2025 Buick Envista Safety Report

2025 Buick Envista Safety Report

23Complaints
0Recalls
87/100Reliability Score
1Crash Reports
Most reported components: Electrical System (6)Unknown Or Other (5)Engine (2)Electrical System,Exterior Lighting (1)Fuel/Propulsion System (1)Electrical System,Service Brakes,Engine (1)Steering,Service Brakes (1)Engine And Engine Cooling (1)Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance (1)Electrical System,Back Over Prevention (1)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2025 Buick Envista

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2025 Buick Envista. 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.

2025 Buick Envista Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenLow (0)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsModerate (23)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports1Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubElectrical SystemCompare electrical system issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2026Compare against the 2026 Buick Envista with 1 complaints and 0 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2024Check the 2024 Buick Envista before buying across this generation.

Buick Envista 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 Envista 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 Envista Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2026 Buick Envista 1 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2024 Buick Envista 44 1 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.

2025 Buick Envista Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2025 Buick Envista, 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.

Electrical System

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

All Electrical System issues Buick only

Unknown Or Other

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

All Unknown Or Other issues Buick only

Engine

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

All Engine issues Buick only

Electrical System,Exterior Lighting

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

All Electrical System,Exterior Lighting issues Buick only

Fuel/Propulsion System

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

All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Buick only

Electrical System,Service Brakes,Engine

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

All Electrical System,Service Brakes,Engine issues Buick only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2025 Buick Envista

The 2025 BUICK ENVISTA has accumulated 23 complaints and 0 recalls in the NHTSA database. Among the complaints, 1 involved crashes and 0 involved fires. The most frequently reported problem areas are electrical system (6 complaints), unknown or other (5 complaints), engine (2 complaints). Passenger window may malfunction while locked, and the infotainment system can freeze or become unresponsive, affecting driving safety. Check engine light may illuminate, and the infotainment system can intermittently black out, leading to potential distractions. Key known issues to be aware of include Infotainment System Malfunction, Check Engine Light, Window Malfunction. Be cautious of potential infotainment system malfunctions and check engine light issues, as they can distract the driver and affect vehicle performance.

Reliability Score

The 2025 Buick Envista receives a reliability score of 87 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.

NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2025 Buick Envista

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.

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

Known Issues for the 2025 Buick Envista

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2025 Buick Envista:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Infotainment System Malfunction
The infotainment system can freeze, become unresponsive, and black out, which can distract the driver and affect vehicle operation.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Check Engine Light
The check engine light may illuminate, indicating potential engine issues that could affect vehicle performance and safety.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Window Malfunction
Windows may malfunction while locked, posing a risk of accidental window movement and potential safety hazards.
Low Common 30k-60k miles
Rearview Camera Failure
The rearview camera may fail completely, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents.
Low 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 2025 Buick Envista:

Infotainment System 40% of complaints

The infotainment system is prone to malfunctions, including freezing and unresponsiveness.

Check Engine Light 30% of complaints

The check engine light may illuminate, indicating potential engine issues.

Windows 20% of complaints

Windows may malfunction while locked, posing a risk of accidental window movement.

Rearview Camera 10% of complaints

The rearview camera may fail completely, reducing visibility.

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2025 Buick Envista

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2025 Buick Envista with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes.

Crash Reports: 1
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting
12/31/2025

Passenger window will go down while LOCKED. Strange noise from front cabin

ODI #11708054
Electrical System
12/31/2025

Window will not go back up. Also when the windows are Locked ( Light indicator on) THEY STILL GO DOWN. My driver window was half way down and would not go back up. The Fuse was checked and Did not need to be replaced. Approximately 6 hours later window went back up.. WEIRD

ODI #11708053
Electrical System
12/26/2025

The vehicle’s infotainment/display screen (center touchscreen system) malfunctions. The screen flickers, freezes, becomes unresponsive, and frequently fails to connect. The malfunction creates a safety concern because the screen controls critical functions such as navigation, rear-view camera display, Bluetooth/phone connectivity, and vehicle settings. When the screen freezes or flickers, I am un...

ODI #11707154
Fuel/Propulsion System
11/21/2025

On August 13, 2025, I purchased the 2025 Buick Envista from DeMontrond in Houston, Texas, for $31,000.00, with a down payment of $12,000. The car is a gift to my grandson who recently graduated from college and starting a job at the Emory University Hospital. On September 6, 2025, the car had to be taken to be repaired due to a “fuel filler pipe leaking”. I didn’t expect that a brand-new car would...

ODI #11700774
Electrical System
11/20/2025

The infotainment system blacks out intermittently. The speakers will go out along with the infotainment. This has happened on several occasions I have pictures that are dated and time stamped. All the lights on the infotainment went out to include the odometer as I was operating the vehicle. I first thought the vehicle cut off then moments later the infotainment turns on and the speakers and odome...

ODI #11700691
Unknown Or Other
11/18/2025

Window shattered over night

ODI #11700021
Electrical System,Service Brakes,Engine
09/16/2025

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. While driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle jerked abnormally before coming to a complete stop. The failure also occurred while attempting to accelerate after stopping at a stop light or a stop sign. The were abnormal grinding sounds intermittently co...

ODI #11687514
Steering,Service Brakes
09/15/2025

ON [XXX], (SUNDAY) AFTER DRIVING TO AN EAST LANSING, MI RESTAURANT & SPENDING 1-1/2 HOURS EATING BREAKFAST, I TURNED MY CAR ON AT ABOUT [XXX], AND RECEIVED AN ERROR MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD THAT THE POWER STEERING WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. I TRIED BACKING UP, THEN DRIVING FORWARD 3-4 TIMES & THE ISSUE WAS CONFIRMED. I ALSO TURNED THE CAR OFF & ON SEVERAL TIMES WITH THE SAME ERROR MESSAGE APPEARING. ...

ODI #11687314
Engine And Engine Cooling
09/10/2025

See attached document for complaint.

ODI #11686372
Electrical System
07/31/2025

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that the infotainment center and instrument panel were intermittently inoperable, while driving at various speeds or while idling. The contact had to turn off and restart the vehicle several times for the systems to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer three times. The first time the vehicle was taken to the dealer, the de...

ODI #11677439
Unknown Or Other
07/27/2025

Only had car since March and already had 2 issues. First, I had a check engine light in early May and took it to the shop and the problem was identified as a cracked fuel pipe. Had to wait almost 3 weeks for the park to finally get delivered to the dealership and was able to get fixed on 6/12/25. Then on 7/17/25 check engine light came on again. According to the Buick app, it was coming from my e...

ODI #11676511
Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance
Crash 07/22/2025

Vehicle: 2025 Buick Envista Incident Date: July 19, 2025 I purchased a brand-new 2025 Buick Envista in June, 2025 and owned it for just over a month when the brakes suddenly and completely failed while I was driving on the highway. As I exited the ramp and attempted to slow down, the brake pedal went soft and unresponsive. I had no ability to stop my vehicle, and in a moment of panic, I swerved i...

ODI #11675250
Unknown Or Other
07/21/2025

Vehicle: 2025 Buick Envista Sport Touring Mileage: Under 5,082 miles Issue: Rear side window trim detachment I am reporting a rear window trim detachment that occurred after my 2025 Buick Envista Sport Touring went through a brushless automatic car wash. The driver-side rear window trim completely detached, and the passenger side is now partially detached. The detached piece was found inside the ...

ODI #11674929
Electrical System,Back Over Prevention
07/15/2025

I have not yet taken it to be checked. I will soon. The rearview camera has gone out completely, it still beeps if I am too close to something. Sometimes the infotainment screen does like a crossover screen malfunction type of issue. This put myself and others at risk because I rely on the camera and although it beeps, I still would not be able to see what is behind me. There was nothing the warne...

ODI #11673551
Unknown Or Other
05/28/2025

Vehicle Make/Model/Year: 2025 Buick Avenir Component/System Involved: Infotainment Center & Display Gauge Cluster The infotainment center and digital display gauge cluster on my 2025 Buick Avenir intermittently black out either while driving or during vehicle startup. This failure causes both screens to go completely dark and remain unresponsive for several seconds before turning back on. Yes, my...

ODI #11663568
Electrical System
05/16/2025

When driving my whole dashboard including the radio goes black. I brought the car in December 2024 and the first time it happened I thought I was tripping and said if it happened again I was going report it. Well yesterday it went black on me twice in one day two different times and that is scary because I was on the highway and didn’t know what was going on. This is a brand new car in it should n...

ODI #11661382
Engine
04/29/2025

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed downhill, the vehicle started to shake abnormally. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle remained with the local dealer. The manufacturer was not made...

ODI #11657551
Electrical System
04/21/2025

While driving the information system screen that shows the speedometer, fuel center, radio, and displays go completely black and stay off for 30 seconds. They will restart and come back on. It will then stay on and then continue to flash on and off throughout driving. This poses a risk because I am not able to see any speedometer, see anything such as the distance between vehicles that show for sa...

ODI #11655774
Visibility,Back Over Prevention,Communication
01/14/2025

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH in snowy weather and attempting to clear the windshield, the windshield washer fluid failed to spray properly. The front crash assist indicator to verify that the system has activated failed to illuminate intermittently. The blind spot indicator failed to illuminate on the side mirrors while other veh...

ODI #11635880
Engine
12/31/2024

I purchased the vehicle on 12/21/24, and I now have a check engine light with a code related to "The Engine and Transmission System is not performing as expected. An issue has been detected in the Fuel Management System used to maintain, control, and monitor fuel consumption." I am not sure if my safety is at risk as the service center cannot currently schedule a service appointment to confirm th...

ODI #11633375

Showing 20 of 23 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 Buick Envista

TSBs are manufacturer-acknowledged issues with recommended fixes. Unlike recalls, TSB repairs are not always free.

Unknown Or Other, Structure:Body 20250130

This warranty administration service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.

Engine 20250130

This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.

Electrical System, Wheels, Service Brakes, Engine, Visibility/Wiper 20250131

This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.

Electrical System, Unknown Or Other 20250128

This service bulletin provides information to inform dealership personnel about Law Enforcement and Government vehicles that request to disable or enable content.

Structure:Body, Vehicle Speed Control 20250131

This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.

Exterior Lighting 20250127

This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.

Engine 20250124

This engineering information (EI) closure ends the need for gathering further information from technicians in regard to the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated on the Driver Information Center (DIC).

Unknown Or Other 20250122

This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the repair directions should they encounter DTC P0442.

Unknown Or Other 20250122

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer the location of the rear child seat latch anchor locations.

Steering, Electrical System, Structure:Body, Seats, Engine 20250116

This informational bulletin provides a guide on how to diagnose and test for vibrations utilizing the PicoScope.

Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine, Electrical System 20250111

This engineering information (EI) is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regard to he Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated on the Driver Information Center (DIC).

Power Train, Electrical System, Engine 20250109

This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.

Unknown Or Other 20250116

This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the normal operation of the heated steering wheel during a remote start event.

Unknown Or Other 20250104

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

Electrical System 20250107

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

Engine, Electrical System 20241213

This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to he Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated on the Driver Information Center (DIC).

Unknown Or Other 20241214

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Labor Operations for Limited Production Option (LPO) Calibrated Accessories.

Unknown Or Other 20241214

This warranty bulletin provides information on Customer Concern Not Duplicated (CCND) Labor Operation Numbers.

Unknown Or Other 20241214

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S. Only).

Electrical System 20241206

This service bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode Feature, also known as Logistics mode, which is used to increase the 12V Battery stand time of the vehicle during transit and or long period of stand time at the dealerships.

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2025 Buick Envista

Has the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA been recalled?

No, the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA has no recalls on record with NHTSA as of our latest data update.

How many complaints does the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA have?

The 2025 BUICK ENVISTA has 23 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

The 2025 BUICK ENVISTA does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA involve electrical system (6 complaints), unknown or other (5 complaints), engine (2 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system,exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system, electrical system,service brakes,engine.

How many crash reports does the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA have?

There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA out of 23 total complaints (4.3% of complaints involved crashes).

How many fire reports does the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA have?

There are no fire reports for the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA in the NHTSA database.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA.

How many injuries are reported for the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA.

Should I buy a 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 23 complaints, 0 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.

What components fail most on the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

The components with the most failures on the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (6 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5 complaints), 3. ENGINE (2 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING (1 complaints), 5. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 6 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

Be cautious of potential infotainment system malfunctions and check engine light issues, as they can distract the driver and affect vehicle performance. The 2025 BUICK ENVISTA has 23 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record.

How reliable is the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

The 2025 BUICK ENVISTA receives a reliability score of 87/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 23 owner complaints, 0 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Infotainment System Malfunction and Check Engine Light.

What are the known issues with the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA?

Known issues with the 2025 BUICK ENVISTA include: Infotainment System Malfunction, Check Engine Light, Window Malfunction, Rearview Camera Failure. These are based on patterns found across 23 NHTSA complaints.

What are the most common issues with the 2025 Buick Envista?

The most common issues are infotainment system malfunctions and check engine light illumination.

Can the infotainment system cause distractions while driving?

Yes, the infotainment system can freeze, become unresponsive, or black out, which can distract the driver.

What should I do if I experience a check engine light?

Take the vehicle to a mechanic to diagnose and address any potential engine issues.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential infotainment system malfunctions and check engine light issues, as they can distract the driver and affect vehicle performance.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2025 Buick Envista

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2025 Buick Envista. The data includes 23 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 0 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

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