2016 Buick Enclave vs 2016 GMC Acadia
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Buick Enclave | 2016 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 141 | 236 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,148 | 1,176 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 47,500 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 110 | 130 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 25 |
| Power Train | 10 | 21 |
| Steering | 3 | 26 |
| Engine | 9 | 13 |
| Lane Departure | 0 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 5 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2016 Buick Enclave
2016 GMC Acadia
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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.