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US recalls (1)
Back over prevention: sensing system, camera
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, if necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 17, 2026. Another letter will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A262554900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Owner complaints (4)
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Buick Encore (1 crashes reported). Among 7 model years of this model, it ranks #7 for the most complaints (median 34).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 3 | |
| Electrical system | 1 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Buick Encore.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2026 BUICK ENCORE GX SUV N/A FWD EARLY RELEASE | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 BUICK ENCORE GX SUV N/A AWD EARLY RELEASE | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 BUICK ENCORE GX SUV N/A FWD | – | 5★ | – | 4★ |
| 2026 BUICK ENCORE GX SUV N/A AWD | – | 5★ | – | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2026 Buick Encore version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Encore GX AWD 1.3 L Automatic 9-spd | 26 | 28 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Encore GX FWD 1.3 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 31 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Encore GX FWD FFV 1.2 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 30 | 31 | 30 | $2,250 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.