2010 Buick Enclave Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 126about this part
- Share
- 46%of 275 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 126 complaints about the steering of the 2010 Buick Enclave, 46% of the 275 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I recently just purchased my vehicle with 145,000 miles when I noticed that my steering wheel locks during turns. It becomes very hard and dangerous to turn. I have to turn very slow which is dangerous can could cause an accident. I have read that this is a very common issue with this vehicle and that it needs to be recalled hopefully we can find a way to fix this.”
NHTSA complaint #11316462, filed 2020-03, 146,000 miles“Steering: seems vague when in motion at highway speed. Other: rear tailgate opens while driving, sitting still w/o the key in the ignition. Contacted GM and customer service told me it was my problem not theirs. Engine: sounds like a meatgrinder on cold start up, if the engine fails will loose steering, brakes and possibly control of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11074287, filed 2018-02, 85,000 miles“Approximately four years ago, my steering started slipping and becoming tighter in tight (<95 degree) turns. Within a short time span, the problem became constant. It is impossible to enter or exit a parking spot. The dealer quoted me $2500 to repair and said the problem is frequent on Buick enclaves from 2010 on.”
NHTSA complaint #11288094, filed 2019-12, 50,000 miles“Numerous times at highway speed merging on and off ramps into traffic the power steering goes out causing me to apply more upper arm strength to merge and then the power steering comes back on causing me to jerk the vehicle into traffic almost causing me to hit vehicles in farthest lane.”
NHTSA complaint #11321571, filed 2020-04, 165,000 miles“While decelerating the power steering randomly goes out. I'm having the vehicle checked out for a second time. I have recently done the research and this seems to be a very common problem in 2010 Buick enclaves and gmc has yet to make a recall. This could definitely be very dangerous if decelerating and making turns on highway and power steering just goes out. Hopefully no one has to die for gmc to admit faulty steering.”
NHTSA complaint #11330895, filed 2020-06, 119,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10213700Jun 1, 2022This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3% |
| 2024 | 1 | 14% |
| 2023 | 1 | 5% |
| 2021 | 1 | 4% |
| 2020 | 3 | 5% |
| 2019 | 3 | 7% |
| 2018 | 2 | 3% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 | 12 | 7% |
| 2014 | 11 | 4% |
| 2013 | 12 | 17% |
| 2012 | 17 | 13% |
| 2011 | 41 | 19% |
| 2010 | 126 | 46% |
| 2009 | 108 | 49% |
| 2008 | 99 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2010 Buick Enclave
72 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
34 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsOther or unknown
20 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Buick Enclave
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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