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2019 Buick Enclave problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2019 Buick Enclave sits mid-pack among Enclave years: 64 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 108, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (14), engine (12), and electrical system (10), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

64

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2019 compare to other Enclave years?

Enclave NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted779 complaints2008: 779 complaints2009: 290 complaints2010: 358 complaints2011: 284 complaints2012: 174 complaints2013: 108 complaints2014: 345 complaints2015: 220 complaints2016: 152 complaints2017: 200 complaints2018: 92 complaints2019: 64 complaints2020: 70 complaints2021: 30 complaints2022: 20 complaints2023: 22 complaints2024: 11 complaints2025: 56 complaints2026: 3 complaints
Enclave NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Buick Enclave problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1422%
Engine1219%
Electrical System1016%
Other813%
Brakes35%
Speed Control23%
Steering23%
Body & Structure23%
Seat Belts23%
Driver Assistance23%
Fuel System23%
Airbags23%
Seats23%
Tires & Wheels12%

Does the 2019 Buick Enclave have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V668000TransmissionOctober 29, 2020 · 194,105 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Consequence

Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“On the morning of October 25, 2021 at approximately 7:05 am, I was fixing to leave to go to work. The carport light was on, so I open the door to my car, slid into the driver’s seat, started the car up and the lights came on. As I was starting to get out of the car to go turn the carport lights…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 25, 2021 · crash

“On Sept 6th the check engine light came on. A diagnostic test showed it was code P0442 related to the canister purge valve /solenoid. It also showed that it was a permanent thing that had been on there a while but when I look up my Vin number there is no recalls for it, but there is for other 2019…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 6, 2024

“On the morning of October 25, 2021 at approximately 7:05 am, I was fixing to leave to go to work. The carport light was on, so I open the door to my car, slid into the driver’s seat, started the car up and the lights came on. As I was starting to get out of the car to go turn the carport lights…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 25, 2021 · crash

“MY HUSBAND HAD THE KEY IN HIS POCKET UPSTAIRS IN OUR HOUSE. IT ACCIDENTALLY ACTIVATED AT SOME POINT BY HIS BENDING /SITTING. THE CAR REMOTELY STARTED AND WE DID NOT HEAR IT. ONLY BECAUSE OUR PETS BECAME UPSET DID WE DISCOVER THE RUNNING CAR IN OUR CLOSED GARAGE. WE WERE ABLE TO TURN IT OFF AND VENT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 8, 2021

“The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while driving downhill, he shifted to a lower gear and was depressing on the brake pedal however, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated. The contact also stated that the RPM was very high. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 13, 2021

2019 Buick Enclave — common questions

Is the 2019 Buick Enclave reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 64 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Enclave year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2019 Enclave problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (14 complaints), engine (12 complaints), electrical system (10 complaints).

Does the 2019 Buick Enclave have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Buick Enclave. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Buick Enclave years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Enclave years to avoid are 2008, 2010, 2014, 2009, 2011, 2015, 2017, 2012. The cleanest record among Enclave years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2019 Buick Enclave?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2019 Buick Enclave earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.