2017 Buick Envision Safety Report
2017 Buick Envision Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Buick Envision
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 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.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (79) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 4 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Service Brakes | Compare service brakes issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2020 | Compare against the 2020 Buick Envision with 10 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2022 | Check the 2022 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.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Buick Envision | 13 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Buick Envision | 19 | 5 | 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 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 22 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2017 Buick Envision Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 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.
Service Brakes
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Buick onlyElectrical System
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Buick onlyUnknown Or Other
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Buick onlyExterior Lighting
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Exterior Lighting issues Buick onlyPower Train
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Buick onlySeat Belts
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seat Belts issues Buick onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Buick Envision
Reliability Score
The 2017 Buick Envision receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 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.
Known Issues for the 2017 Buick Envision
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Buick Envision:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes Driver side front rubber brake line blew out, causing fluid leakage and brake failure. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System OBD trouble codes P0700, P2535, and U0100 indicate transmission and engine issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Liftgate Liftgate has closed unexpectedly during loading, hitting the driver in the forehead. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Shutdowns Vehicle has shut down multiple times while driving or at lower speeds, posing a safety risk. |
Medium | Common | 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 2017 Buick Envision:
Issues with brake fluid leakage and complete brake failure.
OBD trouble codes related to transmission and engine.
Randomly closing during loading.
Vehicle shutting down at various speeds.
Recall Details for the 2017 Buick Envision
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Buick Envision by NHTSA:
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.
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.
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.
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Buick Envision
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Buick Envision with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 2 involved fires. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
Driver side front rubber brake line blew out causing all fluid to leak out while my wife was driving it 2/14/2026
2017 Buick envision failed an annual smog check with OBD trouble codes: P0700; P2535; and U0100. P0700 is related to a transmission issue.
The liftgate has randomly started closing on me while I'm loading groceries at least 3 times in the past year. Every time it has hit me in the forehead with enough force to cause intense pain for several days. Otherwise, it works normally so there is no way I know to intentionally reproduce the issue. It has not been inspected because, again, it has happened like 3 times in the past year. Very pai...
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 drive (because you were driving when it occurred) and so you're unable to shift back into park to re...
The contact's friend owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was due to the sensor for the catalytic converter. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The fa...
Check engine light is on Turbo is failing, underboost code. Very unsafe on roadway due to unpredictable loss of power. The issue has been diagnosed through my local service center. I have not taken it to a dealership yet but will be next week. The issue occurred three weeks ago I believe
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact forcefully depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the message "Service Brake Assist" was displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehi...
New tires placed. Oil change next day noted oil leak on differential due to gasket. Mechanic tried to obtain gasket but system told him because my VIN was below a certain number I would need a new differential. Additionally, gasket could not be obtained. Buick knew a problem existed and changed manufacturing, hence, VIN above that certain number has no problems. What all of us below that VIN numbe...
When traveling crossing over a bridge onto a highway, my tire started to shake uncontrollably. I went to a tire shop and they found nothing. Upon traveling recently it happened again while on the highway. This issues has affected my tire pressure sensors. I was informed that this is called shudder bucking and only happens when driving at a high speed. Upon research, I was able to find out that thi...
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that after the vehicle had reached 10,000 miles driven, the transmission failed to immediately shift into drive(D) or 2nd gear while accelerating from being stationary. The check engine, speed sensor, pressure sensor, and solenoid warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the speed se...
I used the remote start on my key fob to warm up the vehicle before work. About 10 minutes later, I went to my vehicle to leave, I noticed the car was on fire. I opened the door and saw that the driver seat was on fire. I ran inside the house to get cups of water to put the fire out. Looks like the seat warmer on the driver side failed and ignited the leather seat. My life was at risk since a ...
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the windshield and the windshield shattered. The contact called the insurance company to get a list of places to repair the vehicle and provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not re...
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the driveway on a rainy evening, upon entering the vehicle the following day, the contact became aware that the sunroof had opened independently and allowed rainwater to enter the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that the sun/moon ...
October 2023 my brake on the drivers side ruptured that let to the master cylinder. Lost brake pressure and all brake fluid resulting in no braking ability at all. May 9th 2024 took my vehicle for scheduled maintenance and was told vehicle was in excellent condition. 20 days later the brake line on the passenger side ruptured leading to the master cylinder resulting brake fluid leakage and no brak...
When I am accelerating at a faster pace, always at 40 mph, my vehicle will start to shake. I have tested it several times now getting onto the interstate, it becomes an issue on the "on ramp" because I have to release the acceleration pedal and then very slowly get up to speed which causes me to not be able to get close enough to the posted speed while on the interstate which in turn causes other ...
The vacuum pump failed, causing the gear to explode, which in turn damaged the cam shaft. Yes, this is available for inspection. The brake was unable to be depressed, requiring extreme force to being able to safely stop at an area that was safe to do so. I turned the car off and it made a funny sound. When I tried to start the car, it would no longer start. The car was towed to my local aut...
I was returning home from shopping. As I approached a stop sign, I applied the brakes and the brake pedal went completely to the floor: Fortunately, I was able to stop before entering the intersection. I had the vehicle towed to a nearby Buick dealer to determine the cause of the brake failure. I was told the left front brake line had a hole in it causing total loss of brake fluid - cause unkn...
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment system failed intermittently. As a result of the failure, the contact was unable to access important safety features such as the rear camera, side view camera, and Lane Keep Assist. The EPS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure wit...
This is the second time its happened but today while I was already out my driver side seat belt will not release. No matter what I do, the seat belt will not release. Therefore I had to drive home without a seat belt, which is scary. This same exact thing happened before and I had it fixed at the dealership. I've not had any accidents or anything that would affect the seat belt.
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to immediately stop, causing the braking distance to be extended. Upon inspection, there was brake fluid leaking from the front driver’s side wheel. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the fro...
Showing 20 of 79 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Buick Envision
Has the 2017 BUICK ENVISION been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 BUICK ENVISION has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 BUICK ENVISION have?
The 2017 BUICK ENVISION has 79 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 3 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
The 2017 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 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 BUICK ENVISION involve service brakes (11 complaints), electrical system (10 complaints), unknown or other (7 complaints). Other affected components include exterior lighting, power train, seat belts.
How many crash reports does the 2017 BUICK ENVISION have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2017 BUICK ENVISION out of 79 total complaints (2.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 BUICK ENVISION have?
There are 2 fire reports for the 2017 BUICK ENVISION out of 79 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 BUICK ENVISION.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
3 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 BUICK ENVISION. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 BUICK ENVISION is acceptable with caveats. It has 79 complaints, 4 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 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 BUICK ENVISION are: 1. SERVICE BRAKES (11 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (10 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7 complaints), 4. EXTERIOR LIGHTING (5 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN (4 complaints). SERVICE BRAKES is the single most-reported problem area with 11 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
Be cautious of brake fluid leakage and electrical system issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected engine shutdowns and liftgate malfunctions. The 2017 BUICK ENVISION has 79 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
The 2017 BUICK ENVISION receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 79 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 4 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Service brakes and Electrical system.
What are the known issues with the 2017 BUICK ENVISION?
Known issues with the 2017 BUICK ENVISION include: Service brakes, Electrical system, Liftgate, Engine shutdowns. These are based on patterns found across 79 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2017 Buick Envision?
Service brake failure, electrical system problems, unexpected liftgate closure, and engine shutdowns.
Can you explain the brake failure issue?
The driver side front rubber brake line can blow out, causing all brake fluid to leak out, leading to complete brake failure.
What should I do if I experience unexpected engine shutdowns?
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional mechanic to diagnose and address the issue.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of brake fluid leakage and electrical system issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected engine shutdowns and liftgate malfunctions.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Buick Envision
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Buick Envision. The data includes 79 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 2 fire incidents, 3 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 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