2018 Buick Encore problems and complaints
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Buick Encore. The most-reported areas: Engine (30), Service Brakes (11), Power Train (10).
Key takeaways
- 75 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 10 involve a crash, 0 a fire, 9 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30 | 40% |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 15% |
| Power Train | 10 | 13% |
| Air Bags | 10 | 13% |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 | 13% |
| Electrical System | 9 | 12% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | 8% |
| Steering | 6 | 8% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 7% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
Parts for the 2018 Buick Encore
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- Battery
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
- Headlight bulb
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Buick Encore SUV FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2018 Buick Encore SUV AWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Engine And Engine Cooling,engine - filed 2026-11-02
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle ran rough and sputtered. The check engine warning light failed to illuminate following a deep cleaning service. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and repair. The dealer identified software failures associated with ...
Engine,fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2026-08-02
Not long after I purchased my car, i noticed it was lacking power during takeoff and when driving uphill which forced my car to hit very high RPMs during normal use. There was also a P0299 code that appeared then disappeared frequently. I discovered a turbo special coverage N232395330 and took it to Williams GMC in Cha...
Engine - filed 2026-07-31
General Motors issued a Special Policy N202299080 covering 2014 Buick Encores. My 2018 Encore had the same issues and symptoms as this Policy. My concern is because of this known problem the crankcase can be pressurized causing oil leaks which could cause a fire. General Motors issued a Service Information Bulletin 19-...
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More for the 2018 Buick Encore
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.