2016 Buick Envision Safety Report

2016 Buick Envision Safety Report

19Complaints
5Recalls
★★★★★Safety Rating
55/100Reliability Score
Most reported components: Suspension (3)Service Brakes (2)Unknown Or Other (2)Exterior Lighting (2)Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure (1)Power Train (1)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1)Electrical System (1)Electrical System,Engine (1)Engine (1)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2016 Buick Envision

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2016 Buick Envision. 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.

2016 Buick Envision Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenHigh (5)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsLow (19)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports0Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubSuspensionCompare suspension issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2020Compare against the 2020 Buick Envision with 10 complaints and 0 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2017Check the 2017 Buick Envision before buying across this generation.

Buick Envision 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 Envision years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.

Nearby Buick Envision Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2017 Buick Envision 79 4 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2018 Buick Envision 13 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2019 Buick Envision 17 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2020 Buick Envision 10 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2021 Buick Envision 22 2 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2022 Buick Envision 22 1 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.

2016 Buick Envision Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2016 Buick Envision, 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.

Suspension

3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Suspension issues Buick only

Service Brakes

2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Service Brakes issues Buick only

Unknown Or Other

2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Unknown Or Other issues Buick only

Exterior Lighting

2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Exterior Lighting issues Buick only

Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure

1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure issues Buick only

Power Train

1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Power Train issues Buick only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2016 Buick Envision

The 2016 BUICK ENVISION has accumulated 19 complaints and 5 recalls in the NHTSA database. It received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). The most frequently reported problem areas are suspension (3 complaints), service brakes (2 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints). Suspension issues and hydraulic service brakes are common, with 3 and 2 reports respectively. Exterior lighting and electrical system problems also occur frequently. Lane departure and forward collision avoidance systems have failed, causing safety concerns. Fuel system delivery and structure issues have been reported. Key known issues to be aware of include Fuel System Delivery, Structure, Lane Departure and Forward Collision Avoidance. Be cautious of suspension and structural issues, and ensure the lane departure and forward collision avoidance systems are functioning properly.

Reliability Score

The 2016 Buick Envision 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 2016 Buick Envision

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.

Overall
★★★★★
5/5
Frontal Crash
★★★★☆
4/5
Side Crash
★★★★★
5/5
Rollover
★★★★☆
4/5

Known Issues for the 2016 Buick Envision

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2016 Buick Envision:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Fuel System Delivery
Fuel pump issues causing delivery problems.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Structure
Structural issues leading to recalls.
High Common 30k-60k miles
Lane Departure And Forward Collision Avoidance
Systems have failed, causing safety concerns.
High Common 0-100k miles
Control Arm Bushing Connector
Defective design leading to control arm assembly issues.
Medium Common 0-100k miles

Common Problems Reported by Owners

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2016 Buick Envision:

Suspension 23% of complaints

Suspension issues are the most common problem.

Lane Departure And Forward Collision Avoidance 15% of complaints

Lane departure and forward collision avoidance systems have failed.

Fuel System Delivery 10% of complaints

Fuel pump issues causing delivery problems.

Structure 8% of complaints

Structural issues leading to recalls.

Recall Details for the 2016 Buick Envision

The following 5 recalls have been issued for the 2016 Buick Envision by NHTSA:

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #18V358000 31/05/2018

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

Consequence: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Structure
Campaign #17V412000 29/06/2017

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17275.

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Equipment
Campaign #17V404000 27/06/2017

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints would fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints and tablet holders for the correct installation, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17239/17258.

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Campaign #16V922000 21/12/2016

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to March 18, 2016. The the master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak brake fluid.

Consequence: If there is a loss of brake fluid, braking performance may be reduced or lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 16169.

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Equipment:Other:Labels
Campaign #16V516000 07/07/2016

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence: Incorrect weight information may cause an owner to overload the vehicle. Overloading may reduce vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label as necessary, free of charge. The began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 56340.

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2016 Buick Envision

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2016 Buick Envision with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
10/02/2025

The lane assists and cruise control does not work and the GM dealership here in Southern Pines, NC can't fix it. They are sending the car back on the street with a 19-year-old girl behind the wheel of a car with electrical issues. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

ODI #11690958
Power Train
09/08/2024

While driving RPM’s bouncing. Upon acceleration experienced delay and hesitation Hesitation in acceleration causing safety issue when entering traffic’s and passing other vehicles Full transmission replacement was needed and completed

ODI #11613292
Suspension
01/27/2024

GM is out of control . I have a front passenger control arm assembly in the shop for 2 months. No update on service part because they have changed the part number as the 2016 is unsafe. I need my service part or a new car . It's unsafe to drive and GM will not provide any update on ETW because there is a safety issue with this part. They already killed over 100 people from the ignition switch...

ODI #11568215
Suspension
01/10/2024

Unsafe driving condition. Control arm assembly front passenger. Car in the dealer for a month. GM has no service parts and refuses to give update on availability. Dealer states unsafe to drive and I have seen multiple complaints for this issue.

ODI #11564703
Service Brakes
12/15/2023

This is the second time my brake line has cracked and started leaking brake fluid without any warnings from my dashboard that my brake fluid was low. First time was [XXX] and this time is [XXX] it's only a matter of time before the back ones fail. I hope and pray that I don't be driving cause I don't want to hurt anyone or myself. General motors knows about this problem on the 2016 Buick envision ...

ODI #11560385
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
11/09/2023

The contact owns a 2016 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at slow speeds in a parking area and attempting to stop with the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failu...

ODI #11554316
Electrical System
03/05/2023

My car was parked in the driveway, and it was locked. The keys were in a bowl next to the door. During the night the sunroof opened with no contact from anyone and it rained that night and flooded the inside of the car. We did research on the issue and this has happened to many Buick owners. I put the car under shelter and got out as much water as I could. The sunroof would not operate to cl...

ODI #11510234
Electrical System,Engine
10/03/2022

Buick Envision 2016 Mileage - 58315 One owner The car has had three events over the last year where it would not start. After the car is driven for awhile and after it's parked and turned off, it will not start. Everything in the car will function (windows, radio, door locks) but there seems to be a disconnect between the key-fob and the device that communicates with it. There is never a warning ...

ODI #11487652
Engine
06/24/2022

The contact owns a 2016 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled at a traffic light. The contact received assistance from passengers nearby and pushed the vehicle to the side of the roadway. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact started the vehicle again and it inadvertently stopped again and there were numerous warnin...

ODI #11470905
Electrical System,Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
06/14/2020

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR MY DASHBOARD COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN. THE SCREEN WENT COMPLETELY BLACK NO RADIO,CLOCK,DASH DISPLAY. STOPPED, TURN CAR OFF AND RESTARTED STILL DID NOT TURN BACK ON DASH BOARD OR AND RADIO/ NAVIGATION SCREEN. WAITED TILL NEXT DAY TRIED AGAIN STILL NOT SUCCESSFUL BOTH SCREEN COMPLETELY BLACK.

ODI #11328778
Unknown Or Other
01/18/2019

SINCE 2016 MY VEHICLE COLLISION ALERT HAS BEEN INOPERABLE AND GIVING FALSE ALERTS.. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, I HAD VEHICLES IGNORE THE YIELD SIGN AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED CUTTING IN FROM ON MY VEHICLE NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. THE COLLISION ALERT NEVER WENT OFF UNTIL 45 MINUTES TO AN HOUR LATER...MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE KENT COUNTY MOTOR BUICK DEALERSHIP IN DOVER, DE WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED ...

ODI #11170765
Engine,Visibility/Wiper
08/08/2018

ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, WE HAD HAD SIGNIFICANT ISSUES THAT WERE ONLY FIXED AFTER THE EVENT OCCURRED, AT WHICH TIME THE DEALERSHIP ADVISED THAT SOFTWARE UPDATES WERE AVAILABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEMS WE HAD. ONE INVOLVED THE DISPLAY SCREEN/BACK-UP CAMERA WHICH WAS VERY DARK AND DIFFICULT TO SEE IN THE DAYTIME, OBSERVED SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASE IN 2017 - A PRETTY SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE. THE O...

ODI #11118486
Suspension
06/05/2018

GM USES A SEPARATE CONTROL ARM BUSHING CONNECTOR FOR VARIOUS MODELS SUCH AS BUICK ENVISION. THIS CONNECTOR IS A DEFECTIVE DESIGN! THE CONTROL ARM BUSHING CONNECTOR MUST USE A RIGID ONE-PIECE STRUCTURE THAT IS SUBJECTED TO VERY LARGE FORCES AND THEREFORE MUST BE OF A RIGID, HIGH STRENGTH AND TOUGH STRUCTURE.THE GM'S SPLIT-TYPE CONTROL ARM BUSHING CONNECTOR CONSISTS OF TWO BOLTS INSERTED INTO A HOLL...

ODI #11100908
Unknown Or Other
01/18/2018

ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2016, I LEASED A NEW 2016 BUICK ENVISION, SOLELY TO GET UPDATED SAFETY TECHNOLOGY THAT WAS NOT ON MY 6-YEAR OLD BUICK REGAL. I HAD SEEN THE ENVISION AT CAR SHOWS, HAD PICKED UP SALES LITERATURE THERE AND AT LOCAL DEALERSHIP, PLUS RECEIVED ONLINE INFORMATION. THIS VEHICLE WAS ADVERTISED AS HAVING FRONT END COLLISION ALERT WITH AUTOMATIC BRAKING. IN APRIL 2017, I RECEIVED A LETTER ...

ODI #11063614
Unknown Or Other,Engine
12/05/2017

WHEN I PUSH THE PUSH-START BUTTON, THE VEHICLE MAKES A GRUNTING NOISE, BUT IT DOES NOT START. ALL THE LIGHTS COME ON AND STAY ON INCLUDING THE "CHECK ENGINE LIGHT." IT HAS HAPPENED FOUR TIMES. IT HAPPENED THREE TIMES WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE, AND ONCE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS AT A PARKING LOT. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TOWED TWICE TO A DEALER; HOWEVER, AFTER THE VEHICLE IS THOROUGHLY CH...

ODI #11052609
Exterior Lighting
09/25/2017

ALL DASH GAUGE AND NAVIGATION LIGHTS GO DARK AND UNREADABLE WHEN GOING FROM BRIGHT DAYLIGHT CONDITIONS TO SHADY CONDITIONS SUCH AS DRIVING UNDER A DARK GREY CLOUD SHELF , IN HEAVY RAIN, OR EVEN DRIVING INTO TREE SHADE. WHEN YOU ARE IN HEAVY DOWNPOUR AT 65, 70, OR 75 MPH IT CAN BE VERY PANICKY TO NOT ONLY DRIVE BUT SEE YOUR SPEED. ONLY VERY, VERY FAINT GAUGE INFO AND NAV INFO ARE DISPLAYED, SO YOU ...

ODI #11025352
Air Bags,Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Service Brakes
08/18/2017

EVERY SAFETY SYSTEM. ABS, STABILITY CONTROL, TRACTION CONTROL, AWD, AIR BAGS FAULT MESSAGES AND SERVICE LIGHTS ARE ON. VEHICLE RETURNED TO DEALER FOR REPAIR ON 7/11/2017 AND STILL AT DEALERSHIP TODAY (40 DAYS LATER) WITH NO KNOWN RESOLUTION.

ODI #11016177
Service Brakes
06/28/2017

JULY 2016 CHOSE 2016 BUICK ENVISION FOR FORWARD COLLISION ALERT AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM - APRIL 2017 GOT A LETTER FROM GM STATING "ENVISION CATALOG INADVERTENTLY STATED THAT FORWARD COLLISION ALERT AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES THE VEHICLE BRAKES. IT DOES NOT ENGAGE YOUR BRAKES." WHEN WE CONTACTED THE CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER - FOUR PEOPLE LATER - WE WERE TOLD THAT GM WAS NOT PREPARED TO ADD THE FEATUR...

ODI #11001915
Exterior Lighting
05/17/2017

2 HOURS AFTER SUNRISE OR 2 HOURS BEFORE SUNSET, IF DRIVING ON A SUNNY DAY AND DRIVE INTO TREE SHADOWS, BOTH THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE INTELLILINK SYSTEM DISPLAYS GO COMPLETELY DARK. THIS IS WITH NO EXTERNAL LIGHTS ON (WHY SHOULD THEY BE ON A BRIGHT SUNNY MORNING OR EVENING?). RETURNING TO SUNLIT STRETCHES DO NOT MAKE THE PANELS GO BRIGHT AGAIN. YOU HAVE TO TURN OFF THE IGNITION AND RESTART THE ...

ODI #10986107

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2016 Buick Envision

Has the 2016 BUICK ENVISION been recalled?

Yes, the 2016 BUICK ENVISION has 5 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.

How many complaints does the 2016 BUICK ENVISION have?

The 2016 BUICK ENVISION has 19 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

The 2016 BUICK ENVISION 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 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2016 BUICK ENVISION involve suspension (3 complaints), service brakes (2 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints). Other affected components include exterior lighting, electrical system,forward collision avoidance,lane departure, power train.

How many crash reports does the 2016 BUICK ENVISION have?

There are no crash reports associated with the 2016 BUICK ENVISION in the NHTSA database.

How many fire reports does the 2016 BUICK ENVISION have?

There are no fire reports for the 2016 BUICK ENVISION in the NHTSA database.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 BUICK ENVISION.

How many injuries are reported for the 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 BUICK ENVISION.

Should I buy a 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 BUICK ENVISION is acceptable with caveats. It has 19 complaints, 5 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 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

The components with the most failures on the 2016 BUICK ENVISION are: 1. SUSPENSION (3 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (2 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 4. EXTERIOR LIGHTING (2 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE (1 complaints). SUSPENSION is the single most-reported problem area with 3 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

Be cautious of suspension and structural issues, and ensure the lane departure and forward collision avoidance systems are functioning properly. The 2016 BUICK ENVISION has 19 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).

How reliable is the 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

The 2016 BUICK ENVISION receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 19 owner complaints, 5 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel System Delivery and Structure.

What are the known issues with the 2016 BUICK ENVISION?

Known issues with the 2016 BUICK ENVISION include: Fuel System Delivery, Structure, Lane Departure and Forward Collision Avoidance, Control Arm Bushing Connector. These are based on patterns found across 19 NHTSA complaints. 5 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.

What are the most common safety issues with the 2016 Buick Envision?

Suspension and hydraulic service brakes are the most common, followed by exterior lighting and electrical system problems.

Are there any recalls for the 2016 Buick Envision?

Yes, there are recalls for fuel system delivery, structure, and control arm bushing connector issues.

What should I do if I experience issues with my lane departure or forward collision avoidance system?

Contact your local GM dealership for immediate repair or replacement of the system.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be cautious of suspension and structural issues, and ensure the lane departure and forward collision avoidance systems are functioning properly.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2016 Buick Envision

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2016 Buick Envision. The data includes 19 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 5 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

The NHTSA has assigned the 2016 Buick Envision 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