Worst 2017 Buick Envision Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Brakes
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Buick Envision.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 23 | 2 | 1 | 23,792 mi | |
| Brakes | 18 | 1 | — | 63,048 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | 33,385 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | 33,800 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | — | — | 3,682 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | 24,096 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Buick Envision
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~6,231 vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints would fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
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2017 Buick Envision — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Buick Envision reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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