2010 Buick Enclave: check engine light

Filed Sep 3, 2025 · Suspension, Transmission · FL

I purchased a 2010 Buick Enclave from a dealer who did not disclose any major issues with the vehicle. After purchase, I began experiencing significant problems while driving, including difficulty shifting, loss of power, and unstable handling. Concerned for my safety, I took the Buick to a mechanic for inspection. The mechanic verified that: •The wrong transmission had been installed in the vehicle, causing unsafe shifting and performance issues. •The driveshaft was malfunctioning, which affects the stability and control of the SUV. •No warning or check engine lights were on •CV axel bolts were zip tied closed Because of these defects, the mechanic told me the vehicle is not safe to drive. These problems were never disclosed to me at the time of sale, and I would not have purchased the vehicle had I known.

Filed Jan 19, 2023 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2010 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed again that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the issue would be escalated. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Filed May 20, 2022 · Engine, Fuel system · 120,000 miles · WI

The contact owns a 2010 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, there was a knocking noise coming from the vehicle prior to starting the engine. After starting the vehicle, the noise became louder. While operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated and a humming noise was present. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who indicated that the transmission gear was faulty. The vehicle was serviced however, the failure persisted. No further information was available. In addition, after refueling the vehicle would not immediately startup. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Feb 22, 2021 · Engine · 135,000 miles · OK

The 2010 buick enclave has been well kept. I had just purchased it and only drove it for 2 months. I was driving on the freeway at 70miles per hour then the check engine light came on and the car lost power down to 40miles I had to pull off the freeway. Almost hit. The hole system shut down it wouldn't start at all had it towed to the dealer they said the timing chain jummped and locked up your motor it will be 10 thousand to fix I dont have that kind of money so now I m paying a loan on a car that does not work.

Filed Nov 4, 2020 · Transmission · 105,000 miles · MA

Engine light is coming on due to issue with timing chain. My mechanic said gm issued a service bulletin and gm offered extended warranty coverage to fix the problem for model year 2009 but not 2010 (which is my model year). It was a known problem and gm refuses to cover the repair of the timing chain replacement.

Filed Oct 16, 2019 · Engine · 114,753 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 buick enclave. While driving various speeds, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred multiple times. John paul's buick gmc (3615 s 108th st, greenfield, wi 53228, (414) 482-6246) was contacted and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 9-5585597823. The failure mileage was approximately 114,753.

Filed Oct 3, 2019 · Transmission · 138,645 miles · TN

Vehicle losses power, engine light came on, codes p0008, p0017, p0009- took it to shop and they said the oil was 3 qts low. I just had it changed within 60 days. They changed the oils and cleared the codes which were showing. I also had transmission fluid changes and a new front left transaxle installed. Wife drive the vehicle home, which is within 3 miles of shop. Engine came back on with the same three codes given above. Caleed back to shop next day, they said engine would have to be pulled and the chart said about a 21 hours job (they charge $68/hr). And said it would be about $2500 to fix. I see many posts online with this vehicle concerning this same issue. There should have been some type of recall on the timing chains/belts in these cars and like models.

Filed Aug 24, 2019 · Electrical · OH

Water is getting to the electrical components of the amplifiers (bose system) and shorting them out. That means there is no sound what so ever inside the vehicle. No blinkers, hazards, radio or if the engine light comes on you won't hear it, only a visible icon. This is an issue not only in the enclave, but the acadia as well as the saturn outlook. This should have been a recall a long time ago. I refuse to pay for this when it's an issue across the board.

Filed Aug 20, 2019 · Engine · 90,800 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 buick enclave. The contact stated that there was a noise coming from the engine and the check engine indicator flashed. Studebaker buick gmc (3200 e main st, richmond, in 47374, (765) 962-0505) diagnosed that the timing chain was being stretched and needed to be replaced. The dealer quoted a repair cost of $2,000 and stated that they would call back with the final estimate. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90,800.

Filed Aug 5, 2019 · Transmission · 75,477 miles · OH

In 2017@75,477 miles my car lost power on the highway, could not get it to go over 40mph. Drove to dealer & turned out to be timing chain which is a known issue in my type of car. Dealer repaired car at warranty price, even though my warranty had run out & took 40% off since I had been such a great customer. They had some kind of incentive money available.fast forward to april 2019 @ 95,000 mikes, car is losing power again on highway especially when merging, must floor gas pedal to get car to go, engine light on intermittently at first, but now on permanently, timing chain code (p0008) comes up & dealer says it will be an estimated cost of $2500 to repair, must pull engine again. Timing chain repair from 2017 only under warranty for 1 year or 12,000. I went 2 years & 20,000 since repair. Dealer only willing to discount repair needed now @ 25%. This is a known issue with my car especially the 2008, 2009 & 2010 models. There are tons of on-line complaints about timing chains in my type car & there should have been some type of recall on the timing chains/belts in these cars. It is a known problem. Not safe when driving on highway & problem can occur at any time without warning.you lose power & can get stuck in middle of nowhere. Unsafe!

Filed Feb 28, 2019 · Engine · 47,190 miles · NJ

The initial complaint was the check engine light and a repair was made that didnt fix the problem. The light came back on while driving and it was the timing chain and it needed to be replaced. The vehicle only had 47,000 miles on it.

Filed Jan 21, 2019 · Fuel system, Suspension · NM

Since I bought my 2010 buick I've nothing but problem after problem.. For some reason the check engine light always seems to come on, suspension makes noise, and steering system is making noise..