Buick Encore Engine Problems
Owners have filed 223 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Buick Encore across 9 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (41). The words owners use most often: “turbo charger” (6% of reports).
- 223engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 46%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Turbo charger: mentioned in 13 of 223 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 94 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 223 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 4 an injury.
Buick Encore engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Encore | 3 | 33% | — |
| 2020 Encore | 7 | 37% | 5,240 |
| 2019 Encore | 33 | 38% | 13,500 |
| 2018 Encore | 29 | 39% | 89,254 |
| 2017 Encore | 35 | 39% | 29,000 |
| 2016 Encore | 41 | 51% | 47,995 |
| 2015 Encore | 29 | 23% | 50,000 |
| 2014 Encore | 25 | 42% | 68,725 |
| 2013 Encore | 21 | 40% | 66,790 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists engine for the Buick Encore. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Sequential powertrain and turbocharger failure on 1.4L Ecotec engine following $5,700 in prior engine repairs. Vehicle experienced sudden loss of motive power. Component is covered under GM Special Coverage/warranty. Authorized GM dealer (Mike Haggerty Buick GMC) and General Motors have engaged in…
Car erupted into flames while I was driving on expressway fire started in engine bay I have police report
Loss of acceleration due to cracked turbo boost. I guess you need a special 2019 vin # to be included in a recall. Recall for 2017 2018 and a select few 2019 very disappointed with this big repair job that is a known problem. I'm done with Buick.
Not long after I purchased my car, i noticed it was lacking power during takeoff and when driving uphill which forced my car to hit very high RPMs during normal use. There was also a P0299 code that appeared then disappeared frequently. I discovered a turbo special coverage N232395330 and took it…
General Motors issued a Special Policy N202299080 covering 2014 Buick Encores. My 2018 Encore had the same issues and symptoms as this Policy. My concern is because of this known problem the crankcase can be pressurized causing oil leaks which could cause a fire. General Motors issued a Service…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Buick Encores have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 223 owner complaints about engine for the Buick Encore. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Buick Encore engine?
No recall currently lists engine for this vehicle.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Buick Encore?
The most frequent phrase is “turbo charger”, in 13 of 223 complaints.
See all Buick Encore problems.