2026 Buick Enclave Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Enclave years
- Not enough data 19th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Buick Enclave. That ranks 19th out of 19 Enclave model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Buick Enclave 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 | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2026 Buick Enclave recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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Problem: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Electronic Brake Module Component Failure (EA26006) — opened Aug 21, 2026, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I am reporting a sudden, complete failure of the vehicle braking system. I was operating a black 2026 Buick Enclave (an Enterprise rental car which my husband, [XXX], rented from the Tucson International Airport fleet, Vehicle Fleet #XXX) with my two children in the backseat. We were traveling at…
Driving home from work on interstate, 2 month old 2026 Buick enclave jolted and shut off completely while going 65mph. Barely pulled over safely to the left side (Oklahoma drivers). Restarted car, check engine light illuminated with messages of reduced engine power (limp mode up to 35mph) while…
Other Buick Enclave years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 Enclave | 38 | 0 |
| 2024 Enclave | 7 | 0 |
| 2023 Enclave | 21 | 0 |
| 2022 Enclave | 14 | 1 |
| 2021 Enclave | 26 | 2 |
| 2020 Enclave | 60 | 6 |
| 2019 Enclave | 44 | 1 |
| 2018 Enclave | 65 | 0 |
| 2017 Enclave | 179 | 3 |
| 2016 Enclave | 141 | 4 |
| 2015 Enclave | 171 | 5 |
| 2014 Enclave | 292 | 7 |
| 2013 Enclave | 70 | 4 |
| 2012 Enclave | 132 | 6 |
| 2011 Enclave | 213 | 6 |
| 2010 Enclave | 275 | 6 |
| 2009 Enclave | 220 | 8 |
| 2008 Enclave | 536 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Buick Enclave?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Buick Enclave?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Buick Enclave a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Enclave model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.