The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, who diagnosed and determined that the power brake booster vacuum pipe assembly needed to be replaced. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
The worst 2020 Buick Envision problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags3
- Brakes3
- Transmission3
- Driver assistance2
- Electrical2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags3
- Brakes3
- Transmission3
- Driver assistance2
- Electrical2
- Acceleration1
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Buick Envision 601
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories
- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size...
- This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a...
- This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic...
- This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic...
- This PI advised dealer technicians of possible causes of diesel fuel contamination in gasoline powered...
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have...
2020 Buick Envision crash test ratings
Government 5-star crash tests. Higher is safer. Each row is a body style and drivetrain that was tested.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buick Envision SUV AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Buick Envision SUV FWD | Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms. | 4 | 5 | Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms. |
2020 Buick Envision fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 |
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | AWD | 21 | 27 | 24 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | AWD | 20 | 25 | 22 |
What 2020 Buick Envision owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that the oil level was two quarts low and the oil level was topped off. The failure was a persistent issue. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact was informed that the oil level was two quarts low and oil was added. The contact was informed that an oil consumption test was needed. The vehicle was later diagnosed with possible internal engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be repaired or replaced. The contact was informed that the dealer was awaiting the approval from the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.
I was driving and came to a stop at a light and all the sudden in my car just shut off. It took me a minute to try to turn it back on while cars behind me honking their horn. I’m assuming it has something to do with the electric due to the start stop button. I don’t have official incident report because I was able to get my car turned back on. I looked it up on the Internet and several people are having this issue.
We have two problems what we would call safety issues. First, all the sound in the vehicle was lost which included safety belt warning alarm, turn signal bells, door open alarms, etc. We were told by the dealership that it was a faulty amplifier. Secondly, the sunroof opened by itself, and is locked in the open position which makes the vehicle undrivable due to weather conditions and makes it an easy target for theft. The vehicle was locked and parked in our driveway when we noticed the sunroof was open. We know this occurred on it's own as we had just washed the vehicle and locked the doors. The next day we found the sunroof open and the doors still locked. This is a computer software issue within the vehicle as these issues occurred within a matter of days of each other. The sunroof opening on its own is a safety issue as a unsecure car is a problem, opening during traveling in a storm is a real threat to driving conditions. During our investigations we have found other cases the same as ours.We have reached out to GMC and we were told no recalls have been issued and to file a complaint with the federal safety agency and our state Attorney General. Our vehicle has been sitting at the dealership since August 5th, waiting on back ordered parts with no anticipated delivery date for those parts. This is not a dealership issue but rather a manufacturer design defect. Buick has not taken any interest or responsibility for this issue as the vehicle was out of warranty recently. This 2020 vehicle only has 55,000 miles. I have a 60-mile roundtrip commute to my job at a local hospital and have been without a vehicle since July 28th. This issue is not due to any neglect on our part and the cost so far is over $3,000. Buick should be responsible for their design and poor engineering as this has the potential to cause an issue if this happens while the vehicle is moving. The safety bells are an added reminder to buckle up and if they are not working it is a safety issue for those in the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt failed to extend and was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed. The dealer informed the contact that the front driver's side seat belt ratchet was abnormally opened, causing the air bag module to fail. The dealer determined that the front driver's side seat belt assembly and the front driver's side air bag module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,910. The VIN was not available.
Got in the vehicle to start the engine and the instrument cluster stop showing all readings of the gauges would not display the screen blacked out and none of the gauges were working. There were no warnings lamps or nothing out the ordinary the instrument cluster just went out. This is the first time it has ever done this.
The Air Bag, Parking Brake, Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electonic Stability Control lights all came on while operating my vehicle. The lights did not go off, so I reported to the dealership. They determined it was an internal defect in the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. This was not covered under warranty and appears to be a defect in the module. I believe this to be a serious safety concern and recommend a recall of this issue.
I put the car into park and I exited the vehicle because I forgot to push the stop button. So I reached accross the driver's seat and push the stop button. When I did this the car began to roll back as if it was in neutral. I did not touch the shift knob. It shifted into neutral on its on. The front down was open at the time. The car should not have moved if the front door was open. The car ended up rolling down a small hill and ran over me.
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated when pulled into a recycling center, the vehicle unattended accelerated, and crashed into a cement wall. The failure occurred within seconds. The contact did not recall any warning lights on the instrument panel. The air bags did not deploy. There were minor injuries to the left-hand upper thumb. The contact also stated his head hit the steering wheel and the right side of the face was swollen, and below the right knee was bruised. There was a medical report from the Orthopedics clinic. There was no police report. The vehicle had damage to the front driver side quarter panel, the entire hood was lifted; however, the left front of the hood was higher up. The other damages were the bumper, lighting system, the front windshield cracked and shattered, and the rear windshield wiper was damaged due to the impact of the crash. The vehicle was drivable. The vehicle has not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 10,300.
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph when the contact was struck by a semi-trailer which resulted in the side air bag not deploying. A police report was taken the contact sustained broken ribs on the left side and sought medical treatment. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and then towed to an insurance lot. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. Consumer contacted the manufacturer and was told no evidence of the airbags not deploying properly.
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Questions about the 2020 Buick Envision
Is the 2020 Buick Envision reliable?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2020 Buick Envision, fewer than a typical Envision model year.
What is the 2020 Buick Envision year score?
The 2020 Buick Envision scores 76 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Buick Envision: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Buick Envision?
Airbags, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (3).
How many recalls does the 2020 Buick Envision have?
No recalls on record.
Is the 2020 Buick Envision safe in a crash?
In government crash tests the 2020 Buick Envision scored 5 out of 5 stars overall, depending on body style and drivetrain (2 versions tested).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Buick Envision get?
Official estimates for the 2020 Buick Envision range from 22 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 22 city and 29 highway.
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