2018 Buick Encore vs 2019 Buick Encore
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 | 2018 Buick Encore | 2019 Buick Encore |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 74 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 897 | 666 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–30 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 20,000 mi | 36,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore | Buick Encore |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 29 | 31 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 7 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 16 | 15 |
| Stalling | 7 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
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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.