2019 Buick Encore engine problems
32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2019 Buick Encore — 38% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Loss of acceleration due to cracked turbo boost. I guess you need a special 2019 vin # to be included in a recall. Recall for 2017 2018 and a select few 2019 very disappointed with this big repair job that is a known problem. I'm done with Buick.”
filed Aug 8, 2026
“Car has airbag light on. The car keeps leaking which then caused damage to my spark plugs and coil pack. It then led to the O2 sensors being burned. It has been at the dealership multiple times within a 3-week time frame. The low fuel light comes on when it is on a full tank, then it begins to…”
filed May 8, 2026
“Turbo boost failed. shows recalls for this issue on 2018 and 2019 Buick Encores, but GMC states mine is not covered.”
filed Jul 29, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Encore years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Encore | 7 | 37% |
| 2018 Encore | 29 | 39% |
| 2017 Encore | 35 | 39% |
| 2016 Encore | 40 | 51% |
| 2015 Encore | 29 | 23% |
| 2014 Encore | 25 | 42% |
| 2013 Encore | 21 | 40% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Buick Encore
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.