2010 Buick Enclave vs 2012 Buick Enclave
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Buick Enclave | 2012 Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 275 | 132 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,404 | 1,569 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,714 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 126 | 17 |
| Engine | 72 | 24 |
| Power Train | 34 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 19 |
| Structure | 12 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 21 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 34 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 29 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 0 |
| Stalling | 18 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2010 Buick Enclave
2012 Buick Enclave
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.