NHTSA Data Explorer

Buick Enclave

Data refreshed July 19, 2026

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Complaints

2,476

Active records

Recalls

29

Active records

TSBs

3,147

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

0

Injuries

155

Crashes

87

Fires

25

Top reported issues — Buick Enclave

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Operating state

726

Reporting mechanism

533

Safety restraint issue

489

Condition issue

381

Steering behavior

368

Performance issue

234

Noise

226

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

211

Engine behavior

210

Fluid issue

194

Driver assistance issue

179

Access/entry issue

162

Vibration/harshness

114

Electrical issue

87

Safety restraint behavior

85

Braking behavior

75

Thermal issue

64

HVAC behavior

51

Infotainment behavior

45

Starting behavior

45

Lighting behavior

40

Powering on/off behavior

33

Smell

22

Ride/handling behavior

21

Recent change

20

Wiper/washer behavior

12

Communication/network issue

7

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…

2020 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jul 14, 2026


Drivers side seatbelt would not latch and dealership said it needed replaced.

2025 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jul 14, 2026


3 injured
Crash

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.…

2020 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jul 13, 2026


Front exhaust pipe separated from its mounting bracket causing a consistent rattle. This condition is exactly as described in N222385510 - Special Coverage Front Exhaust Pipe, released in May 2023. Exhaust components in this vehicle are materially the same as the covered 2021 vehicles and thus this vehicle should be similarly covered. Issue has been confirmed by a dealer and is available for further inspection.

2014 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jul 10, 2026


The engine, power steering, stabilitrak, and reduced engine power (vehicle would essentially die while driving at random times). My safety AND others were put at risk when I am traveling down the road/interstate and the engine just cuts out and am no longer able to accelerate to any speeds, causing me to have to pull over to the shoulder WITHOUT ANY ENGINE POWER. Yes, the problem has reproduced and confirmed with the dealer I purchased from. Vehicle has not been inspected by the above…

2016 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jul 8, 2026


Traction stabilization light comes on very frequently and vehicle loses power, step on gas and it sputters can’t get out of any one’s way, they throw parts at it and never fixes. From feedback off internet a big problem 2008-2017 enclaves

2020 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jul 4, 2026


I am submitting this complaint regarding a paint defect on my 2020 Buick Enclave. The passenger-side rear door has significant top-coat peeling and flaking, exposing the primer and metal underneath. This deterioration is not normal wear for a six-year-old vehicle that has been properly maintained and protected from environmental conditions. The pattern of peeling indicates a failure of the top coat or clear coat applied during manufacturing. The paint layers are separating prematurely, reducing…

2026 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jun 30, 2026


Driving home from work on interstate, 2 month old 2026 Buick enclave jolted and shut off completely while going 65mph. Barely pulled over safely to the left side (Oklahoma drivers). Restarted car, check engine light illuminated with messages of reduced engine power (limp mode up to 35mph) while stuck on highway, traction control and esc disabled. Was able to get off highway and limp to nearest GM dealer. They performed diagnostics 3 days later and replaced the fuel rail pressure sensor. It did…

2020 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jun 24, 2026


Lateral arms needed replaced at 60,000 miles causing shaking, accelerated wear on tires, increasing misalignment.

2021 BUICK ENCLAVE

Filed Jun 17, 2026


The muffler and tail pipe has fallen off 6 times and ive had to get repaired. I believe it is due to the bad torque converter that others have complained about and goggle says that is a likely failure on the buick.

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.