2016 Buick Enclave power train problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2016 Buick Enclave — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I purchased this used 2016 Buick Enclave in July 2026. Shortly after purchase, the vehicle began repeatedly jerking and hesitating while driving. During occurrences, Traction Control/StabiliTrak warnings appeared and the vehicle experienced loss of power and difficulty accelerating normally. I…”
filed Aug 31, 2026
“Traction stabilization light comes on very frequently and vehicle loses power, step on gas and it sputters can’t get out of any one’s way, they throw parts at it and never fixes. From feedback off internet a big problem 2008-2017 enclaves”
filed Jul 8, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other Enclave years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Enclave | 3 | 8% |
| 2023 Enclave | 1 | 5% |
| 2021 Enclave | 2 | 8% |
| 2020 Enclave | 8 | 14% |
| 2019 Enclave | 16 | 38% |
| 2018 Enclave | 15 | 23% |
| 2017 Enclave | 4 | 2% |
| 2015 Enclave | 4 | 2% |
| 2014 Enclave | 21 | 7% |
| 2013 Enclave | 13 | 19% |
| 2012 Enclave | 13 | 10% |
| 2011 Enclave | 38 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Buick Enclave
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.