CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Buick Encore has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (30 reports).
2015 Buick Encore recalls
Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash
Some vehicles may not have received the complete software update from an earlier air bag recall.
Front airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash
Certain 2014 Buick, Chevrolet vehicles have a software issue in the air bag sensing and diagnostic module.
Missing rim size on tire label may lead to wrong wheels
Some 2015 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax vehicles have a tire placard that leaves out the rim size for the front and rear wheels.
Steering Assist Can Suddenly Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2015 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax vehicles built in a narrow range of late 2014 to early 2015 may have a steering column assembly housing that contacts the power steering circuit board.
Most common 2015 Buick Encore problems
Problem areas named in the 124 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Engine | 29 |
| Steering | 27 |
| Service Brakes | 20 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 15 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 |
What owners report
Weber road auto service replaced the engine using county PRC and out-of-pocket funds, and the newly installed used engine has an active engine oil cooler leak, creating an immediate vehicle fire and sudden engine stalling hazard. Also thereâs a leak at the ac compressor, condenser and coupler valves. This was discovered by Buckeye Auto Service. No repairs have been made as first shop keeps brushing me off.
The turbo in my vehicle has a check engine light come on and than the engine does no act right. The repair shop that looked at car stated that the manufacture knows this is a known issue and they have not made a recall as several cars my year range has this going on. If this is a known issue why is there no recall. I worked had for my car and I can not afford the repair of a know issues with the turbo as it cost a lot and I should not have to cover this as it is apparent this is a manufacture defect that is known. It puts me as risk as the car is not preforming properly and it jumps and does not go properly when it has the issue arise. I will get hit for not going after I come to a stop and
Transmission wouldn't shift out of 2nd gear and wouldnt shift into reverse. Has no power steering or power brakes
The seatbelt systems light has come on in my 2015 Buick Encore.
The contact owns a 2015 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating. The contact became aware of oil underneath the vehicle on the driveway, resulting in a complete loss of power. The vehicle leaked oil and lost the vehicle lost power twice. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and determined that the mass air flow sensor had failed. The MAF sensor was replaced twice, the Oxygen sensors were replaced three times, and the turbocharger was replaced once. The failures persisted. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2015 Buick Encore questions
Does the 2015 Buick Encore have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2015 Buick Encore: Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash; Front airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash; Missing rim size on tire label may lead to wrong wheels; Steering Assist Can Suddenly Fail, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Buick Encore?
Based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (30), Engine (29), Steering (27).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Buick Encore 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.