https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Buick Encore GX. en-us Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:37:41 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2177792 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT 2020 Buick Encore GX; pulling out of a service station, my check engine light illuminated, and message on cluster stated: Engine Power Reduced. I loss throttle response for accelerating. Accelerator pedal was pushed to the floor and no acceleration. Vehicle entered limp mode. Drove 15 miles from service station to my home, in limp mode, unable to accelerate. Called a technician mechanic who check https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2177793 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT 2020 Buick Encore GX; pulling out of a service station, my check engine light illuminated, and message on cluster stated: Engine Power Reduced. I loss throttle response for accelerating. Accelerator pedal was pushed to the floor and no acceleration. Vehicle entered limp mode. Drove 15 miles from service station to my home, in limp mode, unable to accelerate. Called a technician mechanic who check https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2175647 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2023 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle bounced to the left and the right, and the steering wheel pulled to the left or the right, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired; however, after a test drive, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle operated as int https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2175773 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT When starting from a traffic light after the green light, the car made mechanical noises and would not accelerate above approximately 25 mph. It seemed obvious at the time that the transmission had failed, which was later confirmed after being towed to the dealership. There were no warning lamps or messages displayed; however, during the previous days, there were a few instances when the transmi https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2170782 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that during a routine oil change at the local dealer, the contact informed the dealer that while in the park or shifting to park, the engine was shutting off unexpectedly. The message to “Shift to Park” was displayed and the vehicle was difficult to turn off. The contact wiggled the ignition to shut off the vehicle. There were no warning https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2170783 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that during a routine oil change at the local dealer, the contact informed the dealer that while in the park or shifting to park, the engine was shutting off unexpectedly. The message to “Shift to Park” was displayed and the vehicle was difficult to turn off. The contact wiggled the ignition to shut off the vehicle. There were no warning https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2169344 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT When I go 63 miles an hour the car starts chugging and my dealership changed the transmission fluid. I drove it home today and it still chugging. They called me and said they took a 2026 Buick encore and did the same thing but will not help me. They told me it’s a daily occurrence in the vehicle. It shouldn’t be chugging going up hills at 63 miles an hour. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2169345 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT When I go 63 miles an hour the car starts chugging and my dealership changed the transmission fluid. I drove it home today and it still chugging. They called me and said they took a 2026 Buick encore and did the same thing but will not help me. They told me it’s a daily occurrence in the vehicle. It shouldn’t be chugging going up hills at 63 miles an hour. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2168812 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Component: Federal Safety Certification Label (49 CFR Part 567). Available for inspection. Summary: Vehicle was manufactured and sold brand new without the mandatory Federal Safety Certification Label. The omission was discovered during a professional trade-in inspection when the representative showed me where the label was supposed to be, but was missing from the car. The vehicle is currently no https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2165866 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The information screen has gone totally black and calls are cutting in and out. In my research I've seen there was a recall for this issue on this year and model but, it does not show for my particular vehicle. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2165589 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT When trying to park/shut off, the vehicle gives ‘shift to park’ error message upon shifting to park and won’t shut off or when starting will give ‘shift to park’ error message and not start. This seems to be a common issue with this vehicle model…we could really use a recall https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2165590 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT When trying to park/shut off, the vehicle gives ‘shift to park’ error message upon shifting to park and won’t shut off or when starting will give ‘shift to park’ error message and not start. This seems to be a common issue with this vehicle model…we could really use a recall https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2163942 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2025 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the gas pump nozzle was difficult to remove from the fuel filler neck when the vehicle was done refueling. The contact stated that there was one fueling station that he avoided due to the spring that was wrapped around the nozzle. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer and was advised that th https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2163237 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Trying to understand why a recall was not done on an engine issue on this car and instead GMC chose to send out 2 letters in 2024 detailing the problem that "might" happen with the engine losing power while driving and for owners to "carry" the letters in the glove compartment of the vehicle so the dealership could be aware of the issue. You were told to not bring the car to be serviced unless th https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2163238 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Trying to understand why a recall was not done on an engine issue on this car and instead GMC chose to send out 2 letters in 2024 detailing the problem that "might" happen with the engine losing power while driving and for owners to "carry" the letters in the glove compartment of the vehicle so the dealership could be aware of the issue. You were told to not bring the car to be serviced unless th https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2162632 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Brake System Control Module Replacement - The brake system control module needs replacement due to a fault detected with 10 volts on terminal 1. Replacing this component can help maintain proper functionality of the brake system and ensure consistent performance. Why would this all of a sudden be faulty after almost 5 years? https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2161098 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The bolts connecting sections of the exhaust system broke off at 18 months. The bolts are not separate pieces. they are part of one side of the exhaust so you have to replace an entire section the the exhaust https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2160623 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle has a safety-related defect involving the safety restraint system. A warning message/light appears indicating a malfunction affecting occupant protection. This defect raises concerns regarding proper airbag and restraint operation in the event of a crash. I presented the vehicle for warranty service, but the manufacturer refused to diagnose or repair the safety defect solely because t https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2160624 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle has a safety-related defect involving the safety restraint system. A warning message/light appears indicating a malfunction affecting occupant protection. This defect raises concerns regarding proper airbag and restraint operation in the event of a crash. I presented the vehicle for warranty service, but the manufacturer refused to diagnose or repair the safety defect solely because t https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2156732 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal to make a right turn, there was an abnormally loud popping and scrapping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. Upon exiting and inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the exhaust manifold had detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was driv https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2156443 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the power steering and brakes were difficult to operate. The contact coasted to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the message "Battery in Safe Mode" was displayed. The co https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2151902 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT SHIFT INTO PARK WARNING WHEN CAR IS IN PARK https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2151903 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT SHIFT INTO PARK WARNING WHEN CAR IS IN PARK https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2150446 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle was started and started misfiring and then shut off, no check engine lights came on. Tried to restart the car and it continued to misfire but eventually stopped. Car also misfires sometimes after refueling. Car was taken to dealership to be looked at and there were no findings of any issues, they suggested it was bad gas. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2150447 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle was started and started misfiring and then shut off, no check engine lights came on. Tried to restart the car and it continued to misfire but eventually stopped. Car also misfires sometimes after refueling. Car was taken to dealership to be looked at and there were no findings of any issues, they suggested it was bad gas. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2147888 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT The shifter assembly failed. When shifting to Park, a "Shift to Park" message appears on the driver information center. Although the shift lever is in the Park position, it is not recognized, and the car cannot be turned off or locked. The selling dealership inspected and confirmed the failure, which first appeared at about 21,000 miles (2023 model). The solution was to replace the shifter ass https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2147693 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT 2021 Buick Encore with 25000 miles. Warning message “SHIFT TO PARK” while vehicle is in park. Dealership says shifter and knob need replaced at an out of pocket cost to me of nearly one thousand dollars. GM has already settled claims for this problem with Chevrolet owners. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2147363 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT On the morning of 11/01/2025, the vehicle was in volved in a fire. The cause of the fire is uncertain so the insurance company is investigating it and asked I report it to the NHTSA. https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2146896 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to exceed 35 MPH and made an abnormal loud sound that became louder as the contact continued driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was test-driven, and the contact was informed that there was an exhaust leak. The dealer advised the https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx https://plaincars.com/make/buick-encore-gx#complaint-2146671 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT door locks don't work. This is the second time in less than a year. Last time it took Buick 28 days to fix. Vehicle wont lock while driving or when parked. No warning. The dealer has had the vehicle since 10-20-25.