2018 Model Year

Buick Encore

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
68
Recalls
0
Crashes
10
Severe
15

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Air Bags
Feb 2026

The front passenger air bag sensor turns off either before we begin driving or while the vehicle is in motion. The manual says that if you have a seat...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Feb 2026

After filling up fuel vehicle starts and stalls out. This occurs while driving at stop signs. And also while driving loss of power. There is something...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Jan 2026

Was driving and lost complete power but came right back on itself. Car also makes a loud noise periodically when reversing and pressing the brake. Was...

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Nov 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The Stabili-trak warning light was illu...

Engine
Nov 2025

Brought my car to get an oil change and was told they could not do it as my oil filter housing unit is cracked and leaking oil they said to check for...

Engine
Nov 2025

COMPONENT FAILURE: THE ENGINE TIMING CHAIN. YES, IT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. SAFETY RISK: VEHICLE HESITATED AND LOST POWER IN TRAFFIC, CAUSING MY...

Engine
Oct 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The...

Engine
Oct 2025

I have been alerted by General Motors, via a letter that I received in March, 2024, that, due to a defect, my car's (a 2018 model year Buick Encore) e...

Air Bags Crash
Aug 2025

When crossing through an intersection at approximately 45mph, I was struck by another vehicle, speed unknown, who failed to stop at a stop sign. My ve...

Electrical System
Aug 2025

The car experienced issues with the fan turning off when car was turned off. It caused the battery to die. The car was serviced at the dealership and...

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Data updated: March 5, 2026

Summary

The 2018 Buick Encore has 68 complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Engine. 10 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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