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Buick Enclave

EPA MPG: 21 mpg

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2025 Enclave is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.

Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2025 Buick Enclave owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Apple CarPlay

""Occasional glitches with apple CarPlay , connectivity issues from time to time. Sometimes Volume fails to work.""

Anonymous, MI (2025 Buick Enclave Avenir 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Heads-up display

"Heads-up display quit working at about 700 miles. Replaced by dealership. Now at 3800 miles it has quit working again."

Anonymous, MS (2025 Buick Enclave Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
In-dash navigation system (GPS)

"Some device stopped working so it could not connect to the internet. Our map quit working, the mph signal stopped and tge direction stopped. I probably have the wrong word but the telefax stopped working. They are back order! To me that suggests that the device that reads gps is not working on many of the Enclaves"

Anonymous, ND (2025 Buick Enclave Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Other in-car electronics problem

"Started 7/22. Started working next day. Dealer ran an update to address issue. Working as of now."

Anonymous, PA (2025 Buick Enclave Sport Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Volume controls sometimes fail to work. I can lower the volume but cannot increase it. This happens sometimes. Typically when having apple CarPlay connected and after receiving a call."

Anonymous, MI (2025 Buick Enclave Avenir 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

What Owners Say

Transmission rebuild or replacement

"Same transmission issue as the other 2025 Enclave, Acadia and Traverse."

Anonymous, MI (2025 Buick Enclave Sport Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"Car was delivered with front end pulling to right. Dealer replaced bad tires of front, aligned and balanced the new tires. Problem solved"

Anonymous, FL (2025 Buick Enclave Avenir 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
Drive System
Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
Suspension/Steering
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Climate System
Build Quality
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In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
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