NHTSA Data Explorer

Buick

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

Complaints

19,704

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

1,177

Crashes

1,128

Fires

874

Top reported issues — Buick

Click a category to expand its values.

Operating state

5,239

Condition issue

5,097

Reporting mechanism

3,191

Engine behavior

2,374

Safety restraint issue

2,318

Fluid issue

1,816

Thermal issue

1,678

Noise

1,606

Braking behavior

1,507

Driver assistance issue

1,368

Steering behavior

1,308

Access/entry issue

1,264

Lighting behavior

1,184

Performance issue

1,133

Safety restraint behavior

1,048

Electrical issue

936

Vibration/harshness

903

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

880

Starting behavior

652

Powering on/off behavior

409

Smell

354

HVAC behavior

343

Ride/handling behavior

305

Infotainment behavior

264

Wiper/washer behavior

211

Recent change

175

Communication/network issue

32

Electrified system issue

4

Most-reported Buick models

Ranked by total record count. Sparkline shows the last 12 months. Click a model to view year-level data.

1

LeSabre

3,606

2

Regal

2,970

3

Regal Sportback

2,970

4

Enclave

2,459

5

LaCrosse

2,105

6

Century

1,691

7

Park Avenue

1,297

8

Rendezvous

1,241

9

Lucerne

942

10

Encore

578

11

Skylark

477

12

Verano

438

13

Rainier

391

14

Roadmaster

330

15

Riviera

293

Browse all Buick models

All Buick models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.

CascadaCenturyElectraEnclaveEncoreEncore GXEnvisionEnvistaLaCrosseLeSabreLucernePark AvenueRainierReattaRegalRegal SportbackRegal TourXRendezvousRivieraRoadmasterSkylarkTerrazaVerano

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2013 BUICK VERANO

Filed May 28, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Buick Verano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Service Air Bag warning light unexpectedly illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.

2021 BUICK ENCORE

Filed May 27, 2026


Intermittent Service Brake Assist Light with very hard brake pedal and almost no breaks backing up. Have had it to several shops who said it was a turbo booster issue so scheduled service with Patriot GMC Boyertown Pa. Also intermittently has little to no power causing driving hazard suddenly especially uphill. Seems to mostly happen during rainy days.

2018 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed May 26, 2026


The contact owns a 2018 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the alternator was replaced 4 times before the dealer diagnosed that the failure was due to oil leaking onto the alternator and the battery. The contact stated that the alternator had been replaced 6 times in total. Additionally, the contact stated while pulling out of the parking lot and onto the road, the vehicle…

2025 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed May 26, 2026


Driving at 30mph and all the dashboard lights turned on and all the warnings kept popping on the dashboard and 30 seconds later the brakes were not working when I was approaching a busy intersection. I was able to pump the brakes and stop the vehicle and put it in park and the vehicle shut off and nothing would work - not even the hazard lights. The vehicle is currently at the dealership being assessed.

2017 BUICK ENCORE

Filed May 22, 2026


Formal Consumer Complaint Statement — GM / Crivelli Buick I am filing a formal consumer complaint against Crivelli Chevrolet Buick GMC and General Motors/Buick regarding what I believe was discriminatory and unfair treatment in connection with a warranty-covered vehicle repair. The customer is [XXX] , owner of a 2017 Buick Encore. The vehicle was serviced by Crivelli Chevrolet Buick GMC in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania, on or about May 20, 2026, for a turbocharger failure covered under GM…

2025 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed May 22, 2026


I was driving and a variety of failure warnings popped up on my screen along with a total brake failure, unable to stop, had to coast until the vehicle was no longer moving. No accident resulted, but it could have been very serious. Mechanics diagnosed it as a loose battery cable.

2024 BUICK ENCORE GX

Filed May 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occurred every 31 seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed VCU module. The contact was informed that the VCU module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. In addition, the contact was informed that…

2020 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed May 20, 2026


I am submitting a complaint regarding premature exhaust system failure on my 2020 Buick Enclave involving the front exhaust pipe/exhaust manifold/catalytic converter assembly. The issue appears very similar to the conditions described in GM Special Coverage programs N212356540 and N242445280 involving exhaust pipe and bracket failures on related GM crossover platforms. The mounting brackets/support brackets on the front exhaust pipe appear to fail or separate, which places excessive stress on…

2025 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed May 19, 2026


The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system activates unexpectedly and dangerously. Incident 1 5/7/2026: While driving approximately 2 mph in a drive-thru and rounding a curve, the vehicle suddenly applied full braking without warning. The braking force was severe enough that I struck my face on the steering wheel and my child was thrown forward in a secured car seat. Incident 2 5/19/2026: While merging onto a busy road behind a semi truck, the vehicle again applied sudden hard braking after I…

2022 BUICK ENVISION

Filed May 18, 2026


My instrument panel cluster went black while the vehicle remained operational. The speedometer, warning lights, warning chimes, PRNDL/gear display, and dashboard are all non-functional. We checked fuses and performed a battery reset. The issue remains unresolved. This creates a significant safety concern, as I have no access to vehicle speed, warning lights, a gear indicator, or safety alerts while driving. I am requesting that this issue be formally documented and investigated as a potential…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.