2018 Buick Cascada

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2018 Buick Cascada
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:22:16.723Z

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Cascada Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2016: 21 complaints 2016 2017: 15 complaints 2017 2018: 11 complaints 2018 2019: 5 complaints 2019
2018: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
201621
201715
201811
20195

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

4 of 11 total reports mention: engine.

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Camshaft cover recall on exact model car for different year model, recall doesn’t cover this years model, however, I have the same issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250903

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure.

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BOTH QUARTER PANELS HAVE AT 25 ROCK CHIPS. THE FRONT WHEEL STICKS OUT AND IS FLICKING THE ROCK BACK TO THE QUARTER PANELS WHICH STICKS EVEN FURTHER OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200224

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 11 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact rented a 2018 Buick Cascada.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210623

POWER TRAIN

1 of 11 total reports mentions: power train.

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Chirping sound from under hood took to GM dealer, they changed the belt and transitioned and was still chirping. Now say it is pvc/camshaft cover.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250711

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Buick Cascada — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2018 Buick Cascada reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Buick Cascada?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Buick Cascada have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.