2016 Buick Envision vs 2017 Buick Envision
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 Envision | 2017 Buick Envision |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,032 | 1,045 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 30,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Envision | Buick Envision |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 19 |
| Engine | 4 | 11 |
| Power Train | 1 | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 7 |
| Steering | 0 | 8 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2016 Buick Envision
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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.