Table 1 shows one common lane departure related problems of the 2019 Buick Encore.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Blind Spot Detection problems |
92,000 miles my catalytic convertor went bad, had for 5 years. This resulted in lag when trying to accelerate and pull out in traffic. It cost $3,000 to fix as well as the turbocharger being broke. The blind spot detection to passenger side mirror stays on at all times and should only come on when there is an object detected in the right side blind area. I'm [xxx] old and have never ever has a catalytic convertor go bad. Buick should be responsible for these repairs. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
85,000 miles bought new. Was having hesitation and power issues, experienced increased fatigue the longer I drove. Took it in for service at 85,000 miles and the turbo pvc valve was bad as well as the catalytic converter. I’ve never had a catalytic converter go bad on any vehicle in my 42 years of driving. Cost = $2,000 for just the catalytic converter and extended warranty covered. Advised at time of being repaired that blind spot monitoring on right side of passenger mirror was malfunctioning. The dealer insisted I make a separate appointment which is another $100 CO-pay so they can fix it. I was told the insurance company may delay or deny the claim. I know that can’t be true but my boyfriend has cancer and need the vehicle back ASAP for his treatment transportation. Sounds like problem with Encore.