Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Buick Encore GX. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Emergency Jack can Fracture While in Use
- 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.
Sensor Contamination in Electronic Brake Boost
- 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.
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Owner complaints (53)
53 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 28.3% |
| Power train | 11 | 20.8% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 15.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 13.2% |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 11.3% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 7.5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 7.5% |
| Equipment | 2 | 3.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 3.8% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 3.8% |
How 2021 compares with other Encore GX years
Best and worst Encore GX years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 70 | 2 |
| 2021 | 53 | 2 |
| 2022 | 32 | 1 |
| 2023 | 28 | 0 |
| 2024 | 31 | 2 |
| 2025 | 15 | 1 |
| 2026 | 4 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2021 Buick Encore GX suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 31 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 288 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 31 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 L 3-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 32 / 31 | $2,150 | 288 |
| 1.2 L 3-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 31 / 29 | $2,300 | 302 |
| 1.3 L 3-cyl · 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 29 / 28 | $2,400 | 330 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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Where to next
2021 Buick Encore GX FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Buick Encore GX have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 21V440000 (equipment), 20V588000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Buick Encore GX problems?
Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (15), Power train (11), Service brakes (8) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 Buick Encore GX get?
EPA rates the 1.3 L 3-cyl · CVT version at 30 city, 32 highway and 31 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2021 Buick Encore GX get?
NHTSA rated the 2021 Buick Encore GX suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (18.5% rollover risk).
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.