2019 Buick Encore problems and complaints

Owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Buick Encore. The most-reported areas: Engine (33), Fuel/Propulsion System (12), Unknown Or Other (12).

Key takeaways

  • 88 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
  • 9 involve a crash, 2 a fire, 10 reported injuries.
  • Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
Complaints by component
ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine3338%
Fuel/Propulsion System1214%
Unknown Or Other1214%
Air Bags1113%
Power Train1011%
Electrical System1011%
Service Brakes89%
Engine And Engine Cooling78%
Vehicle Speed Control78%
Exterior Lighting56%
Suspension45%
Tires33%

One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

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NHTSA 5-Star crash ratings
VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
2019 Buick Encore SUV AWD5/55/55/54/5
2019 Buick Encore SUV FWD5/55/55/54/5

Latest complaints, as filed

Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.

Engine And Engine Cooling - filed 2026-10-19

The contact owns a 2019 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the vehicle hesitated to start after multiple attempts. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where it was purchased, and the mechanic rep...

Wheels - filed 2026-10-11

Front driver and passanger tire hubs made a warble sound. Took to a good year auto shop for inspection and the driver tire disconnected from the hub. Was informed this is NOT a normal wear and tear issue given the year and mileage of the vehicle, and to report it immediately. There were no warning lights just sounds re...

Power Train,engine - filed 2026-09-19

Car erupted into flames while I was driving on expressway fire started in engine bay I have police report

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More for the 2019 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.