2020 Buick Encore gx problems
The Buick Encore GX is a subcompact crossover SUV built by General Motors starting in 2019. Like the smaller Encore and the related Chevrolet Trailblazer, the Encore GX is manufactured by GM Korea. In China, it is manufactured by the SAIC-GM joint venture.
Overview
The Encore GX was revealed alongside the second generation Encore at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show. It shares the VSS-F platform with the new Chevrolet Trailblazer crossover SUV. The size of the Encore GX is subcompact-plus, positioned between the subcompact Encore and the compact Envision.
After the discontinuation of the smaller Encore, the Encore GX was the entry-level offering from Buick, until the arrival of the larger but less expensive Envista.
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Common 2020 Buick Encore gx problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2020 Buick Encore GX, several common problems have been reported:
- Engine Light and Reduced Power: Owners have experienced the engine light coming on and the engine reducing power, limiting the vehicle's speed to around 35 MPH. This issue occurred multiple times, leading to concerns about safety, especially when driving at higher speeds on the freeway. The dealership initially attributed it to a software update but later had to replace a turbo on the engine to address the problem.
- Transmission Issues: Some owners have reported issues with the transmission, including slipping gears and complete stall outs. These transmission problems have caused safety concerns, such as rolling backward into traffic, especially on highways and at intersections. Despite multiple visits to the dealership, the issue persisted, leading to a replacement of a part in the transmission and eventually the need for a full transmission replacement.
- Fuel Injection Problems: Another common problem reported by owners is related to fuel injection issues. Some owners have complained about a strong smell of raw gas in the cabin, indicating a potential fuel system problem. Parts for repair were on backorder, leaving owners with concerns about safety and the vehicle's performance.
These issues highlight significant concerns with the 2020 Buick Encore GX, ranging from engine performance to transmission and fuel system reliability. Owners have expressed frustration with the recurrence of these problems despite attempts at repair and maintenance, emphasizing the need for thorough inspections and timely resolution of these issues to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle.
What are the common problems with the 2020 Buick Encore?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Engine Major. Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt. ...
- Engine Electrical. ...
- Electrical Accessories. ...
- In-car Electronics. ...
- Drive System. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- Climate System.
Are there any recalls on a 2020 Encore GX?
Summary: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
What is the most common problem with the Buick Encore?
The Encore is praised for its luxurious feel and longevity. Despite being reliable, the Encore isn't perfect. The most common issues drivers have with the Encore are engine problems, defective airbags and seatbelts, and loss of power.
Is Buick Encore GX reliable?
We expect the 2024 Encore GX will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021, 2022, and 2023 models, plus the Buick brand scores.
What problems does the 2020 Buick Encore GX have?
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Is the Buick Encore GX reliable?
We expect the 2024 Encore GX will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021, 2022, and 2023 models, plus the Buick brand scores.
What are the most common problems with the Buick Encore?
The Encore is praised for its luxurious feel and longevity. Despite being reliable, the Encore isn't perfect. The most common issues drivers have with the Encore are engine problems, defective airbags and seatbelts, and loss of power.
Are there any recalls on a 2020 Encore GX?
Summary: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
2020 Buick Encore gx car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Buick Encore gx problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2020 Buick Encore gx vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2020 Buick Encore gx
The NHTSA has received 40 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2020 Buick Encore gx. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2020 Buick Encore gx vehicles.
2024-10-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-20
- VIN: KL4MMBS26LB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: Since the repair, the original claim no. 11619901. the checked off stuff no longer works. This lapse has occurred around sep. 20 to present day
2024-10-15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-22
- VIN: KL4MMBS26LB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The dealership replaced in the “fish body electric system “ to make the shift to park “flag not appear It is available for your inspection. Please check facebook and a list of problems with the vehicle are listed The vehicle was in the driveway not affecting any one. The problem was reviewed by the selling dealer and referred to another dealer to fix. Other than the flag appearing where the speed of the vehicle when on the road. Only the dealership saw the part and inspected it No warning lights The repair was made by Ed Rinke in Centerline,
2024-10-10
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-08
- VIN: KL4MMBS26LB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The vehicle will flash a message “Shift to park” when the car is already parked. This is a known issue across multiple GM brands including Chevy and Buick. The dealer diagnosed the issue and said that it needed a new shifter and wiring harness. Parts and labor for the repair are going to be $700.
2024-09-28
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-28
- VIN: KL4MMDSL2LB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I bought this vehicle in 2024, I have been having issues one after another with it, I have taken it to the dealer and all they keep doing if fixing the problem and couple of months it happens again. I am really worried about my safety if I keep driving the vehicle. One problem from the battery to the shift sensor. Thank you
2024-09-25
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-01
- VIN: KL4MMBS26LB
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer on several occasions, and several repairs were performed on the vehicle. The contact stated that the turbo was replaced twice; however, the failure returned after the repairs. The vehicle remained in the possession of the dealer for a month and the dealer determined that the mechanical outline was incorrect, and that the turbo had been installed incorrectly. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact expressed concern that the failure might occur again, and was fearful of driving the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
2024-08-18
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-02
- VIN: KL4MMFSL7LB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Shift to park! When I put the car in park it tells me “shift to park” so I’m unable to turn my car off. It’s happening more frequently.
2024-07-14
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-17
- VIN: KL4MMBS29LB
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: "Shift toPark"message is displayed on the dic shifter control leaver
2024-06-25
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-14
- VIN: KL4MMDS25LB
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When parking car in garage, placed vehicle in park, then turned vehicle off, received a message on dash " SHIFT TO PARK". The car was in park. Even though the engine was off, it would not allow radio, or lights to shut off until this message goes off. Some times it takes several minutes for message to go out. I have taken to GM dealership, and was told shifter assembly needs replaced ($500). I have learned their currently is a class action suit for this issue at this date.
2024-05-15
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- VIN: KL4MMDSL1LB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the gear shifter was shifted into park(P); however, the “Shift to Park” message was displayed. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle and drove to the residence. The message was no longer displayed after the contact parked the vehicle at the residence. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The dealer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.
2024-01-29
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-10
- VIN: KL4MMBS25LB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Spongy breaks. Gets harder to break as time goes.
2023-06-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-21
- VIN: KL4MMBS29LB
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving on the interstate on June 7, 2023 heading to work doing the speed limit of 60 MPH and all of a sudden the check engine light came on and a message stated "Engine Power Reduced" and the engine literally dropped engine power immediately and thankfully there was nobody right behind me and I was able to get off the interstate to a safe place. I called the Buick GMC dealership where I purchased the vehicle and they said to bring it in. They pulled codes on it and it gave a code of "engine under boost" and they said they ran tests on it and could not find anything wrong after 3 days at the shop, they did a software update and told me to come and pick it up. Then not even a week later, I was driving and out of nowhere came the same engine light, message read "engine power reduced" and the engine lost power immediately and I called the Buick GMC dealership again and they said to bring it back in and it's there now. I called today to check in and they said they are going to test the Turbo on it and order parts, etc. but they still do not have a definitive answer as to what's wrong with it yet. I bought my 2020 Buick Encore GX new in November 2020 and it has about 26,000 miles on it. No recalls have been made on my VIN model - I am afraid to even drive this car again and get stuck somewhere away from help or at night - someone could have rear ended me when I lost power on the interstate doing 60 MPH and killed me!!!
2023-06-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-07
- VIN: KL4MMBS29LB
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving on the interstate on June 7, 2023 heading to work doing the speed limit of 60 MPH and all of a sudden the check engine light came on and a message stated "Engine Power Reduced" and the engine literally dropped engine power immediately and thankfully there was nobody right behind me and I was able to get off the interstate to a safe place. I called the Buick GMC dealership where I purchased the vehicle and they said to bring it in. They pulled codes on it and it gave a code of "engine under boost" and they said they ran tests on it and could not find anything wrong after 3 days at the shop, they did a software update and told me to come and pick it up. Then not even a week later, I was driving and out of nowhere came the same engine light, message read "engine power reduced" and the engine lost power immediately and I called the Buick GMC dealership again and they said to bring it back in and it's there now. I called today to check in and they said they are going to test the Turbo on it and order parts, etc. but they still do not have a definitive answer as to what's wrong with it yet. I bought my 2020 Buick Encore GX new in November 2020 and it has about 26,000 miles on it. No recalls have been made on my VIN model - I am afraid to even drive this car again and get stuck somewhere away from help or at night - someone could have rear ended me when I lost power on the interstate doing 60 MPH and killed me!!!
2023-03-23
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-23
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate immediately and stalled. Additionally, the EPC warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the fuel pump needed to be replaced; however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2023-03-13
SEAT BELTS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-13
- VIN: KL4MMGSL3LB
- Components: SEAT BELTS,SEATS
- Summary: We have two infants in car seats. The car does not have the car seat LATCH system in it. The instructions were followed in the cars manual for placement but none were found. There are indications on the seat where you should place the latch buckle but the latch welded hooks are not there. I took the vehicle to the dealership Buick Gee in Liberty Lake WA where it is leased and was also told there by the service manager and the sales team that there are no latch hooks to be found in this car for the car seat to attach to. They agreed that there should be some there and could be a mistake at the factory. The dealer manager also came out to verify the latch system was not in vehicle. He also went to look at the other vehicles of the same year make and model, all of which did not have the welded hooks in the car for the car seat latch system. When I worked at the fire department I thought this system was mandatory in all vehicles manufactured and sold in the USA after the 90’s. Thank you for looking into this production safety issue [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2022-11-09
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-09
- VIN: KL4MMDSL0LB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact’s mother-in-law owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while his mother-in-law was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the PCV valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that on another occasion while his mother-in-law was driving, the vehicle started sputtering, overheating, and lost motive power. The vehicle remained at the location. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
2022-10-04
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-29
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KL4MMCSL5LB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Rear end accident. Distracted driver hit the back of my car at least at 40 mph. No airbags deployed.
2022-07-07
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-07
- VIN: KL4MMBS26LB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact’s fiancé owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH, the vehicle was unable to stop while the brake pedal was depressed and the parking brake was activated. Additionally, the vehicle made grinding sounds while the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the dealer reprogrammed the brake system; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,600.
2022-04-21
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-10
- VIN: kl4mmdsl5lb
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: I have only had the vehicle for a year. On multiple occasions the vehicle feels like it is slipping gears (more often when the autostop feature is turned on). On multiple occasions the vehicle has stalled out and would not do anything when pressing on gas- didn't even rev, did absolutely nothing. These stall outs happened crossing highways, at stop lights, stop signs, etc. There were no warnings prior to the incidences, though the vehicle did through an engine/transmission code afterwards, the code would go away. The first several attempts of taking it to the dealership (last year) as it is still under warranty- it was not checked. i was simply told it was a "glitch" and it was fine. They did not record in their system that i requested it to be checked either apparently. They only recorded that i brought it in for an oil change. They only checked into it this February after my boyfriend told them what it was doing. They kept it and replaced one part in the transmission. The vehicle continued to have the same issues and threw a code withing the first 5 minutes after picking it up. I took it back in- and they said it was doing the issues because of the code it threw. I told them it was doing it again before it threw the code. They said it simply needed a line vacuumed out, and then gave it back to me. It continued to have the same issues and stalled out again causing me to roll backwards onto the highway-into traffic. I took it back again. They kept it, and then told me they'd be replacing the entire transmission, but it is on backorder. Still no time frame when it will be repaired. They then told me i could have my car back and continue to drive it until the transmission comes in?!? I said no- it isn't safe, I just told you what happened and i could have been hurt or killed. I am not driving it, especially when i have my son to drive around as well! I have been without my car for at least a month now. I am paying for a car that i don't even have/can't drive.
2022-04-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-08
- VIN: kl4mmfsl3lb
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving this 2020 Buick Encore GX with around 7,000 miles on the odometer, the entire electrical/electronic system shut down. Windows were inoperative, the AC stopped, the radio failed, the flashers did not work, etc. The only things that worked were the engine and brakes. I have no idea if the brake lights worked. I was able to drive the car to the dealership - Van Buick GMC in Scottsdale, Arizona where the car is now sitting and awaiting their inspection. In the 95 degree temperature here in AZ, I thought that I would die as I could not open the doors. I have since learned that I could have opened the doors by pulling the door handle twice. No one ever educated me on this. There were no advance warnings prior to the failure. This car is a death trap. Please NHTSA help me.
2022-03-07
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: kl4mmgsl1lb
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while attempting to stop, the brake pedal was depressed and it traveled to the floorboard causing the brakes to fail to stop the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the vehicle crashed into the rear of another vehicle. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact residence however, the brakes failed again. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was unaware if a diagnostic test was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
2022-03-06
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-28
- VIN: KL4MMDSL2LB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Engine light came on. There was a problem between the harness and the transmission. It took 6 weeks to rectify the problem.
2022-02-22
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-16
- VIN: KL4MMDSL2LB
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I live in Oklahoma so it’s hot then cold then hot again then colder the next morning. I had my defroster on while on my way to work and all of a sudden my window just cracks and spreads all across my window. I didn’t have a chip at all and there wasn’t even a vehicle in front of me. Idk if it was because it was real cold and had the defroster on but this still shouldn’t have happened. And they want me to pay almost $1000 to change it out because you also have to get the cameras readjusted correctly. GM should pay for this. It absolutely wasn’t my fault.
2021-11-29
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-07
- VIN: KL4MMCSL1LB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Dealership, fixed brakes due to previous recall. Brakes continue to squeal and grind with every stop. Was informed by dealership that they can do no further repair because it is considered a noise and not a safety issue. Grinding brakes are a safety issue!!!
2021-05-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-05
- VIN: KL4MMGSL3LB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR HAS LESS THAN 30 (THIRTY) MILES ON IT; GARAGED SINCE PURCHASE BC OF PANDEMIC; STARTED OCCASIONALLY; BATTERY DEAD WHEN I TRIED TO GO OUT LAST WEEK; CHARGED BATTERY; DIED AGAIN; CHARGED AGAIN; CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALERTED ONSTAR, WHO SENT EMAIL STATING PROBLEMS W/ENGINE & TRANSMISSION SYSTEM, POSSIBLE ISSUES W/FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, EMISSIONS CONTROL, MISFIRE CONDITION... ONLY 30 MILES! NEW CAR! JUST DROVE HOME FROM DEALERSHIP AND PARKED IT. TRIED CHATTING W/BUICK CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, BUT THEY CUT ME OFF 3 TIMES OVER 2 HOURS, SO I GAVE UP THAT EXERCISE IN FUTILITY. DEALERSHIP IS UNPLEASANT; TRYING A DIFFERENT DEALER. GOOGLED RECALLS. THIS SOUNDS LIKE THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM RECALL ON THE 2021 ENCORE GX, BUT MINE IS A 2020. WHY WOULD A BRAND NEW, $38,000-CAR BE SO FRIGHTENINGLY UNRELIABLE? I TRADED IN TWO CARS AND SAVED MANY YEARS TO BUY THIS. I'M AFRAID TO EVEN DRIVE IT IN FOR SERVICE. MY DAD WAS A PATENTED ENGINEER. I MISS MY DAD.
2021-05-06
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-19
- VIN: KL4MMESL2LB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BUICK ENCORE GX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS NEEDED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY LUNGED FORWARD WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE INTO A PARKING SPACE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BELLAVIA CHEVROLET BUICK (199 NJ-17, EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ 07073) THE BRAKES AND TRANSMISSION VALVES WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AFTER RECEIVING APPROVAL FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE DEALER FOUND 3 PIECES OF RUBBER INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION WHEN IT WAS TAKEN APART. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE AND A CASE WAS FILED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 9,529.
2020 Buick Encore gx recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2020 Buick Encore gx.
2021-06-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT:STAND
- Summary: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
- Consequence: A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. 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 A212335470.
2020-09-24
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
- Consequence: If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.
Negative 2020 Buick Encore gx car reviews
Positive 2020 Buick Encore gx car reviews
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The moment I test drove this car, I knew it was perfect for me. It's just the right size, with a roomy interior and all the extras anyone could want, and it comes with a sticker price under 35,000. The 3-cylinder engine has lots of pep and the gas mileage is amazing. What's more, it has the pick-up of a six-cylinder engine. The car is beautiful both inside and out.
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with my 2020 Encore GX. During my test drive, I didn't notice any noises and the car felt very secure. However, after rolling down the windows for the first time, I noticed some wind noise that made it seem like the window wasn't fully closed. I've brought this up with the dealership, but unfortunately they haven't been able to hear it. I recommend testing the windows on different types of roads before making a purchase. Additionally, I noticed that there isn't any protection from the mechanics of the car under the driver's side floor. Lastly, the headrests on the back seats can be a bit obstructive, so be careful. Unfortunately, there's no Sirius XM or GPS, but overall I'm really enjoying my new car!
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Great vehicle
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The car is comfortable, has good pickup, and is well-appointed. However, the brake squeal from 10,000 miles onward is disappointing. Despite the dealer's claim that it is due to the pad compound, it is unacceptable for a wear item to cause such a disturbance. The manufacturer should take responsibility and address this issue promptly.
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This is a lovely and enjoyable car to drive. They clearly put a lot of thought into it!
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2020 Buick Encore GX Problems | Kelley Blue Book
https://www.kbb.com/buick/encore-gx/2020/common-problems/
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2020 Buick Encore GX Reliability - Consumer Reports
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2020 Buick Encore Review, Problems, Reliability, Value, Life ...
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Oct 26, 2023 ... Common problems found on the 2020 Buick Encore include excessive wheel noise, broken windshields, along with some stereo system issues. Overall, ...
The Most Common 2020 Buick Encore GX Problems | GetJerry.com
https://getjerry.com/car-repair/2020-buick-encore-gx-problems
Jan 8, 2024 ... The Most Common 2020 Buick Encore GX Problems. 2020 Buick Encore GX owners should look out for failing brake assists, service brake problems, ...
Buick Encore GX: No, Really, You Should Read This | GM Inside ...
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Are you having problems with your 2020 Buick Encore gx?
Cristian Crist 2025-01-08
After only two weeks of owning my car, I experienced issues with the brakes and power steering. Upon towing it to the dealer, it was determined that the master cylinder was the culprit. Unfortunately, the part is currently on back order, and I have been utilizing a rental car for the past three weeks.
Ryan Stoltenberg 2024-11-27
The engine light came on and it turned out to be the purge pump. It was fixed on 11/2/20. However, on 11/3/20, the engine light came on again for the second time. That's quite unusual.
Celestino Schulist 2024-07-25
The transmission vibrates at each shift point with normal driving. This is the second time I have taken it to the dealer. However, the GM dealership tech has verified that the problem is operating as designed. While this may not be the news I was hoping for, I appreciate the dealership's thoroughness in checking the issue. If you are considering purchasing this vehicle, it may be worth discussing this concern with the dealership to ensure it meets your needs and expectations.
Patrick Armstrong 2024-07-02
You must have been so disappointed when the engine light came on and your car went into Limp mode, but it's great to hear that the dealership was able to repair it and get you back on the road within two days. It's unfortunate that the transmission went out after 4800 miles, but at least you're covered since it's a lease. I hope the dealership is able to repair it quickly for you.
Kiel Heathcote 2024-05-25
Hello! We're sorry to hear about the trouble you've been having with your 2020 Encore brakes. It can be frustrating when a problem persists even after a repair has been attempted. We understand your disappointment with GM's response, but we'd like to help find a solution that works for you. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to assist you further. Thank you for your feedback and for considering our car.