2017 Buick Envision
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
29% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY23% of complaints: service brakes — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was returning home from shopping. As I approached a stop sign, I applied the brakes and the brake pedal went completely to the floor: Fortunately, I was able to stop before entering the intersection.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231018
14% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label as necessary, free of charge. The began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 56340.
Campaign 16V516000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints and tablet holders for the correct installation, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2017.
Campaign 17V404000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17275.
Campaign 17V412000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018.
Campaign 18V358000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Buick Envision — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V516000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V404000 (equipment, seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V412000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V358000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2017 Buick Envision 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 2017 Buick Envision?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Buick Envision have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.