2024 Buick Envista
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 |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 51 |
| 2025 | 29 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
53% of complaints: electrical system — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
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It was in the shop 9/19/24 for the screen going blank while driving causing a safety concern as was unable to tell how fast was going, screen slowly came back on and they found had internal fault and replaced telematics control module.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260814
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
16% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I filed and submitted my paragraph yesterday and have not heard a word. My son was in the back seat when it happened and he is extremely traumatized in getting back into a vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251216
Also filed under STRUCTURE
My wife was driving down the street. Car made a noise so she pulled over. There was smoke coming from under hood. Opened the hood. saw fire and called fire department
NHTSA ODI report, 20241212
12% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles.
Remedy: The VCU software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023.
Campaign 23V744000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Buick Envista — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V744000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2024 Buick Envista 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 2024 Buick Envista?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Buick Envista have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.