2012 Buick Enclave Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 132 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the suspension of the 2012 Buick Enclave, 2% of the 132 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,000 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.
“Front suspension had to be replaced. Air conditioner, evaporator component had to be replaced three different ocasions..rear gate recall ,replaced lift gates shocks.. Mode valve actuator replacement.”
NHTSA complaint #11002453, filed 2017-06, 45,000 miles“Rear differential clutch pak replaced by dealer service department. Under warranty. Oil was dripping from rear, center, near axle. 09/11/2012 first dealership diagnosed f2023 seal, pinion shaft oil - rear differential replaced seal. Under warranty - no charge. Mileage 24138. 09/19/2011 still leaking while out of town. Second dealership diagnosed same thing. Pinion seal is leaking replaced the rear differential pinion seal filled fluid... Under warranty - no charge. Mileage 24710. 09/27/2012 still leaking. Called dealership where car was purchased. Took to their service department. …”
NHTSA complaint #10651324, filed 2014-10, 24,138 milesRelated 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.
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 2012 Buick Enclave
24 complaintsBody and structure
24 complaintsAir bags
21 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Buick Enclave
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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