2010 Buick Enclave power train problems
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2010 Buick Enclave — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I purchased a 2010 Buick Enclave from a dealer who did not disclose any major issues with the vehicle. After purchase, I began experiencing significant problems while driving, including difficulty shifting, loss of power, and unstable handling. Concerned for my safety, I took the Buick to a…”
filed Sep 3, 2025
“The contact owns a 2010 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure…”
filed Jan 19, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other Enclave years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Enclave | 3 | 8% |
| 2021 Enclave | 2 | 8% |
| 2020 Enclave | 8 | 15% |
| 2019 Enclave | 15 | 37% |
| 2018 Enclave | 15 | 23% |
| 2017 Enclave | 4 | 2% |
| 2016 Enclave | 9 | 6% |
| 2015 Enclave | 4 | 2% |
| 2014 Enclave | 21 | 7% |
| 2013 Enclave | 13 | 19% |
| 2012 Enclave | 13 | 10% |
| 2011 Enclave | 38 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2010 Buick Enclave
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.