repaired · 2019 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
2017 Buick EnvisionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 81 owner complaints about the 2017 Buick Envision, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-404 the manufacturer reports only 34% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 22, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Buick Envision has problems
81 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
25Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
19Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
11Engine
10Power train
8Steering
7Exterior lighting
4Service brakes, hydraulic
3Structure
3Seat belts
1510 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 25 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 19 | 1 |
| Engine | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 15 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2017 Buick Envision recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Structure
Risk. If the service parts do not have energy-absorbing foam blocks, there may be an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Equipment
Risk. If the head restraint posts are not fully engaging in the seat back, the head restraint may loosen or dislodge, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Other: labels
Risk. Incorrect weight information may cause an owner to overload the vehicle.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Buick.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Envision 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 Envision median. How we score
'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Buick Envision safety ratings
2017 Buick Envision SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Envision owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
When I stop at traffic lights, my car does not immediately turn back on (it has the auto stop feature). It flashes "parking brake released" on the dashboard. Then, it starts back up. Sometimes, it has not started back up right away & the steering wheel seizes. It has also said, "Assisted Steering…
2017 Buick envision failed an annual smog check with OBD trouble codes: P0700; P2535; and U0100. P0700 is related to a transmission issue.
During multiple drives the vehicle completely shuts off when driving or at lower speeds. When this occurs (4 times over the last 3 months) the vehicle has no power or ability to restart creating a major safety issue. You cannot turn on the hazards or anything in the vehicle. The vehicle is still in…
Own a 2017 Envision?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.