NHTSA has 21 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Buick Enclave[1]. The biggest group is exterior lighting with 6 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here is how the complaints on file split up by component group.
- Exterior Lighting. 6 complaints[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe headlights that seem dim at night, lights that come on late, and a headlight assembly that quit working and cost a lot to replace.
- Brakes. 3 complaints[5]. Owners describe loud squeaking, warning messages on the dash, and one scary moment where the car would not stop while backing out of a driveway.
- Unknown Or Other. 3 complaints[6]. These reports did not fit a single named component group.
- Engine. 2 complaints[7]. Owners describe the vehicle stalling or losing power on the road and an oil warning message that sent one car to the dealer on a tow truck.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 2 complaints[8]. We do not retell these here.
- Electrical System. 2 complaints[9]. We do not retell these here.
- Seat Belts. 2 complaints[10]. Owners describe rear seat belts that would not let passengers buckle up and a driver belt cable that broke.
- Air Bags. 1 complaint[11]. This group also carries the injury reports in the data.
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2023 Enclave[12].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2023 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 536 | 6 |
| 2009 | 220 | 8 |
| 2010 | 275 | 6 |
| 2011 | 213 | 6 |
| 2012 | 132 | 6 |
| 2013 | 70 | 4 |
| 2014 | 292 | 7 |
| 2015 | 171 | 5 |
| 2016 | 141 | 4 |
| 2017 | 179 | 3 |
| 2018 | 66 | 0 |
| 2019 | 44 | 1 |
| 2020 | 60 | 6 |
| 2021 | 26 | 2 |
| 2022 | 14 | 1 |
| 2023 | 21 | 0 |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 |
| 2025 | 38 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
NHTSA's counts for the Enclave show 21 complaints and 0 recalls for 2023[12]. Among the 20 model years listed, 4 have fewer complaints than 2023 and 15 have more[12]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2008 (536)[12]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2023 Enclave?
The 2023 Buick Enclave has a fairly small complaint file so far[1]. Exterior lighting stands out as the biggest group[2]. Brakes and seat belts show up too, so they are worth a careful look at a test drive and inspection[5][10]. These are unverified owner reports to NHTSA, and one complaint can name several components. Check the recalls section on this page, since the by-year facts show the recall count for this model year[12].
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Buick Enclave?
- Exterior lighting has the largest group of complaints on file, followed by brakes[2][5]. The full list is in the problems section above[1].
- Does the 2023 Buick Enclave have any recalls?
- See the Recalls section on this page, which is built from NHTSA data. The by-year fact gives the count for this model year[12].
- How many NHTSA complaints does the 2023 Buick Enclave have?
- NHTSA lists 21 owner complaints for this model year[1].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2023 Buick Enclave?
- The fuel economy section on this page shows the EPA figures.
- How did the 2023 Buick Enclave do in crash tests?
- The safety section on this page shows the crash ratings.
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 21 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Buick Enclave (2 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 2 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for Enclave FWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 26 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the seat belts component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the air bags component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Buick Enclave model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Enclave AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ENCLAVE 4DR SUV AWD: length 204 in, width 79 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 4,614 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ENCLAVE 4DR SUV FWD: length 204 in, width 79 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 4,361 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov