2017 Buick Cascada Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 7, 2026 · 15 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Cascada years
More complaints than other years 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Buick Cascada. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Cascada model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (7 complaints, 47%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2017 Buick Cascada problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine7
Visibility/wiper3
Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~33,623 mi
Unknown or Other2 · ~100 mi
Electrical System1 · ~100 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine747%———
Visibility/wiper320%———
Engine and Engine Cooling213%33,623——
Unknown or Other213%100——
Electrical System17%100——
Fuel/propulsion System17%———
Structure17%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2024, with 4 complaints
2017: 1201712022: 1202212023: 2202322024: 4202442025: 3202532026: 420264

n = 15 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 Buick Cascada recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 Buick Cascada.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Pcv failed causing rough idle, etc light and squeezing sound

Engine · received Jul 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748817

Rear convertible top window is separating from the convertible top from regular use and could detach and create a safety problem. This is a well known problem on these cars and Buick did not issue a recall and would not fix it. There was nothing in the owners manual about any preventative actions…

Unknown or Other · received Jun 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741220

My Buick Cascada is a 2017 model and has 78,000 miles on it. There was a high pitched whistle/squeal type noise I was hearing and was told by the Buick dealership that it is an issue with the PCV valve failing. To replace this it will cost over $2,000 because of the design of where the valve is…

Engine · received Apr 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11734656

The rear window of this car has separated and when I contacted the manufacturer they indicated a service bulletin was issued but they are not liable for the repair. The window has become more and more separated and I'm using glue to hold it on but it's becoming undrivable due to the risk of it…

Visibility/wiper · received Feb 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11718080

I brought the 2017 Buick Cascada in for repair following rough idle and check engine light. This vehicle only has 46,200 miles. The mechanic put it to the computer and the mechanic found the issue that was ultimately identified as the camshaft cover/pc valve. This part was already replaced in my…

Engine · received Dec 15, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11705140

Other Buick Cascada years

← 2016 Cascada · 2018 Cascada →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2019 Cascada50
2018 Cascada110
2017150
2016 Cascada221

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Cascada?

Owners most often report engine, visibility/wiper, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 7 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Buick Cascada?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2017 Buick Cascada a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cascada model years, the 2017 has more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.