Buick Envision Problems by Year
NHTSA has 247 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the Buick Envision, across 11 model years (2016–2026). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (81). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Buick Envision years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Envision year: 2017. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Envision: 81 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2023 Envision: 26 complaints, 1 recall
- 2022 Envision: 26 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2025 Envision: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2020 Envision: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2024 Envision: 13 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Buick Envision problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 71 | 10 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 46 | 10 | 1 |
| Engine | 40 | 10 | 0 |
| Power Train | 31 | 9 | 1 |
| Steering | 19 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 7 | 3 |
| Suspension | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buick Envision model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Envision | 0 | 1 | 5★ | — | |
| 2025 Envision | 10 | 0 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2024 Envision | 13 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2023 Envision | 26 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
| 2022 Envision | 26 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
| 2021 Envision | 23 | 2 | 5★ | Fuel/propulsion System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2020 Envision | 11 | 0 | 5★ | Air Bags | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2019 Envision | 23 | 0 | 5★ | Service Brakes | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2018 Envision | 15 | 0 | 5★ | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2017 Envision | 81 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2016 Envision | 19 | 5 | 5★ | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buick Envision years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2017 (81) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Envision year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Buick Envision?
Electrical System, with 71 complaints across 10 model years.
How many recalls does the Buick Envision have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.