Recalls ·2021 Buick Encore GX FWD

2021 Buick Encore GX FWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD; the most frequently affected component is equipment — stand. Owners filed 53 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 7 model years of this model in the database, 2021 ranks #2 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints53
Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Equipment — StandCampaign 21V440000 · 10 Jun 2021

Problem: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.

Risk: A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A212335470.

Service brakesCampaign 20V588000 · 24 Sep 2020

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.

Risk: If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine13 · 32%
Power train10 · 25%
Fuel/propulsion system6 · 15%
Unknown or other5 · 12%
Service brakes4 · 10%
Electrical system4 · 10%
Engine and engine cooling3 · 8%
Vehicle speed control2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

202410
202514
202616

From owner complaints

The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal to make a right turn, there was an abnormally loud popping and scrapping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. Upon exiting and inspecting the vehicle, the contact became…

Engine and engine cooling · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact's girlfriend owned a 2021 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving at 20 MPH, an abnormal, snapping sound emitted from the vehicle as the steering wheel independently shifted to the right and crashed into two parked vehicles. The contact stated that the suspension warning…

Suspension · Nov 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

2021 Buick Encore with 25000 miles. Warning message “SHIFT TO PARK” while vehicle is in park. Dealership says shifter and knob need replaced at an out of pocket cost to me of nearly one thousand dollars. GM has already settled claims for this problem with Chevrolet owners.

Unknown or other · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Evap leak detection pump failed at 78,871 miles. 2022 models and beyond are covered for this defect.

Engine · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.