Is the Buick Envision Reliable?
2016–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Buick Envision Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 13 | 6 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 29 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 19 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 19 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2019 | 0 | 21 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 66 | 3 | — | 88 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Envision Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Envision scores 17 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Buick Envision Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 180 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Buick Envision reliable?+
The Buick Envision scores 87/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 5 recall campaigns and 180 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Envision is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2018 Envision achieved the highest reliability score of 97/100 with 0 recalls and 8 complaints.
How many miles does a Envision last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Buick Envision owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Envision will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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