KnownCarProblems2017 Buick Enclave Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 179 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Buick Enclave, most often about the air bags (81% of complaints, typically around 64,000 miles). It is 6th of 19 Enclave model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2017 Buick Enclave problems
Air bags
145 complaints · 81%Half of these problems showed up before 64,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v334000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. No information on parts…
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v334000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the…
Electrical
8 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: 12v/24v/48v battery, instrument panel.
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle however, the battery failed to provide adequate cold cranking amps (cca) to start the vehicle. The contact replaced the battery himself. The contact noticed the vehicle was unvented. The new battery was reinstalled…
Odometer fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact attempted to have the vehicle serviced at the dealer, but services were declined. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 3%Heard a rattle or fluttering sound coming from front area of Enclave, took to dealer on 12/21/2017 and was informed after having a test drive and inspection ,sound was an A/C hose contacting another hose , dealer in buford ,ga stated issue was repaired. While traveling north 12/26/17 on interstate 85 at approx. 65 MPH…
Waiting in line at sonic driveway started reversing at breakneck speeds - finally stopped afte r jumping a curb and hitting a heavy pickup, air bags did not open malfunction of vehicle several days before the gear shift seemed sticky
Speed control
5 complaints · 3%The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. While driving 70 MPH, the contact engaged the cruise control for assistance with driving in traffic. Once the cruise control was disengaged, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The contact managed to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal for more than two minutes.…
Engine light with engine power is reduced, traction control service came out several times on the highway with no snow ice or rain.very scary moments, need to check out.
Engine
5 complaints · 3%The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. While driving various speeds, the vehicle jerked and decelerated and the service stability track indicator illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to dearth chrysler dodge jeep ram ([phone]…
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. While the vehicle was stationary, the service engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The vehicle was turned off and restarted; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to mansfield Buick gmc (1400 park ave w, mansfield, oh 44906…
Seat belts
4 complaints · 2%The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. While driving 25 MPH and making a left turn, another vehicle pulled out and crashed into the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the driver's side seat belt failed to lock. The contact sustained head injuries that required medical attention. No injuries were…
We were driving our Buick Enclave on I 94 expressway near merriman road near detroit metro airport when we hit a construction zone. We slowed down to 15 MPH when car behind hit US going full highway speed. There were 4 people in the car. 2 of the people (the driver and passenger behind the driver) did not have the…
Body and structure
4 complaints · 2%Parts named most often: body, interior panels.
Waiting in line at sonic driveway started reversing at breakneck speeds - finally stopped afte r jumping a curb and hitting a heavy pickup, air bags did not open malfunction of vehicle several days before the gear shift seemed sticky
Transmission
4 complaints · 2%The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. While driving various speeds, the vehicle jerked and decelerated and the service stability track indicator illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to dearth chrysler dodge jeep ram ([phone]…
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Buick Enclave recalls
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Gm began mailing final owner letters february 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through december 2025. Owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. Gm's number for this recall is n232404980.
Full defect summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2014-2017 buick enclave, chevrolet traverse, and gmc acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on january 10, 2022. Owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is n212349040.
Full defect summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2008-2017 buick enclave and 2013-2017 chevrolet traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Air bags: critical fasteners
Risk: Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 24, 2021. Owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. Gm's number for this recall is n202321200.
Full defect summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 buick enclave, 2010-2019 chevrolet traverse, and 2011-2016 gmc acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Buick Enclave
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Enclave?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (145 complaints, typically around 64,000 miles); electrical (8 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles); other or unspecified (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Buick Enclave have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from May 10, 2023 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Buick Enclave?
- It is 6th of 19 Enclave model years by number of complaints, with 179 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.