped at Autozone and their scan showed the code P0102. The dealer charged me 259.00 to do a diagnostic showing the same thing. 6/26/26 Back to the dealer with the same problem and now they stated they replaced the Compressor Air Intake Turbocharger and Install Vacuum Tank Kit. I had the vehicle back for few days and while I was driving, the lights came back on and the car went from 58 to…
2019 BUICK ENVISION
Filed 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…
2025 BUICK ENCLAVE
Filed Jul 14, 2026
The contact owned a 2025 Buick Enclave. While the contact’s daughter was driving through an intersection on a green light at an undisclosed speed, a truck crashed into the front driver’s side of the vehicle. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. The contact and his wife and daughter were all transported for medical attention and were checked for injuries. The contact received a CT scan and was currently undergoing physical therapy and pain management injections for back and hip injuries.…
2024 BUICK ENCORE GX
Filed Jul 14, 2026
When driving on the freeway 60 mph, the car jerked and locked up, no warning lights, speedometer was rising and dropping rapidly, car slowly dropped speed. Had to pull on the side of the road, when car was put to parked, neutral, or drive it went backwards until it wasn’t able to move at all. Car was towed to the GM Chevrolet in my area where it was fixed previously for transmission module issue. After inspection it was found by a mechanic that it was a transmission failure. Thankfully, we…
2020 BUICK ENCLAVE
Filed Jul 14, 2026
Drivers side seatbelt would not latch and dealership said it needed replaced.