Is the 2017 Buick Enclave reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Buick Enclave is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Enclave?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 81% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Buick Enclave have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Buick Enclave

● Typical for this model

2017 Buick Enclave
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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: 179
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2017: 179 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2008	536
2009	220
2010	275
2011	213
2012	132
2013	69
2014	292
2015	171
2016	141
2017	179
2018	66
2019	44
2020	60
2021	26
2022	14
2023	21
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

81% · 145 reports

Most commonly citing inflator module.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. While driving 25 MPH and making a left turn, another vehicle pulled out and crashed into the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the driver's side seat belt failed to lock.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-03-02

Also filed under Seat belts

The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-06

There is a recall and parts are unavailable (backordered). I contacted the dealer and confirmed parts are unavailable. My safety and safety of my family is at risk and would like to know what can be done until the part is available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-06

Electrical system

4% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and 12v/24v/48v battery.

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The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The door locks independently latched and unlatched.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-06

Also filed under Vehicle speed control and latches/locks/linkages

Vehicle speed control

3% · 5 reports

Engine

3% · 5 reports

Seat belts

2% · 4 reports

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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

2017 Buick Enclave — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 145 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 21V246000 · Air bags
Recall 21V782000 · Air bags
Recall 23V334000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Buick Enclave reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Buick Enclave is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Enclave?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 81% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Buick Enclave have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.