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Buick Encore Gx problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Encore Gx from 2020 to 2026: 235 owner complaints and 9 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2020 (70), 2021 (53), 2022 (33). Best fuel economy: 31 mpg combined (2021).

Buick Encore Gx
Photo: Cutlass · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical62
Transmission & drivetrain51
Other / unknown48
Engine46
Brakes34
Fuel & propulsion19
Steering13
Speed control / throttle12

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202027031
202125331
202213330
202302830
202423230
202511530
20261430

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Buick Encore Gx?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2020 (70), 2021 (53), 2022 (33).

How many recalls has the Buick Encore Gx had?

Across 2020–2026, NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).