2021 Buick Encore Gx Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Buick Encore Gx.

20202022
Complaints
55
per 10K Sold
7.6
US Sales
72,401
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2021 Buick Encore Gx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:9,000 mi
#28 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:48,375 mi
#37 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:4,466 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Buick Encore Gx.

Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,375
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,466
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Other Fuel Types:Turbo/Supercharger:Intercooler
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Sensing System: Other
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2021 Buick Encore Gx

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~139,077 vehicles.

21V440000Equipment:mechanical:accessory Scissor/screw/bottle Jack/lift:stand
~135,400 affected

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.

20V588000Brakes
~3,677 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.

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2021 Buick Encore Gx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2021 Buick Encore Gx reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2021 Buick Encore Gx has 55 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Buick Encore Gx?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 9,000 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (8 complaints, avg 48,375 mi); Brakes (7 complaints, avg 4,466 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Buick Encore Gx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 19,895 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2021 Buick Encore Gx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Buick Encore Gx include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2021 Buick Encore Gx have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 139,077 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2021 Buick Encore Gx?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Buick Encore Gx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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