Worst 2021 Buick Envision Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Fuel System
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Buick Envision.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | 53,000 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | 1 | — | 34,950 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Automatic System Braking | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment:Accessory:Floor Mat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Buick Envision. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2021 Buick Envision
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,025,730 vehicles.
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."
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.
Other Buick Envision Years
2021 Buick Envision — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2021 Buick Envision reliable?
What are common problems with the 2021 Buick Envision?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Buick Envision?
How safe is the 2021 Buick Envision?
Does the 2021 Buick Envision have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2021 Buick Envision?
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.
Check Your Specific 2021 Buick Envision
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99