2018 Buick Cascada Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cascada years
- Fewer complaints than other years 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Buick Cascada. That ranks 3rd out of 4 Cascada model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 36%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Buick Cascada problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 36% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 18% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | 8,088 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Buick Cascada recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 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.
A squealing sound was coming from the top of my engine and I had low/rough idle and it progressed to a low voltage output and check engine lights. This happened while i was driving on the highway and my speed was eratic and I had to cross 2 lanes to get the next exit. The problem has been…
Vehicle is a 2018 requiring valve cover replacement due to an issue that was recalled on previous years, most recently 2016. Extended warranty was offered for these repairs. TSB Special Coverage N192291620 â Camshaft Cover Replacement (later superseded by N232395320). This should be reviewed for…
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the air intake valve was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
PCV Failure at 62,000 miles. GM extended warranty on 2016 models that demonstrated this problem. Appears to be a design flaw and often fails again after repair. $2000 + job to repair
While driving down the highway my vehicle decreased in power and then I heard a loud whistle or whining sound. Upon examination at the dealership, they determined that the PCV system had failed. The positive crankcase ventilation system caused my Camm to leak and created a vacuum leak which blew…
Other Buick Cascada years
← 2017 Cascada · 2019 Cascada →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Cascada | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 0 |
| 2017 Cascada | 15 | 0 |
| 2016 Cascada | 22 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Buick Cascada?
Owners most often report engine, engine and engine cooling, air bags problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Buick Cascada?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2018 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 2018 has fewer 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.