2022 Buick Encore GX
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 32
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 32 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 70 |
| 2021 | 52 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
41% · 13 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the gear shifter was shifted into park(P); however, the âShift to Parkâ message was displayed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-13
Electrical system
31% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I am reporting a recurring safety issue involving unexpected stalling and loss of propulsion in a 2022 Buick Encore GX. In February 2026, the dealership replaced the vehicle's transmission with a rebuilt transmission.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-22
Car began giving an alert that said "Shift to park" When vehicle was clearly in park but car would not shut off. I called Buick customer service, they said to take it to a dealership & have the problem confirmed with the service dept.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-14
6/4/26 Took to dealer and stated that the check engine light was on and car was running sluggish. Had stopped at Autozone and their scan showed the code P0102. The dealer charged me 259.00 to do a diagnostic showing the same thing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15
Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system
Engine
16% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Engine Yes my safety and others were at risk.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-30
Fuel/propulsion system
9% · 3 reportsShow complaint excerpts
We where lucky compared to the other lady who wrote in this problem area. We where parked in a parking lot, ran in store to get item, left car running for wife to listen to radio and stay warm.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-14
Purchased my 2022 Buick Encore GX from Alexander Buick, Oxnard CA. on July 14th, 2022. On August 4th, 2022 (3 weeks and 273 miles later) was driving in the fast lane of major freeway 101 in Southern Ca.. Without any warning the car died.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-08
Wheels
6% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing hubcap/cover.
Show complaint excerpts
Within first couple months of ownership we had a wheel insert come off. We had it replaced at dealer Dec 2022 and noted it was two small bolts holding on the insert to actual wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-14
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-07-29Equipment21V440000 General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Buick Encore GX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V440000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Buick Encore GX 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 2022 Buick Encore GX?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Buick Encore GX have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.