2019 Buick Enclave vs 2019 GMC Acadia
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 | 2019 Buick Enclave | 2019 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 378 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 766 | 821 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–23 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 39,999 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 15 | 152 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 103 |
| Engine | 12 | 49 |
| Steering | 3 | 31 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 10 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 21 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 8 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 5 |
2019 Buick Enclave
2019 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.