Is the 2014 Buick Enclave reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Buick Enclave is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Buick Enclave?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Buick Enclave have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Buick Enclave

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2014 Buick Enclave
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 292
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2014: 292 complaints

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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.

Air bags

70% · 205 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owned a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle was crashed into the driver's side front and driver's side passenger doors by another vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-03

The vehicle has issues with the air bags and seats. If you move the seat the airbag light comes on. There were open recalls and while the dealership says they are repaired, this is an ongoing issue and the fixes appear to only be temporary.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-07

Also filed under Seats

Electrical system

9% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers.

FIRE

Power train

7% · 21 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-19

The engine, power steering, stabilitrak, and reduced engine power (vehicle would essentially die while driving at random times).

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-10

Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system

Engine

6% · 17 reports

FIRE

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle's pressure increased and caused the contact's ears to hurt.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-16

Steering

4% · 11 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The Buick did a hard turn to the left, without any action of the driver, and went into an uncontrollable counterclockwise spin and hit the concrete divider.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-14

Also filed under Service brakes

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2014Complaint volume 292 complaints filed for this model year.
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2014-04-10Power train14V092000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.

Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014.

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2014-06-27Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline14V223000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through August 15, 2013.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM to correct the fuel gauge reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 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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2014-12-26Electrical system14V614000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia,...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014.

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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.

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2024-02-23Air bags23V334000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia 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. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Buick Enclave — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 205 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 27 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 21 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V092000 · Power train
Recall 14V223000 · Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline
Recall 14V266000 · Seat belts
Recall 14V614000 · Electrical system
Recall 21V246000 · Air bags
Recall 21V782000 · Air bags
Recall 23V334000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Buick Enclave reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Buick Enclave is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Buick Enclave?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Buick Enclave have?: 7 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.

2014 Buick Enclave

Complaints per year

Known problem areas

Air bags

Electrical system

Power train

Engine

Steering

Safety timeline

Buy-smart checklist

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Verify these recalls were completed

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