2021 Buick Encore Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2021 Buick Encore has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (3 reports).

0Recalls
9Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2021 Buick Encore recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2021 Buick Encore.

Most common 2021 Buick Encore problems

Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine3
Power Train3
Service Brakes2
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2026-05-27, Service Brakes
Intermittent Service Brake Assist Light with very hard brake pedal and almost no breaks backing up. Have had it to several shops who said it was a turbo booster issue so scheduled service with Patriot GMC Boyertown Pa. Also intermittently has little to no power causing driving hazard suddenly especially uphill. Seems to mostly happen during rainy days.
2025-11-11, Engine
I have continuously had my check engine light pop on. I have took it in twice for them fix the issue which is the purge sensor. It did not fix the issue because the light just pops back on. This has caused issues with me passing emissions and has been an headache shortly street I obtained the vehicle.
2025-08-21, Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was firm while depressed. The contact had to slam on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that the Hill Assist message was displayed. The brake pedal was pumped several times before the brake pedal released. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the brake sensor needed to be replaced. The dealer and another dealer, Mangino Chevrolet, INC. (4447 NY-30, Amsterdam, NY 12010); were made aware of the failure, but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related
2025-07-23, Engine
Took to the dealership. They stated my flex pipe had melted and the o2 sensors are stuck in the pipe need replacement as well. They have to replace flex pipe and everything leading to the 2nd o2 sensor. They stated there was no damage or tampering to the flex pipe. This should not have happened in this new of a vehicle. This is a dangerous and costly repair that falls on a faulty flex pipe and not covered by the warranty.
2025-01-28, Power Train
Turbo Charger failed while passing a semi-trailer truck causing a severe lack of power and almost causing a head on collision with on-coming traffic. I had 3 passengers at the time. The problem has been confirmed by a independent service center and I am getting a second opinion from a dealer on 2/3. The check engine light did come on when it happened. There were no symptoms prior to failure. I have since researched the problem and found that Turbo Charger failure is the #1 issue with this make and year.

2021 Buick Encore questions

Does the 2021 Buick Encore have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2021 Buick Encore at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Buick Encore?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (3), Power Train (3), Service Brakes (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.

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