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Recalls are issued for a make, model and model year. Whether the repair has already been done on one specific car is known only to its manufacturer and dealers. Check your vehicle's official status at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with a dealer.
US recalls (0)
No US recalls found for the 2023 Buick Encore.
Owner complaints (28)
Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Buick Encore (3 injuries reported). Among 7 model years of this model, it ranks #5 for the most complaints (median 34).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | |
| Unknown or other | 6 | |
| Service brakes | 5 | |
| Electrical system | 5 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | |
| Power train | 3 |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Buick Encore.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Buick Encore GX SUV FWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2023 Buick Encore GX SUV AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2023 Buick Encore version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore GX AWD 1.3 L Automatic 9-spd | 26 | 29 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Encore GX FWD 1.2 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 31 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Encore GX FWD 1.3 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 32 | 30 | $2,250 |
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings, US EPA fuel economy and Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada). Recalls updated 2026-10-30.