2021 Buick Enclave
Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 26 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
7 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Eboost intermittent. Loss of brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-01
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
I have a 2021 Buick Enclave Premium purchased 01.03.2021from Alden Buick-GMC been having problems with my brakes when I apply my brakes I have a brake noise grinding growling noise coming from the brakes. Took vehicle to dealership today 06.01.2021.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-01
When I drive my Buick Enclave after it sits for any length of time, if I apply the brakes, I have a loud grinding type sound and I notice the noise continues as I do my shopping and it does not always go away.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-05
Electrical system
6 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
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The rear switch on our tailgate has failed and it allows the tailgate to open/close randomly on its own while the vehicle is locked even.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-24
Also filed under Structure
Structure
3 of 26 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Seat belts
3 of 26 total reports mention: seat belts.
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The contact owns a 2021 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the contact and her daughter inside the vehicle, her daughter's seat belt became extremely tight.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-28
Passenger seat belt doesn't always work. Has to click several times
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-20
Power train
2 of 26 total reports mention: power train.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-07-29Air bags21V472000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave vehicles. During service by dealers, certain vehicles may have received incorrect air bag calibration software that may affect frontal airbag deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
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2022-04-29Air bags22V210000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Buick Enclave — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V472000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V210000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2021 Buick Enclave 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 2021 Buick Enclave?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Buick Enclave have?
- 2 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.