2011 Buick Enclave Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 1%of 213 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the suspension of the 2011 Buick Enclave, 1% of the 213 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2011 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that the rear driver's side coil spring fractured. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The rear driver's side coil spring was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10682704, filed 2015-02, 55,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the steering wheel started to make a squeaky noise. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the steering gear failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 62,000. Updated 08/19/14 updated 07/06/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10597853, filed 2014-06, 40,000 miles“Vehicle was taken in for inspection of steering gear and low fluid in the reservoir. Seal on driver side was leaking causing fluid to collect in and around boot. There is a TSB / non mandatory recall for the power steering pump. There should be a recall on the steering gear assembly/ rack & pinion. In the process of installing the steering gear the front struts apparently locked in place now they have to be replaced. All work is being repaired at a dealership. From what I read online the steering gear seems to be a common problem with the Buick Enclave. Any feedback would be welcomed.”
NHTSA complaint #10959005, filed 2017-03Related service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10247352Nov 14, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s…
- 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.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 3% |
| 2018 | 2 | 3% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 4 | 2% |
| 2014 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 3 | 2% |
| 2011 | 3 | 1% |
| 2010 | 7 | 3% |
| 2009 | 6 | 3% |
| 2008 | 11 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2011 Buick Enclave
41 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
38 complaintsEngine
35 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsTires
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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