2021 Buick Encore GX vs 2021 Kia Telluride
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Buick Encore GX | 2021 Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 52 | 362 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 674 | 95 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 3,950 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore GX | Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 62 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 63 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 41 |
| Power Train | 11 | 27 |
| Structure | 0 | 33 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 22 |
| Visibility | 0 | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 10 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 13 |
| Stalling | 0 | 19 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
2021 Buick Encore GX
2021 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.