2017 Buick Envision engine problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Buick Envision — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Oct 16, 2025
“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…”
filed May 21, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Envision years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Envision | 4 | 17% |
| 2022 Envision | 7 | 30% |
| 2021 Envision | 2 | 9% |
| 2019 Envision | 2 | 9% |
| 2016 Envision | 4 | 21% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Buick Envision
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.