2021 Buick Envision Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Buick Envision.

20202022
Complaints
32
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2021 Buick Envision Problems

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

#16 complaints

Fuel System

#25 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:53,000 mi
#35 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:34,950 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Buick Envision.

Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
34,950
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Automatic System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Accessory:Floor Mat
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2021 Buick Envision

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,025,730 vehicles.

22V903000Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software
~740,108 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

21V421000Air Bags:srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/light · Electrical System:software
~285,622 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

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2021 Buick Envision — FAQ

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

Is the 2021 Buick Envision reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2021 Buick Envision has 32 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Fuel System with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Buick Envision?
Top reported problems: Fuel System (6 complaints); Electrical Faults (5 complaints, avg 53,000 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints, avg 34,950 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 Envision?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,975 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 Envision?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Buick Envision include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 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 Envision have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,025,730 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 Envision?
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 Envision reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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