2023 Buick Encore GX reliability
The 2023 Buick Encore GX has 27 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 5 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Encore GX years here — under the median of the other years, which is 7. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (6 of 27), then Electrical system (5) and Service brakes (5). The most filings arrived in 2026 (11 of 27). Those filings include 1 that reports an injury.
The 2022 Encore GX has 32 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2024 has 31 complaints, 10 per year. The 2023 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2023 Buick Encore GX. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (27 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Stabiltrack software jerking my car in a left curve. Took to dealership who seem to find nothing wrong. Reached out to GM with no response or action. Feels extremely dangerous in a left curve unless traction control and…"
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"Engine power reduced all of a sudden on a highway. Turbo went out at less than 45k miles. Turbo was replaced by GM and was told this will occur every 2 years by the dealership. Very unsafe especially driving at highway…"
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"Failure of the evaporative emission purge pump at 34,600 miles. Diagnostic code P146B (pump failure). VIN not included on the affected vehicle list but should be. Failed pump part number is 25204641 (matches affected…"
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"I was driving in heavy traffic when I got a reduced power message. There was no where for me to go to get out of the traffic. This is the second time I've had this issue. I have already replaced the entire turbo several…"
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"Three nuts snapped, which secure the front muffler to the length of the exhaust system. The engine side of the exhaust pipe became disconnected and dragged along road, which occurred while driving the vehicle on a…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Buick Encore GX SUV AWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2023 Buick Encore GX SUV FWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore GX all-wheel drive | 1.3L, 3-cyl | Automatic 9-speed | All-wheel drive | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG | $2400 |
| Encore GX front-wheel drive | 1.2L, 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-wheel drive | 29 | 31 | 30 MPG | $2150 |
| Encore GX front-wheel drive | 1.3L, 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-wheel drive | 29 | 32 | 30 MPG | $2150 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V588000 covers certain 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles (with Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, and Chevrolet Trailblazer) where sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may interrupt communication and lose brake-boost assist; dealers replace the electronic brake boost module. Recall 21V440000 covers certain 2020-2022 Encore GX vehicles (with 2021-2022 Trailblazer) whose emergency jack can fracture if not positioned as directed in the owner’s manual; dealers replace the jack. Recall 26V539000 covers certain 2024-2026 Encore GX vehicles (with Envista, Trailblazer, and Trax) whose rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image; dealers inspect and replace the camera as needed. Recall 23V744000 covers certain 2024 Encore GX vehicles (with Envista and Trax) whose Virtual Cockpit Unit software may blank the instrument panel at startup or while driving; dealers or an OTA update revise VCU software.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Buick Encore GX reliable?
The 2023 Buick Encore GX has 27 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 5 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Encore GX years here — under the median of the other years, which is 7. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2023 Buick Encore GX?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (6 of 27), then Electrical system (5) and Service brakes (5). The most filings arrived in 2026 (11 of 27). Those filings include 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2023 Buick Encore GX more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2022 Encore GX has 32 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2024 has 31 complaints, 10 per year. The 2023 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.
Has the 2023 Buick Encore GX been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2023 Buick Encore GX.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Buick Encore GX?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the 2023 Buick Encore GX with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2023 Buick Encore GX get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 Buick Encore GX is 29 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a Buick Encore GX take?
0W-30 for the 1.2L and 1.3L turbos (check the manual for temperature band); capacity about 4.2 qt.
Is there a brake assist recall on early Encore GX models?
Recall 20V588000 covers certain 2020-2021 Encore GX vehicles (with Corvette, CT4, CT5, XT4, and Trailblazer) for electronic brake-boost sensor contamination.