Buick Enclave 2025

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Buick Enclave 2025

12 source-linked failure reports. Most reported: Brake system failure. Typical failure around 9 mo.

Reliability signal — · Early signal · data confidence Low

12 confirmed failure reports

Reliability summary

What is likely to go wrong, when it happens, and how expensive it can be — from source-linked failure reports. Counts are reports in our database, not a population failure rate.

Reliability signal

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12 confirmed failure reports · Early signal · Data confidence: Low

Early signal (12 confirmed reports) suggests shorter ownership before failure (typical 9 mo), but that is not enough data for a D or F grade.

Most common issue
Brake system failure
Typical first failure
9 mo
Median of confirmed reports with timing
Median repair cost
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What breaks?

Failure types

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  • Brake system failure4 · 33.3%
  • Other3 · 25%
  • Engine failure3 · 25%
  • Powertrain / transmission failure1 · 8.3%
  • Airbag / restraint failure1 · 8.3%

When does it break?

Failure timing

Months after purchase, using reports that included timing.

What does it cost?

Reported repair costs

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Median months to failure

9

Failure reports

12

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What breaks?

What breaks? · reports

Other

LANE DEPARTURE

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11695256

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while attempting to switch lanes, the blind spot indicator on the passenger’s side mirror failed to illuminate to signal a nearby vehicle or object. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four times; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The mirror was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the mirror was designed for the sensor to activate within a certain proximity, and if the vehicle or object was not within that range, the driver would not receive a signal. The contact was referred to the dealer, who confirmed that the indicator was working intermittently. The failure mileage was unknown.

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Months until failure

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Repair cost

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Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

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Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Powertrain / transmission failure

POWER TRAIN

8 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11721385

My wife's 2025 Buick Enclave with less than 10,000 miles (around 9,800) stranded us on the highway. Transmission was shuddering and felt like we were hitting rumble straps on acceleration. Then, we couldn't go over 18 mph, then it just stopped. Couldn't even pull off to the side of the road because the electronics wouldn't let the vehicle go into neutral to allow us to push it onto the shoulder. Eventually we got it off the Interstate to a residential area. When tow truck arrived, they couldn't get it into neutral and had to drag it onto the wrecker with generous amounts of WD-40. That can't be good for the vehicle. The vehicle is at Randy Wise Buick in Fenton, Michigan. We were lucky not to have been hit on the Interstate. Biggest worry is not the transmission problem but that we couldn't even push it off the roadway.

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Months until failure

8 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Airbag / restraint failure

AIR BAGS

10 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11750304

The contact owned a 2025 Buick Enclave. While the contact’s daughter was driving through an intersection on a green light at an undisclosed speed, a truck crashed into the front driver’s side of the vehicle. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. The contact and his wife and daughter were all transported for medical attention and were checked for injuries. The contact received a CT scan and was currently undergoing physical therapy and pain management injections for back and hip injuries. The contact’s wife underwent CT scans, and the daughter was awaiting an MRI result following the follow-up with the primary care physician. A Police report was filed, and the vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the crash, and the manufacturer provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 14,300.

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Months until failure

10 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Engine failure

ENGINE

7 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11712231

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - Had to do with the Transmission. Something about internal loose bolts from the factory in the torque converter that cause transmission fluid leakage and making the car undrivable. Might be related to PIP6005 or CSP N242473580) How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Not being able to take off from a stoplight could have been easily rear ended. Had it broke a came to a complete stop on the interstate, my wife and kids could have been killed from high speed impact at the rear of the vehicle could have life impacting injuries or death. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Inspected by Dealer Don Hewlett Chevrolet Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? None at all

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Months until failure

7 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Brake system failure

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

10 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11734649

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the cruise control mode became inoperable, and the vehicle unexpectedly shut off. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, messages related to the braking system, forward collision system and the ABS were displayed. Additionally, the ABS was inoperable during inclement weather, and the vehicle became unsafe to drive. The contact pulled over to the side of the road because children were also inside the vehicle. The contact’s husband then drove the vehicle to the dealer, where the failure was duplicated, and several diagnostic trouble codes were retrieved. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was a known issue and that several technical service bulletins related to the failure had been issued. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and posed a risk to the contact and other drivers. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

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Months until failure

10 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Brake system failure

SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

11 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11738785

The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system activates unexpectedly and dangerously. Incident 1 5/7/2026: While driving approximately 2 mph in a drive-thru and rounding a curve, the vehicle suddenly applied full braking without warning. The braking force was severe enough that I struck my face on the steering wheel and my child was thrown forward in a secured car seat. Incident 2 5/19/2026: While merging onto a busy road behind a semi truck, the vehicle again applied sudden hard braking after I safely merged. This caused the vehicle behind me to nearly rear-end me, creating a high-risk traffic situation. These events occurred with no obstacle or reason that would justify emergency braking. In addition, the vehicle developed a coolant leak around 20,000 miles, raising concerns about overall reliability and potential related system issues. The unexpected braking presents a serious safety hazard and increases the risk of rear-end collisions and injury. The vehicle is being brought to a dealer for inspection, but the issue is intermittent and may not be easily reproduced.

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Months until failure

11 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

Not stated

Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

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Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Other

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11676793

On 7/20/2025 the following warnings were displayed: Brake System Warning Light (BRAKE), ABS Warning Light, Lane keep Assist Light is white, Automatic Emergency Braking Disabled light stayed on, Traction Control system (TCS) electronic stability control light stays on. Messages: Auto Hold Unavailable, Service Brake Assist, Service ESC, Service Stability Control: Your vehicle may be hard to control in certain driving conditions, schedule service soon. On page 103 in the owner's manual the warning for the Brake system warning light said Driving with the warning light on can lead to a crash. Have the vehicle towed for service. I had it towed to a local GMC /Buick service department. My safety and the safety of others were put at risk if the car did not brake. Could have led to a crash. The problem has been confirmed by the dealer. They indicated the Brake Master Cylinder needs to be replaced. ( 7/28/2025 I was told it was on back order, when available is unknown) Warning lamps etc have been described above. I had just pulled into the driveway of a friend and got all the warning lights.

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Months until failure

1 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

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Extended warranty

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Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

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AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Other

CHILD SEAT

3 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11690298

The contact owns an Evenflo Safety Seat, Model Type: Revolve Extend 360 Rotational All-in-One Convertible Car Seat, Model Number: 25701756, manufactured in October 2022. The safety seat was being utilized in a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35-45 MPH, the vehicle was T-boned by another vehicle on the passenger side. The air bags did not deploy. The safety seat was located on the rear driver's side, and another safety seat was on the rear passenger's side; however, the rear passenger's side safety seat showed no visible signs of damage. There were no passengers in the safety seats. The contact stated that the rear driver's side safety seat was in rear-facing position, but after the crash, the safety seat had rotated to forward-facing and had separated from its detachable base, landing on its back. The contact sustained mild whiplash and received medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard but not yet deemed totaled. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: AQ24001 (Child Seat). The safety seat manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.

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Months until failure

3 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

Not stated

Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

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AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Brake system failure

SERVICE BRAKES,COMMUNICATION

15 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11768025

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the brakes suddenly failed with the "Brake Assist Failure" and "Service ESC" warning lights illuminated. After restarting the vehicle, the contact received a secondary message that the vehicle would be limited to 45 MPH, with an instruction to press the brake pedal very hard. The contact stated that the brake pedal felt extremely squishy and unsafe to operate because it failed to operate properly. On a separate occasion, the vehicle shut off without warning, with a very loud clicking sound coming from the vehicle. After several attempts, the vehicle was restarted, and the audio and electronics functioned as needed for minutes of driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the electrical failure, and the technicians attempted a telematics control module reprogramming. The dealer stated that the module was already updated but discovered that the module was no longer communicating, which created several issues. After restarting the module, the vehicle was temporarily repaired. The vehicle was taken back to a local dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 38,000.

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Months until failure

15 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

Not stated

Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Brake system failure

SERVICE BRAKES

10 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11729319

This happens every single day, not just today, but are two separate issues related to my brakes. 1- squealing brakes. Every single day and for several miles before they warm up. The first time I brought this issue to the attention of the dealership, they replaced the brakes, and there was no squealing for just a few days. I forced the dealership within a week to let them know, I had to bring it back in, and they said they were fine and would just squeal. To this day, I have no idea if this is safe or not, but haven’t been able to receive a message that they squeal for any specified reason, which does not ease safety concerns. 2- my app told me that I had only 18% brake pad life remaining when I was around 11k miles. I took it in and they said they just reset the sensor without fixing the brakes because they didn’t know why it was doing that - its now clear to me that this isn’t an accurate reflection of true brake life measurements and is most likely just based off of miles driven instead of a true measurement, as advertised. I love this car, but am super disappointed that my brakes are so consistently loud - it’s both embarrassing and worrisome. And to make the dealership aware and just have them reset a sensor for this completely separate concern is honestly obnoxious.

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Months until failure

10 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Engine failure

SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11718769

Car was purchased on 1/2/25 and first issue with vehicle was on 1/30/25 for check engine light. Feb 20,2025-Check engine light, car shakes, radio and dash go in and out, passenger rear window screeches. issues fixed except vibration. May 26, 2025 check engine light. rear window still making noise-fixed . Trunk gets stuck-no fix. Unaligned lane assist, car continues to shake. Sept, 26 2025-Brakes continue to make noise and now pulsate. Dealer found that pads and rotors were warped and had discoloration, and were replaced under warranty at 11,845 miles. CAR WAS IN SERVICE FROM SEPT 26-OCT 23, 2025. BRAKE NOISE STARTED 2 DAYS LATER-TEXTED ADVISOR Dec 4-Car continues to shake and brakes continue to make squealing noise. Have email from GM TAC stating "SOME noise from the brakes is a normal characteristic, especially if the brakes are cold or wet. this is a condition we have no control over as it has to deal with the environment and weather. I LIVE IN FLORIDA! CAR WAS IN SERIVCE DEC 4-DEC 26, 2025. NO RESOLUTION AGAIN Feb 6-Car leaking and overheating, passenger rear window not going down, exterior antenna cover came off, still shaking and brakes still squeaking. I WAS TOLD BRAKES ARE NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND NOTHING THE CAN DO AFTER 7,500 MILES YET THEY WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED AT 11k MILES AND I'VE VOICE CONCERN FOR MONTHS AND NOTHING WAS DONE BEFORE. AND OTHERS WERE REPLACED EVEN OVER 7,50MILES I am concerned over the safety of myself and my family with these continues brake issues.

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Months until failure

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Repair cost

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Repaired

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Manufacturer warranty

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Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

Discussion

Engine failure

ENGINE

6 months

Government / agencyIndexed Oct 9, 2026Source-linkedVerify source — NHTSA complaint #11706976

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The engine and/or powertrain system catastrophically failed while the vehicle was in motion on the freeway. The vehicle lost power, shut down, and became disabled. The vehicle is currently in the possession of the Buick dealership and is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The failure occurred while driving my husband and children in fast-moving freeway traffic. The vehicle suddenly lost power and shut down, forcing us to coast to the shoulder while traffic was moving around us. This created an extremely dangerous situation that could have resulted in a serious crash, injuries, or fatalities to my family and other motorists. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes. The Buick dealership confirmed the engine failure and advised that the vehicle needs a replacement engine. The vehicle was towed directly to the dealership following the incident and was declared inoperable. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or others? The vehicle has been inspected by an authorized Buick dealership service department. The manufacturer (GM/Buick) has been notified, and a corporate case has been opened. Were there any warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Yes. Multiple warning alerts appeared immediately before the shutdown, including critical warnings such as low oil pressure and instructions to turn the vehicle off. Moments later, the vehicle lost power completely and shut down.

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Months until failure

6 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

Not stated

Manufacturer warranty

Not stated

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Not stated

AI extraction confidence

90%

Verification status

Verified

Evidence quality

★★★★☆ (4/5)

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