Buick Encore GX years to avoid
No model year of the Buick Encore GX stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Buick Encore GX years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Buick Encore GX complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Buick Encore GX problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical64
- Engine56
- Transmission51
- Brakes40
- Fuel system21
- Driver assistance20
- Steering13
- Acceleration12
- Lights8
- Airbags5
- Visibility4
- Seat belts4
Most reported problems on the Buick Encore GX
Buick Encore GX problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 5 | Engine | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2025 | - | 15 | Electrical | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2024 | - | 35 | Electrical | 30,620 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2023 | - | 28 | Engine | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 83 | 34 | Transmission | 30,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 74 | 54 | Engine | 45,000 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 64 | 70 | Brakes | 1,487 | 2 | 5 |
Recalls 4
Buick Encore GX warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Buick Encore GX in the news
Questions about the Buick Encore GX
What years of the Buick Encore GX should you avoid?
No single model year of the Buick Encore GX has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Buick Encore GX?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Buick Encore GX?
Electrical, with 64 complaints across all years, followed by engine (56) and transmission (51).
How many recalls does the Buick Encore GX have?
4 recalls between 2020 and 2026. The 2024 model year has the most, with 2.
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