NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Buick Enclave[1]. None of them mention a crash, a fire or an injury[1].
Most reported problems
The complaint file is very small for this model year, so treat it as an early signal only.
- Engine. 1 complaint names the engine group[4]. In the story we read, the vehicle shut off on an interstate at highway speed, and then showed warning messages after a restart.
- Power Train. 1 complaint names the power train group[5]. It is the same story as the engine report, since one complaint can name several groups.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 1 complaint names the fuel/propulsion system group[6]. Again it is the same report, tagged under another group.
- Brakes. 1 complaint names the brakes group[7]. The owner describes a sudden loss of braking while driving with children on board in a rental vehicle.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2026 Enclave is necessarily included.
- Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual (26V114), February 2026. About 5,861 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[8]
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
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2026 Buick Enclave with 2.5L 4-cylinder[12] | 328 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENCLAVE 4DR SUV[13] | 207 in | 80 in | 71 in | 121 in | 4,733 lb |
How 2026 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 2 complaints and 1 recalls for 2026[2]. Among the 20 model years listed, 1 have fewer complaints than 2026 and 18 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2008 (536)[2]. 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 2026 Enclave?
With only 2 complaints on file, there is not enough here to call the 2026 Enclave reliable or unreliable[1]. The reports are unverified and counts are not adjusted for sales. The stories we read describe serious moments, so they are worth a look before you buy. Check the recalls section on this page, since the by-year facts show 1 recall for 2026[2]. A test drive and a dealer check of open recalls are sensible steps.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common 2026 Buick Enclave problems?
- NHTSA has 2 complaints on file[1]. They touch the engine, power train, fuel/propulsion system and brakes groups[4][5][6][7]. See the problems section above for the stories.
- Has the 2026 Buick Enclave been recalled?
- The by-year facts show 1 recall for 2026[2]. Details are listed in the Recalls section of this page.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Buick Enclave?
- See the fuel economy section of this page for the EPA figures.
- Is the 2026 Buick Enclave reliable?
- The file is small, with 2 complaints so far[1]. That is too little to judge. Check the problems and recalls sections for the details.
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Buick Enclave (0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Buick Enclave model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Enclave FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 1 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V114, filed February 26, 2026: Equipment › Other › Owners / Service / Other Manual . NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Enclave AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 18.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2026 Buick Enclave with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 328 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ENCLAVE 4DR SUV: length 207 in, width 80 in, height 71 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 4,733 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov