2014 Buick Enclave vs 2016 Buick Enclave
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Buick Enclave | 2016 Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 291 | 140 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,565 | 1,148 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,700 mi | 47,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 204 | 110 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 7 |
| Power Train | 21 | 9 |
| Engine | 17 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 3 |
| Steering | 11 | 3 |
| Structure | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 23 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
2014 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.