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2023 Buick Envision problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2023 Buick Envision sits mid-pack among Envision years: 37 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 27, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (7), driver assistance (6), and brakes (6), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

37

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Envision years?

Envision NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted113 complaints2016: 27 complaints2017: 113 complaints2018: 20 complaints2019: 33 complaints2020: 19 complaints2021: 33 complaints2022: 42 complaints2023: 37 complaints2024: 18 complaints2025: 8 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Envision NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Buick Envision problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System719%
Driver Assistance616%
Brakes616%
Engine411%
Fuel System411%
Transmission38%
Other38%
Steering25%
Body & Structure13%
Speed Control13%

Does the 2023 Buick Envision have recalls?

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

22V903000LightingDecember 8, 2022 · 740,108 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The customer service recall caused the battery to drain in which caused all electrical functions to malfunction. My breaks locked up while I was driving. My abs light came on, transmission light, collision, check engine, and steering wheel light came on. It was multiple incidents, but with my…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 3, 2024

“At the time I purchased this vehicle there was a shortage of chips to warn of items in the path while backing up. This is a safety feature and should be updated. Nine months is long enough to wait for promises to be acted on!”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 22, 2022

“The customer service recall caused the battery to drain in which caused all electrical functions to malfunction. My breaks locked up while I was driving. My abs light came on, transmission light, collision, check engine, and steering wheel light came on. It was multiple incidents, but with my…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 3, 2024

“When letting off the accelerator to slow coming to a stop I would press the brake pedal. but the motor would increase RPMs and I had to use both feet to stop the vehicle. Then I had to put the car in neutral and the RPMs would increase even though I was at a stop and then I had to put it in Park…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 19, 2025

“The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, decelerated, and no longer accelerated as needed. After drifting to the side roadway, the contact discovered that the check engine warning light was illuminated, and the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 4, 2023

2023 Buick Envision — common questions

Is the 2023 Buick Envision reliable?

It is close to typical for the Envision: 37 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2023 Envision problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (7 complaints), driver assistance (6 complaints), brakes (6 complaints).

Does the 2023 Buick Envision have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Buick Envision. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Buick Envision years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Envision years to avoid are 2017, 2022. The cleanest record among Envision years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2023 Buick Envision?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Buick Envision 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.