2020 Buick Encore GX vs 2020 Kia Telluride
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Buick Encore GX | 2020 Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 66 | 744 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 633 | 145 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 7,025 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore GX | Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 182 |
| Engine | 12 | 136 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 135 |
| Power Train | 16 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 57 |
| Structure | 1 | 52 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 13 |
| Suspension | 0 | 31 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 11 | 33 |
| Stalling | 5 | 45 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 61 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 35 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
2020 Buick Encore GX
2020 Kia Telluride
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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.