Structure Problems of Buick Encore

Buick Encore owners have reported 14 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Buick Encore

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
13
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Buick Encore

The Body problem

Rear passenger doors fail to engage internal lock when child-lock feature is on, door can still be opened from interior. Rear door locks fail to properly engage when locking and unlocking vehicle   Read details...

The Structure problem

Driver of 2013 Buick Encore was traveling at approximately 35-40 mph when struck at perpendicular angle on passengers side. Control of the car was lost. The Encore tipped, landing on the driver's side. Side curtain airbags deployed. The driver was conscious, but smelled fumes.   Read details...




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