2024 Buick Encore
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 20 of 31 complaints (65%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 25 in 2023 to 31 in 2024.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,100–2,400 | 2,100–2,300 | 2,100–2,300 | 2,100–2,300 | 2,100–2,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 26–30 | 27–30 | 27–30 | 27–30 | 27–30 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23–29 / 29–32 | 26–29 / 29–32 | 26–30 / 28–31 | 26–30 / 28–31 | 26–30 / 28–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 296–342 | 296–324 | 297–333 | 297–339 | 297–327 | |
| Complaints filed | 40 | 25 | 31 | 15 | 4 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Buick Encore have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Buick Encore?
Electrical: 20 of 31 NHTSA complaints (65%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Buick Encore get?
EPA rates it 27–30 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Buick Encore?
EPA estimates $2,100–$2,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 3 | 1.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 29 mpg | 31 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 297 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 3 | 1.3L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | $2,300 (high) | 333 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 3 | 1.2L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 30 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 297 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 23V744000 · Nov 6, 2023
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The software in the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) may cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving.
Consequence: A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The VCU software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023. 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 A232424320.