NHTSA Data Explorer
Buick
Data refreshed June 20, 2026
Complaints
19,731
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
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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.
2013 BUICK VERANO
Filed Jun 17, 2026
the passenger front sidewall of the tire has a bubble. The tire is a Goodyear LS-2 235/45R18 is the model. I felt very unsafe do drive on a defected tire. The tire dealer told me it was not a defect and i would have to replace the tire at full cost. There was no warning of a problem with the tire. i discovered it after a routine vehicle inspection by myself.
2018 BUICK ENCLAVE
Filed Jun 17, 2026
2018 Enclave w/106k on the odometer and the catalytic convertor cracked. $2200 repair.
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.
2024 BUICK ENVISTA
Filed Jun 16, 2026
1. Instrument Panel Display Blackout (NHTSA Recall 23V744000)The Issue: A software bug in the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) can cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving.The Risk: Losing visibility of speed, fuel levels, and critical warning lights increases the risk of a crash.Affected Vehicles: Approximately 6,289 Buick Envista units are affected.The Remedy: GM is updating the VCU software free of charge. This update can be performed…
2021 BUICK ENCLAVE
Filed Jun 15, 2026
The liftgate of my vehicle began opening on it's own at no apparent interval, but now occurs frequently while waiting for a repair part to come in. This has happened while parked - including in public parking lots (where someone malicious could have entered the vehicle and the closed the liftgate after entering the vehicle - I would have been unaware of their presence) as well as while driving, which presents multiple safety issues including belongings falling out of the vehicle or causing an…
2008 BUICK LUCERNE
Filed Jun 13, 2026
Yes, as I was driving down the highway doing the current speed limit my hood had a complete failure where the adhesive for the hood separated completely in the top layer flew off, obstructed my driving for more than 10 seconds then flew off and almost hit multiple cars behind me. Thank goodness this caused me to pull over off the road, but the safety of others and I were at very harms way due to a malfunction in the vehicles quality of built in the glue separation.
2019 BUICK ENVISION
Filed Jun 12, 2026
There are currently two items to report on this vehicle: 1) Failure of the gear shift. The replacement is not available for inspection. PCM found defective. The PCM was not seeing the transmission in park or neutral. The shifter assembly had to be replaced. The vehicle was not driveable and had to be towed for repair. No safety issues concerning this event. Repair confirmed failure of gear shifting mechanism. No inspection by others prior to this event occurring in April 2026. No…
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…
2024 BUICK ENVISTA
Filed Jun 11, 2026
The data screen for navigation has gone blank several times. A few times previously but 3 times in the past 2 days. The speedometer is viable but not the radio or navigation. Adaptive cruise control has occasionally alerted that it is not available & shuts off on its own. An alert yesterday stated power steering needs to be serviced but nothing is wrong. The car has turned off as I started to pull out into traffic & turned back on its self 3 times today. One time in the morning on my way to the…
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…