2021 Buick Encore GX vs 2022 Buick Encore GX
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 | 2021 Buick Encore GX | 2022 Buick Encore GX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 669 | 597 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 27–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore GX | Buick Encore GX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 10 | 12 |
| Engine | 15 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
2021 Buick Encore GX
2022 Buick Encore GX
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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.