Buick Encore Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Buick Encore have?

The Buick Encore has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2019 through 2019. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Encore under recall?

Whether your specific Encore is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Encore year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2019 Buick Encore has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

2 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Buick Encore. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

475

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years46 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2019

Affected Model Years

20192R · 76C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Airbag1 campaign (50%)

Transmission1 campaign (50%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Buick Encore

ENGINE

118

POWER TRAIN

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

AIR BAGS

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SERVICE BRAKES

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

STEERING

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Based on 475 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 3 deaths and 63 injuries reported.

All Buick Encore Recall Campaigns

#18V7740002019 Buick EncoreAirbag

Issued: Jan 11, 2018

AIR BAGS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 a…

#20V6680002019 Buick EncoreTransmission

Issued: Invalid Date

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. Th…

Risk: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the p…

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contac…

Recalls by Component

1Airbag Recalls

#18V774000MY 2019

AIR BAGS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have bee…

Buick Encore Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Buick Encore have?

The Buick Encore has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2019 through 2019.

Is my Encore under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Encore year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Buick Encore has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Encore recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Encore?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Buick Encore for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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