2010 Buick Enclave
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 275
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Steering
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
47% of complaints
Complaints per year
2010: 275 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 536 |
| 2009 | 220 |
| 2010 | 275 |
| 2011 | 212 |
| 2012 | 132 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 292 |
| 2015 | 171 |
| 2016 | 141 |
| 2017 | 179 |
| 2018 | 65 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 58 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
47% · 128 reportsMost commonly citing pump and power steering fluid.
Show complaint excerpts
Engine light came on and took into dealership for a diagnosis of issue. Was told that the timing chain had stretched and needed replaced with a cost estimate of $3000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-29
Also filed under Engine
Engine
26% · 72 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The vehicle will randomly loose power or completely shut off while driving it, no matter what speed or what condition. A warning on the dash says that power was reduced, almost like a safety or governor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-26
Power train
12% · 34 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.
Electrical system
8% · 23 reportsMost commonly citing ignition and instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
When the driver seat is moved the service air bag light comes on. When you move the seat again the light goes off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-14
Also filed under Air bags
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The contact stated that the ECM warning light had remained illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-31
Service brakes
4% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2010Complaint volume 275 complaints filed for this model year.
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2010-08-18Seat belts10V375000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet traverse, Buick Enclave, GMC acadia, and Saturn outlook vehicles. The second row seat side trim shield restricts the upward…
Remedy: Dealers will modify the second row seat side trim shields. If a safety belt buckle is damaged, dealers will replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on August 18, 2010. Owners may…
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2014-06-16Air bags14V118000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected harness connections with soldered connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2014.
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2014-07-11Seat belts14V266000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured...
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair and replace the lap pretensioner, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. An interim notice will be mailed to owners in July 2014.
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2016-11-15Structure15V415000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power liftgate actuator motor control unit so that the motor will prevent the rapid closing of the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2016.
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2019-05-28Recall queryClosed 2020-08-31 Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure
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2020-08-31Engineering analysisClosed 2024-08-30 Outboard Front Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure
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2021-05-24Air bags21V246000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021.
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2022-01-10Air bags21V782000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Buick Enclave — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 128 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 72 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 34 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V375000 · Seat belts
- Recall 14V118000 · Air bags
- Recall 14V266000 · Seat belts
- Recall 15V415000 · Structure
- Recall 21V246000 · Air bags
- Recall 21V782000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2010 Buick Enclave reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Buick Enclave is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Buick Enclave?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Buick Enclave have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.