2022 Buick Encore GX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2022 Buick Encore GX recalls

Most common 2022 Buick Encore GX problems

Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	13
Unknown Or Other	10
Electrical System	10
Engine	5
Fuel/Propulsion System	3
Engine And Engine Cooling	3
Wheels	2
Seats	1
Equipment	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

What owners report

2026-10-22, Unknown Or Other
I am reporting a recurring safety issue involving unexpected stalling and loss of propulsion in a 2022 Buick Encore GX. In February 2026, the dealership replaced the vehicle's transmission with a rebuilt transmission. Since then, the vehicle has continued to experience sporadic stalling and drivability failures over the past eight months. It has been brought to the dealership at least six times since February for inspection and repair. Despite these efforts, the problem continues. Most recently, on October 20, 2026, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled while my husband was driving in downtown Boston. It had to be towed to an impound facility and, after retrieval, was towed to the dealership, w

2026-10-07, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the ABS sensor was failing. The dealer stated that the failing part was Part Number: 42907268. The part was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle remained at the dealer while waiting to replace the part a third time. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

2026-09-03, Electrical System
At 15,000 miles the check engine light came on while going to a store. At the store, the vehicle was put in park and tried to shut off engine. The dash said "shift to park". Took to the dealer, was told sensor went out on transmission. They said it was the electronic controle module. They didn't think that was part of the drive train warranty. When I looked online I found many other Buick owners complained of same issue. Posting online that they are slamming shifter into park up to 20 times to get sensor to register that it is in park so they can shut vehicle off. I feel it is a known buick problem and gm doesn't know how to fix so they won't issue recall. If you can't shut the vehicle off,

2026-08-27, Equipment
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the emissions warning light illuminated and hot air was coming from the A/C unit, despite the A/C cooling setting being activated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the purge pump and an unknown part needed to be replaced, and loose bolts in the A/C caused Freon to leak. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 28,586.

2026-08-14, Electrical System
CAR BEGAN GIVING AN ALERT THAT SAID "SHIFT TO PARK" WHEN VEHICLE WAS CLEARLY IN PARK BUT CAR WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. I CALLED BUICK CUSTOMER SERVICE, THEY SAID TO TAKE IT TO A DEALERSHIP & HAVE THE PROBLEM CONFIRMED WITH THE SERVICE DEPT. & THEY WOULD OPEN A CASE FOR ME. (THEY DID NOT TELL ME NOT TO HAVE IT FIXED). I KNEW THERE WAS A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT REGARDING THIS ISSUE, YET NO RECALL AS OF YET. THE DEALERSHIP CONFIRMED THE PROBLEM (AS LISTED IN THE LAWSUIT). I HAD TO PAY $503 AFTER THEY GAVE ME A $100 GOODWILL DISCOUNT. I CALLED BUICK BACK TO EXPLAIN THAT I HAD THE CAR FIXED AT MY EXPENSE (I HAD NO CHOICE-THE CAR WOULD NOT SHUT OFF) & ASKED HOW TO GO ABOUT BEING REIMBURSED FOR A KNOWN I

2022 Buick Encore GX questions

Does the 2022 Buick Encore GX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Buick Encore GX: Emergency jack can break during use, risking vehicle collapse. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Buick Encore GX?

Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (13), Unknown Or Other (10), Electrical System (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Buick Encore GX has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.