2022 Buick Encore Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Encore years
- Not enough data 10th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Buick Encore. That ranks 10th out of 10 Encore model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (4 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 Buick Encore 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 13% | 30,474 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 13% | 22,786 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 Buick Encore recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2022 Buick Encore.
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.
I have had my vehicle to a GM dealer on a few occasions with the EMC code stored in the vehicle and an active check engine light on. While Iâm driving - now during 70 percent or more of my trips - my vehicle loses power very suddenly and lunges me forward. Iâm unable to stop and go on hills of…
The EMC on the vehicle appears to be faulty. The vehicle is burning more than double the fuel than it should, and Iâm able to smell a strong oil burning odor while driving it. The SUV lunges you forward violently when this defect begins to act up, which can be at any point in a short or longer…
My Encore is full of mice and mice droppings. The man at the dealership said GM should have screens or other safety measures done at the factory. This car has just 10,000 mils and I keep it in pristine condition. People can't believe how clean I keep it and this happens??? The tech told me there…
While driving on interstate highway, CEL illuminated. When able to stop and check, DTC codes P1467 & P146b where detected. These codes deal with the Evap Purge system. The pump was recalled in model year 2021 for the make, model and engine in this vehicle. Failure to fix this issue results in…
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the GMC mobile app alerted the contact of emissions failures and advised to contact the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer…
Other Buick Encore years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 8 | 0 |
| 2021 Encore | 9 | 0 |
| 2020 Encore | 19 | 2 |
| 2019 Encore | 87 | 2 |
| 2018 Encore | 74 | 0 |
| 2017 Encore | 89 | 2 |
| 2016 Encore | 80 | 2 |
| 2015 Encore | 124 | 4 |
| 2014 Encore | 60 | 4 |
| 2013 Encore | 52 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Buick Encore?
Owners most often report unknown or other, power train, air bags problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Buick Encore?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2022 Buick Encore a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Encore model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare, 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.