2018 Buick EncoreProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 75 owner complaints about the 2018 Buick Encore, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where the 2018 Buick Encore has problems
75 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 4 |
| Air bags | 10 | 6 |
| Power train | 10 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 10 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2018 Buick Encore recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2018 vs. every other Encore year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Encore median. How we score
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2018 Buick Encore safety ratings
2018 Buick Encore SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (19.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
What Encore owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle ran rough and sputtered. The check engine warning light failed to illuminate following a deep cleaning service. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and repair. The dealer identified software…
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…
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