2016 Buick Encore problems and complaints
Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Buick Encore. The most-reported areas: Engine (41), Fuel/Propulsion System (13), Power Train (12).
Key takeaways
- 80 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 6 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 14 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 41 | 51% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 | 16% |
| Power Train | 12 | 15% |
| Electrical System | 9 | 11% |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 | 10% |
| Air Bags | 7 | 9% |
| Steering | 5 | 6% |
| Structure | 4 | 5% |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 5% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 | 4% |
| Wheels | 3 | 4% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Buick Encore SUV FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2016 Buick Encore SUV AWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train,engine - filed 2026-10-01
Sequential powertrain and turbocharger failure on 1.4L Ecotec engine following $5,700 in prior engine repairs. Vehicle experienced sudden loss of motive power. Component is covered under GM Special Coverage/warranty. Authorized GM dealer (Mike Haggerty Buick GMC) and General Motors have engaged in warranty evasion, ref...
Structure - filed 2026-07-31
We noticed the paint bubbling on one of her doors on the car and took it to the dealership who took no accountability. Now the car is peeling in the back and we’ve also noticed the same car, same model and make on the road with the same paint peeling issues that there’s no formal recall as of yet and we are not getting...
Electrical System - filed 2026-07-13
Ignition switch getting very hot
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.