2012 Buick Enclave vs 2013 Buick Enclave
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Buick Enclave | 2013 Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 132 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,571 | 1,687 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 53,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 24 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 12 |
| Steering | 17 | 12 |
| Structure | 24 | 2 |
| Power Train | 13 | 13 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 6 |
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.