2011 Buick Enclave vs 2013 Buick Enclave
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Buick Enclave | 2013 Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 212 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,475 | 1,686 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,000 mi | 53,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 41 | 12 |
| Power Train | 38 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 38 | 10 |
| Engine | 34 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 12 |
| Structure | 25 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 11 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 9 |
2011 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.