2016 Buick Enclave vs 2018 Buick Enclave
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Buick Enclave | 2018 Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 140 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,148 | 1,026 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 47,500 mi | 25,793 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 110 | 2 |
| Power Train | 9 | 15 |
| Engine | 8 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 4 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
2016 Buick Enclave
2018 Buick Enclave
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.