VIN REPORT

5GAEVAKW6RJ1133142024 BUICK EnclaveEssence

0of 100
Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
Clear
No open recalls
Safety Grade
B-
80/100 composite
Complaints
7
NHTSA filed
Vehicle Age
2 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2024 BUICK Enclave was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 7 owner complaints include 1 reported injury, indicating real-world safety incidents beyond normal wear.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2024 BUICK Enclave

2024 BUICK Enclave was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 7 owner complaints include 1 reported injury, indicating real-world safety incidents beyond normal wear.

  • 1 injury reported across 7 owner complaints
Owner Complaint Intelligence

7 owner complaints filed — top areas: Other (29%), Engine/Powertrain (29%), Safety Systems (29%). 1 crash reported.

Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
BUICK
Model
Enclave
Year
2024
Trim / Series
Essence
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Drive Type
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
6-cyl 3.6L
Doors
4
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Assembly
LANSING, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

GM Lansing Delta Township Assembly

BQuality64/100
Standard📍 LANSING, MICHIGAN

Produces Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia. Average recall rates.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

B-
Score: 80/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety30/30
Complaint History30/30
0/100Clear

✓ No high-risk recall components found

88/100
Comprehensive
17 of 20 safety features detected

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision WarningStandard
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard
Pedestrian AEBStandard
Rear AEBStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Lane Keep AssistStandard
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot MonitoringStandard
Rear Cross Traffic AlertStandard
Adaptive Cruise ControlStandard
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High BeamStandard
Parking AssistStandard
Backup CameraStandard
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data RecorderStandard
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard
Keyless IgnitionStandard
Recalls

NHTSA Safety Recalls

CLEAR
0found
No Recall Campaigns Found
NHTSA has no active or historical recalls for this 2024 BUICK.
1 in 7

1 injuries reported across 7 complaints — elevated injury rate for this class of vehicle.

Complaints7

Complaint Intelligence

7 complaints analyzed across 4 system categories

Other
2
Engine/Powertrain
2
Safety Systems
1 crash1 inj2
Steering
1
2024
5
2025
1
2026
1
Stable -25%
3
Last 24 months
4
Prior 24 months
Engine stalling1
Electrical failure1
Conditions Reported
Highway/high-speed (2)Parking/low-speed (1)Rain/wet (1)Startup (1)

Owner Complaints

HIGH VOLUME

7 safety complaints filed with NHTSA

7found
1
Crash
1
Injury
ODI #11731646BACK OVER PREVENTION

After sitting in a parking lot for 6 days the radio receiver assembly (infotainment control module / head unit) in my 2024 Buick Enclave completely failed with a "no power" condition. The screen is blank, there is no audio output, no response to any controls, and the system does not power on even after multiple power cycles or battery disconnects. The dealer diagnosed the need for a full replacement of the radio receiver assembly. The part is currently on national backorder with an unknown delivery date, so the failed component remains installed in the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request. The failure disables multiple critical safety-related features, including: The rear backup camera (no image when shifting into Reverse) Audible turn-signal chimes and warning alerts Navigation system (including real-time traffic and hazard information) This creates a significant safety risk during low-speed maneuvers (such as parking or reversing) and reduces overall situational awareness while driving. The issue occurred on a nearly new leased vehicle (leased November 13, 2023) with only 54,781 miles. Yes. My authorized Buick dealer fully diagnosed the issue and confirmed the complete loss of power to the radio receiver assembly. They attempted basic troubleshooting (power cycles, etc.) with no success and determined that a full replacement of the radio receiver assembly is required. The dealer also noted the part is on indefinite backorder. The vehicle has been inspected and diagnosed by my authorized Buick dealership's service department. General Motors Customer Assistance has been notified and is aware of the issue.No inspection has been performed by police or insurance representatives. There were no warning lamps, messages, or prior symptoms. The failure occurred suddenly and without warning after the vehicle sat unused for only 6 days in a parking lot. One day the infotainment system worked normally; the next time zero power to it.

ODI #11669437ENGINE

The contact owns a 2024 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while his wife was driving 45 MPH, she heard a loud noise coming from the engine. a dealer was contacted. No warning lights illuminated. a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken a dealer where it was diagnosed that front exhaust seals was damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and they opened a case. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 44,000.

ODI #11610984STEERING

I own a 2024 Buick Enclave Avenir the steering wheel has a Whining Noise when vehicle is in motion or standing when turning the steering wheel. The Air Bag is in the steering wheel I am concerned if there is a problem with the steering wheel if the Air Bag could eject from the steering wheel causing an accident when vehicle is in motion. Took it to my dealership following is an E-mail sent to me. Even though it's built in late 2023 it's a 2024. So that bulletin doesn't pertain to your vehicle, but I will ask today if there is a 2024 Buick Enclave Avenir on the lot and I'll try to see but if there's no 2024, I have to wait to see what GM says because that bulletin doesn't work for your newer vehicle. Also, the 2023 Buick Enclave is different when it comes to the steering. For example, a 2023 Buick enclave has a bulletin #PIT5987: Whining Noise from Steering - (Feb 17, 2023) that is a whining noise from the steering but that only pertains to a 2022-2023. Thats what service manager acquired about if the 2024 would follow that same bulletin ---Date of manufacture of my Buick was December 2023.

ODI #11591498UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE

Multiple times I have been driving along at interstate speed when the mirrors retracted in to the windows of their own volition without the pressing of the button. I contacted Nimnicht GMC and scheduled a service for [XXX] of 2024 at their Phillips Highway location in Jacksonville, FL for them to correct the issue. They stated they were unable to duplicate but did flash the computer with an update shown in TSB The vehicle was kept from the [XXX] until the [XXX]. I picked up the vehicle on the [XXX] from their lot and drove it home. On the [XXX] while driving it to work, I again had issues with the mirrors closing on their own 5 times in the matter of 17 miles more or less, including at interstate speed on the Buckman Bridge. Again, after keeping my vehicle multiple days, they were "unable to recreate the issue." I received the vehicle back on [XXX] of May. Today, May [XXX], I again had the mirrors close and trained a camera at the mirrors while driving down the interstate and captured them closing on their own without any interaction with a person. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

ODI #11588918SEAT BELTS

Driver & Passenger seatbelts extremely difficult to securely latch.. Buick Service on May 15, 2024. Problem confirmed, replacement seatbelts, parts ordered.

ODI #11581480POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT APPROX. 70 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE MADE A LURCH FORWARD MOTION. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER.WE WERE NEAR A EXIT RAMP AND COAST TO THE INTERSECTION. VEHICLE WOULD START BUT WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK. WE COULD NOT MOVE THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT EVEN GO INTO NEUTRAL TO PUSH THE VEHICLE TO SAFETY. THE POLICE WERE CALLED TO DIRECT TRAFFIC, WHILE WAITING FOR A TOW TRUCK. WE ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE SEVERAL TIME SO WE COULD IT IN NEUTRAL DURING THE NEXT 45 MINUTES . THE POLICE HAD TO LEAVE AND MADE A FINAL TRY TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AFTER RESTARTING, IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL . THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED TO THE SHOULDER AND THE POLICE PUT FLARES OUT TO ADVISE OF A DISABLED VEHICLE, AND LEFT THE SCENE. AFTER ABOUT 2HOURS AND 50 MINUTES THE TOW TRUCK ARRIVED. THE TRUCK OPERATOR GOT INTO THE VEHICLE, STARTED THE VEHICLE AND PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND DROVE IT ONTO THE FLAT BED TOW TRUCK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED. WE BOUGHT THE BUICK NEW, 2024, WITH 3 MILES ON IT. WHEN THIS OCCURRED IT HAD 1814 MILES ON IT MARCH 13TH 2024. OUR PHONE APP FOR MY BUICK STATES THAT DIAGNOSTICS RESULTS SHOWS ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION SYSTEM TO SERVICE NOW. TODAY IS APRIL 6 2024. VEHICLE STILL NOT REPAIRED. CAUSE OF PROBLEM A SENSOR OR TRANSMISSION OVER HEATED AND LOCKED UP THE TRANSMISSION. ONCE IT COOLED IT COULD BE MOVED. BUICK CUSTOMER CARE WERE NOTIFIED CASE # AVAILABLE

ODI #11572249AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTSCRASH1 INJURY

Motor vehicle accident 12/9/2023 in which I was struck from behind by fast moving vehicle, and forced into vehicle directly in front of my vehicle. No driver airbag deployment, nor did my seatbelt lock, as verified by responding officer.

Complaint & Reliability Timeline

Annual complaints (blue) vs. composite reliability score (amber) — recall years marked in red

Annual complaints and reliability score for BUICK Enclave — recall years marked in red
035050100202420252026Complaints/yrReliability (0–100)
Annual complaints (left axis)
Reliability score 0–100 (right axis, higher = safer)
Crash-involved complaints that year
Chart Analysis

The blue line shows 7 total NHTSA complaints filed over 3 years, with the worst year being 2024 (5 complaints, including 1 crash report).

The amber reliability line shows an improving trend — scores have risen from the earlier years toward 97/100 more recently, suggesting the most serious issues are older and may have been addressed through repairs or recalls.

Red dots on the amber line flag 2024, a year when complaints included crash events — these are the highest-severity incidents in the dataset.

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$31,344
~$522/mo over 5 yrs
$1.3/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$4,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$8,344

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $31,344 (~$522/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2024 BUICK Enclave — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: BACK OVER PREVENTION
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: ENGINE
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: STEERING
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$1,770–$2,250/yr
~$148–$188/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN5GAEVAKW6RJ113314
Model Year2024
MakeBUICK
ModelEnclave
TrimEssence
SeriesCab/Utility Extended Body Style
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Doors4
Drive TypeAWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders6
Displacement (L)3.6

Manufacturer

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS LLC
Assembly CityLANSING
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)5GA
Check Digit (Char 9)6
Model Year Code (Char 10)R
Plant Code (Char 11)J
Sequence (Chars 12–17)113314

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count0
NHTSA Complaint Count7

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

5
1
G
2
A
3
E
4
V
5
A
6
K
7
W
8
6
9
R
10
J
11
1
12
1
13
3
14
3
15
1
16
4
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
5
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
G
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
A
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
EVAKW
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
6
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
R
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
J
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
113314
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (5)
Model Year Character
"R" → 2024
Could also be 1994
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 8/3/2026, 6:57:59 PM.