NHTSA Data Explorer

Buick Encore

Data refreshed July 19, 2026

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Complaints

588

Active records

Recalls

13

Active records

TSBs

2,338

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

1

Injuries

75

Crashes

52

Fires

8

Top reported issues — Buick Encore

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Reporting mechanism

230

Operating state

221

Performance issue

141

Engine behavior

115

Condition issue

100

Safety restraint issue

89

Driver assistance issue

58

Thermal issue

52

Noise

51

Braking behavior

48

Steering behavior

48

Safety restraint behavior

44

Vibration/harshness

42

Fluid issue

41

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

40

Electrical issue

26

Starting behavior

22

Infotainment behavior

21

Lighting behavior

16

Powering on/off behavior

14

Smell

14

HVAC behavior

13

Wiper/washer behavior

11

Access/entry issue

10

Recent change

6

Communication/network issue

3

Ride/handling behavior

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2019 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jul 16, 2026


Fire

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,…

2016 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jul 13, 2026


Ignition switch getting very hot

2019 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jul 13, 2026


FRONT RADIATOR COLLANT OVERFLOW EXPANION TANK W/CAP & SENSOR FLUID LEVEL GETS EXTREMELY LOW AND SETS OFF A DASHBOARD MESSAGE STATING ENGINE OVERHEATING - ONCE I FILL UP THE COLLANT THE LIGHT GOES OFF THIS CONTINUALLY OCCURS EVERY FEW WEEKS/MONTHS WHAT IS CAUSING THIS TO OCCURED? I HAD IT SERVICED AND A LEAK HAS NOT BEEN DETECTED 2019 BUICK ENCORE AWD

2019 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jul 6, 2026


Car purchased new in Nov 2018. Within 3 years needed a turbocharger replacement. At this time this was covered under warranty. Recently had to undergo replacement for the turbocharger again. This time it was not covered under the warranty. In researching this problem I saw that in Feb of 2024, Buick extended the warranty on the Buick 2017-2018 Encores, due to a manufacturer defect in the turbocharger. This add'lwarranty covered the cost of the repair & was good for up to 120,000 miles. …

2015 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jun 26, 2026


The turbo in my vehicle has a check engine light come on and than the engine does no act right. The repair shop that looked at car stated that the manufacture knows this is a known issue and they have not made a recall as several cars my year range has this going on. If this is a known issue why is there no recall. I worked had for my car and I can not afford the repair of a know issues with the turbo as it cost a lot and I should not have to cover this as it is apparent this is a manufacture…

2020 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jun 25, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal and accelerator pedal became extremely hot to the touch. The contact became aware that the silver heat shield was missing. Additionally, the contact stated that there was electrical activity or electricity coming from the area. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The…

2017 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jun 11, 2026


There is a problem with the 2017 Buick Encore turbocharger. From speaking with the auto shop I took it to for a check they have seen many Buick Encore’s with the same turbocharger problems. He spoke to me about it prior to me dropping off the vehicle and then confirming the issue after inspecting the vehicle. The turbocharger inspection revealed a distinct structural crack at the wastegate flange, resulting in boost pressure loss. There is already a recall associated with this problem in other…

2018 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jun 10, 2026


Request for Goodwill Assistance – Turbocharger Failure (Special Coverage XXX) Dear General Motors Customer Assistance, I am writing to request a one-time goodwill repair for my 2018 Buick Encore (VIN: [XXX]). Approximately two months after purchasing this vehicle, the check engine light illuminated and diagnostic testing identified code P0299, indicating turbocharger failure. This issue appears to align with General Motors' Special Coverage Program XXX, issued in February 2024 for certain…

2015 BUICK ENCORE

Filed Jun 9, 2026


Transmission wouldn't shift out of 2nd gear and wouldnt shift into reverse. Has no power steering or power brakes

2017 BUICK ENCORE

Filed May 29, 2026


UNKNOWN. MY 2017 Buick Encore while parked in front of my home just blew up at 1 am. I have a video of this occuring. It was on the passengers side. My neighbor stated that he heard a loud bang and went outside. He said parts were flying off my car. I don't know how to send the video but I do have one when this occured. I have contacted Buick Corporate and now they are saying that they are sending my matter to the legal department. Buick corporate told me to have my vehicle towed to the…

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.