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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
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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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Safety restraint issue
Condition issue
Steering behavior
Performance issue
Noise
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Engine behavior
Fluid issue
Driver assistance issue
Access/entry issue
Vibration/harshness
Electrical issue
Safety restraint behavior
Braking behavior
Thermal issue
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Lighting behavior
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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
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.