2015 Buick Encore vs 2015 Ford Edge
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 | 2015 Buick Encore | 2015 Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 124 | 719 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,459 | 181 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–28 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 49,164 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore | Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 29 | 188 |
| Power Train | 11 | 118 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 76 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 52 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 76 |
| Steering | 27 | 41 |
| Structure | 5 | 51 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 20 | 49 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 42 |
| Stalling | 7 | 46 |
| Overheating | 6 | 20 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 18 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 31 |
2015 Buick Encore
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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.