Buick Encore GX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Buick Encore GX model year (2020–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Buick Encore GX Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 61 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 67
0 recalls · 24 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 28
1 recall · 20 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 23
Best Buick Encore GX Years to Buy
1 recall · 5 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 8
1 recall · 8 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 11
0 recalls · 20 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 20
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Buick Encore GX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 8 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 8 | — | — | 11 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 20 | — | — | 23 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 21 | — | — | 21 | Good |
| 2022 | 0 | 20 | — | — | 20 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 24 | 2 | — | 28 | Caution |
| 2020 | 0 | 61 | 3 | — | 67 | Avoid |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Buick Encore GX Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Encore GX models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 8 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Encore GX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Buick Encore GX if possible. It has 0 recalls, 61 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 67 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Encore GX to buy?+
The 2026 Buick Encore GX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 8. It has only 1 recall and 5 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Encore GX has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2022 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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