2023 Buick Encore GX
Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2023: 28 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 70 |
| 2021 | 52 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
6 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
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The contact owned a 2023 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park and shifting into the Drive position, the accelerator pedal was lightly depressed when the vehicle violently accelerated forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-31
Steering
5 of 28 total reports mention: steering.
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Stabiltrack software jerking my car in a left curve. Took to dealership who seem to find nothing wrong. Reached out to GM with no response or action. Feels extremely dangerous in a left curve unless traction control and Stabilitrack is turned off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-22
Also filed under Suspension
Service brakes
5 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Our new 2023 Buick ENCORE GX's brakes continually GRAB whether we are approaching a slowed vehicle in front of us or not.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-11-14
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Electrical system
5 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Vehicle struggles to stay running in the heat with the air conditioning running. Low voltage codes pulled at dealership. When the air conditioner is running there is an awful toxic smell from the vents both with or without recycling the air.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-28
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 28 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Failure of the evaporative emission purge pump at 34,600 miles. Diagnostic code P146B (pump failure). VIN not included on the affected vehicle list but should be. Failed pump part number is 25204641 (matches affected pump part numbers).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-02
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2023 Buick Encore GX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2023 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 2023 Buick Encore GX?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Buick Encore GX have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.