2019 Buick Enclave Safety Report
2019 Buick Enclave Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Buick Enclave
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Buick Enclave. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (37) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2022 | Compare against the 2022 Buick Enclave with 11 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2017 | Check the 2017 Buick Enclave before buying across this generation. |
Buick Enclave Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Buick Enclave years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Buick Enclave | 41 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Buick Enclave | 56 | 0 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Buick Enclave | 19 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Buick Enclave | 177 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 11 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Buick Enclave | 139 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2019 Buick Enclave Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Buick Enclave, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Buick onlyUnknown Or Other
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Buick onlyEngine
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Buick onlyPower Train,Electrical System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System issues Buick onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other issues Buick onlySeat Belts
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seat Belts issues Buick onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Buick Enclave
Reliability Score
The 2019 Buick Enclave receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2019 Buick Enclave
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2019 Buick Enclave
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Buick Enclave:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Start-Stop System The auto start-stop system has malfunctioned, causing the car to hesitate, shut off randomly, and display 'not in right condition'. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Exhaust System Two exhaust brackets broke off due to bad welds, leading to a TSB for replacement. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Conditioning System The air conditioning system has failed multiple times, causing discomfort and potential health issues. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Torque Converter A torque converter replacement was needed after a transmission fluid flush and check. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Buick Enclave:
Issues with the power train, including hesitations and random shutdowns, are common.
Two exhaust brackets broke off due to bad welds, leading to a TSB for replacement.
The air conditioning system has failed multiple times, causing discomfort and potential health issues.
The auto start-stop system has malfunctioned, causing the car to hesitate, shut off randomly, and display 'not in right condition'.
Recall Details for the 2019 Buick Enclave
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2019 Buick Enclave by NHTSA:
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Consequence: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this r...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Buick Enclave
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Buick Enclave with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
The car hesitates when accelerating. It feels like its going to die. Also, the car has shut off randomly with the display saying "not in right conditions to start". The dying has happened a few times.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection? The issue appears to be related to the auto start-stop system and/or an EVAP-related component, as the vehicle will sometimes completely shut off instead of restarting when stopped. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? When the engine shut...
I purchased my vehicle in 2020. In 2022 I experienced an issue where my car stopped in the middle of the road without warning. Despite several attempts to try and move the vehicle off of the road the police were notified and my vehicle was towed. The vehicle gave an error code that conditions not met for driving. One office tried to put the vehicle in neutral but the wheels locked and the shifter ...
This is the third time in less the last couple of months that the air conditioning system on this 2019 Buick Enclave has failed. The vehicle consistently blows only hot air, regardless of whether it is in motion or stationary. The problem does not fluctuate with changes in speed or drive duration. In addition, there is a consistent noise coming from the dashboard area that resembles a hydraulic hi...
Anc module is faulty after HVAC condensation entered the unit causing it to not work making all speakers nonfunctioning
The 2019 Buick Enclave was taken in for transmission fluid flush & check. The dealer came back and stated that the torque converter needed replacement. The car was still under mileage warranty but just past the roll-off-line date by a month. There are numerous issues all over the internet related to The Enclave torque converter issues. Even a service bulleting PIP5608J that covers these exact is...
The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while at a stop light the Auto START/STOP feature malfunctioned. The contact stated that after releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle turned off instead of restarting the engine. The contact stated that several minutes had passed before being able to restart the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer...
This vehicles exhaust system has two brackets that broke off the exhaust due to bad welds. There is TSB out for one of the brackets where they replace one cheaper pipe but no mention of the other. This TSB is for multiple years same issue, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. Yet I was told mine is not included by dealer over the phone. There are literally thousands of complaints stretched across multiple s...
Start/stop function malfunctioned in the middle of the road, this has happened multiple times before and after replacing starter and battery, looked at by several mechanics. If I stop the car at a light or in traffic my car will dint turn back on or let me shift. Thus a safety issue because I could have been hit as it stopped in a busy road and people had to move around my vehicle. Engine light ca...
One day, I looked over at my seat and there were literally two tears in the leather. I immediately looked to see if something had ripped them. The only thing I put over there is a small cloth lunch sack so there’s no way that that could’ve done it. there was NOTHING SHARP on the seat. I am also very good about keeping my leather maintained and car maintained . It needs to be repaired before it ge...
On Sept 6th the check engine light came on. A diagnostic test showed it was code P0442 related to the canister purge valve /solenoid. It also showed that it was a permanent thing that had been on there a while but when I look up my Vin number there is no recalls for it, but there is for other 2019 Buick enclaves.
I found where there was a recall on 2019 Buick and mine was not listed. It is doing what I have read about the recall. The transmission is shuttering at low speeds.
The cooling fan motor assembly is shorting out internally & blowing the 70 amp fuse dedicated to that circuit. Mustreplace fan assembly and fuse to correct this concern
We were on a trip home from the Holidays about 400 miles away when we heard a huge explosion! The front sunroof exploded and rained glass all over us. It was a clear night with no other cars around. We had to pull over and find something to cover over the sunroof because it was so loud and shooting bits of glass all over us and our dog. We made it home. We are still waiting on insurance to fix it....
The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that upon the start of the vehicle, a loud grinding noise would emit from the rear end of the vehicle. To correct the failure, the contact operated the vehicle in front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for service, but the contact was given a diagnostic fee and declined. Upon investigation, the conta...
The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while attempting to buckle the seat belt however, the seat belt failed to lock securely in the buckle. The contact inspected the buckle and became aware that an internal part of the buckle had detached, preventing the seat belt from being latched securely. The contact called the dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The man...
There are a couple of issues causing our concerns about the car. 1. Alternator - The alternator was reported went bad after only 4 years of usage, the dealer refused to pay the fixing cost for this. Due to the failure of the alternator, the car lost all the power in the middle of the road with our entire family in the car during the night, very dangerous. The car suddenly stopped at the road with...
Traveled and car begin to shake when I got to destination. The shift gears lights started going from neutral to Low gear and my speed began to drop down even when I was accelerating. The engine light came on and the stabilitrak light was on during times I stop at lights or stop lights only when in traffic but not on the highway. After seen by an auto service dealer, the stabilitrak light still com...
Stabilizer trak
The passenger side seat air bag exploded and burned my daughter’s back while she was getting into the car. The car was in park and auto started. My son was sitting in the back seat behind her while this happened. She has 1st and 2nd degree burns and thankfully my son is okay. The car has been sitting in my driveway since that day. I have contacted the dealership and GM as well as my personal ...
Showing 20 of 37 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Buick Enclave
Has the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE have?
The 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE has 37 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
The 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE involve power train (7 complaints), unknown or other (4 complaints), engine (3 complaints). Other affected components include power train,electrical system, electrical system,unknown or other, seat belts.
How many crash reports does the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE out of 37 total complaints (5.4% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE out of 37 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE is generally recommended. It has 37 complaints, 1 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE are: 1. POWER TRAIN (7 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 complaints), 3. ENGINE (3 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 7 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
Be cautious of the auto start-stop system and air conditioning system issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected malfunctions. The 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE has 37 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
The 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 37 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Auto Start-Stop System and Exhaust System.
What are the known issues with the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE?
Known issues with the 2019 BUICK ENCLAVE include: Auto Start-Stop System, Exhaust System, Air Conditioning System, Torque Converter. These are based on patterns found across 37 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2019 Buick Enclave?
Common issues include power train problems, auto start-stop system malfunctions, and air conditioning system failures.
Is the auto start-stop system a reliable feature?
The auto start-stop system has malfunctioned, causing the car to hesitate and shut off randomly.
What should I do if I experience issues with the air conditioning system?
Check for recalls and have the system inspected by a professional to ensure it is functioning correctly.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of the auto start-stop system and air conditioning system issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected malfunctions.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Buick Enclave
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Buick Enclave. The data includes 37 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2019 Buick Enclave an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13