2018 Buick Enclave vs 2018 GMC Acadia
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Buick Enclave | 2018 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 389 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,026 | 1,068 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,793 mi | 32,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 15 | 162 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 108 |
| Engine | 13 | 32 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 21 |
| Steering | 2 | 24 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 7 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 5 |
2018 Buick Enclave
2018 GMC Acadia
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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.