2020 Buick Envision
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 9 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 10 total reports mention: air bags.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph when the contact was struck by a semi-trailer which resulted in the side air bag not deploying.
NHTSA ODI report, 20211104
3 of 10 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing gears and gear position indication (prndl).
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I put the car into park and I exited the vehicle because I forgot to push the stop button. So I reached accross the driver's seat and push the stop button. When I did this the car began to roll back as if it was in neutral.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230907
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
2 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes.
INJURY2 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.
2 of 10 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Buick Envision — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2020 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 2020 Buick Envision?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Buick Envision have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.