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Choose a model before comparing complaints or documented conditions. The exact year is where the source starts to become relevant.
- Models listed
- 6
- Documented files
- 24
- Documented year span
- 2015 to 2026
Model directory
Choose a Buick model
Each model opens a year-by-year directory. File counts describe source coverage, not vehicle reliability.
Source-backed problem files
Documented Buick conditions
Higher safety relevance appears first. The order does not measure reliability.
2018 Buick Regal · Brakes & vehicle control
Brake software error may cause loss of power assist
NHTSA campaign 22V465000 lists the 2018 Buick Regal for a condition in which brake software error may cause loss of power assist.
2015 to 2017 Buick Enclave · Safety restraints
Air bag inflator may rupture
The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
2017 Buick Encore · Airbags, seats & restraints
Air bag software test may disable frontal restraints
NHTSA campaign 16V651000 lists the 2017 Buick Encore for a condition in which air bag software test may disable frontal restraints.
2015 to 2017 Buick Encore · Safety restraints
Air bag system safety defect
While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition.
2020 to 2021 Buick Encore GX · Brakes
Braking performance may be reduced
Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
2018 to 2019 Buick Regal · Brakes
Braking performance may be reduced
The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
2024 Buick Encore GX · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The software in the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) may cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving.
2021 Buick Envision · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.
2024 Buick Envista · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The software in the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) may cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving.
2021 to 2023 Buick Envision · Electrical & software
Exterior lights may not operate correctly
The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on.
2026 Buick Enclave · Vehicle information
Incorrect safety information or certification label
The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production.
2020 to 2022 Buick Encore GX · Vehicle information
Incorrect safety information or certification label
The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
2026 Buick Envision · Vehicle information
Incorrect safety information or certification label
The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production.
2024 Buick Envision · Vehicle information
Incorrect safety information or certification label
As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims.".
2016 to 2017 Buick Envision · Vehicle information
Incorrect safety information or certification label
The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information.
2019 to 2020 Buick Enclave · Transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain defect may interrupt drive
The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
2019 to 2020 Buick Encore · Transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain defect may interrupt drive
The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
2021 Buick Enclave · Airbags, seats & restraints
Roof rail air bag connectors may prevent deployment
NHTSA campaign 22V210000 lists the 2021 Buick Enclave for a condition in which roof rail air bag connectors may prevent deployment.
2018 Buick Regal · Safety restraints
Seat belt may not restrain an occupant
During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.
2020 Buick Encore · Body & structure
Seat component may not remain secure
The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats may not have been installed.
2019 to 2020 Buick Regal · Body & structure
Seat component may not remain secure
The driver or passenger front seat frames may have a lower crossbar that was improperly welded.
2015 Buick Encore · Steering & suspension
Steering control may be reduced
The steering column assembly housing may contact the power steering printed circuit board causing the circuit board to wear.
2016 Buick Regal · Steering & suspension
Steering control may be reduced
The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.
2020 Buick Enclave · Tires & wheels
Tire or wheel failure may cause loss of control
The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Researching Buick vehicles
Read the method behind the match
These guides explain the checks that apply across several problem files. Use the vehicle pages for the exact record scope.
Check recalls by VIN
A VIN search checks the displayed NHTSA records for an unrepaired safety recall associated with one vehicle. A model search shows only the wider campaign population.
Read guide ↗When a car is unsafe
A warning light does not always mean the same thing, but weak brakes or smoke leave little room for experimentation. Damaged tires and certain recall instructions can do the same.
Read guide ↗Why symptoms overlap
“It makes a weird noise” is useful human language. Diagnosis begins when that language is tied to the exact vehicle and its operating conditions.
Read guide ↗Search phrases from the driver seat
Does one of these sound familiar?
Each phrase opens its underlying problem file. Compare the complete symptom pattern before drawing a conclusion.