2023 Buick Envision
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
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2023: 26 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing sensors and instrument cluster/panel.
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The battery repeatedly discharged and became flat when the vehicle was left unused for several days.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-05
The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, the park assist sensor had not been installed in the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-13
The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle failed to restart.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-18
Service brakes
6 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
5 of 26 total reports mention: power train.
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The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at 67 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly jerked and then lost motive power without warning lights being illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-10
On July 23, 2026, the transmission failed. I was driving for a weekend getaway (4.5 hrs from my home) and the transmission jerked extremely hard three times and I lost control of the car. I was driving through the mountains at 8pm.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-04
The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the vehicle launched forward without warning, causing the vehicle to drive over the curb.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-28
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Engine
4 of 26 total reports mention: engine.
Back over prevention
4 of 26 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing warnings and rearview system braking.
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Tracking number 11539621
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-06
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-01-23Exterior lighting22V903000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Buick Envision — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V903000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2023 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 2023 Buick Envision?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Buick Envision 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.