Should I Buy a Buick Encore?

Complete buying guide for the Buick Encore: best years, worst years, common problems, recall history, and reliability trends across all model years.

Best Years to Buy

These Buick Encore model years have the fewest complaints and best reliability:

Years to Avoid

These model years have the most complaints and known issues:

Common Problems Across All Years

• Turbocharger Failure — 5 reports
• Electrical System Malfunctions — 2 reports
• Driver Assistance System Failures (Backup Camera, Lane Assistance, Forward Collision Avoidance) — 1 reports
• Vehicle Fire — 1 reports
• Power Train/Transmission Issues — 1 reports
• Steering System Malfunctions — 1 reports
• Instrument Panel/Infotainment Screen Blackouts/Glitches — 1 reports
• Engine Misfires And Stalling — 1 reports
• Door Lock Malfunction — 1 reports
• Brake Squealing And Grabbing — 1 reports

All Model Years