2015 Buick Enclave Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 171 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2015 Buick Enclave, 2% of the 171 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,000 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.
“While driving my 2015 Enclave the vehicle jerks and the engine light comes on. Then starts rattling and steering wheel locks and my speed reduces to 40, 25 then 10-5 miles per hour, the warnings read engine power reduced, traction control off, service stabillitrak. I pull my car on the side of the street, wait a few minutes and sometimes turn on my car and rattles again. Need to wait a few more minutes and the starts, the engine light stays on for a few minutes, maybe couple hours or for a day and then clears up. I took it to my mechanic and no codes came up. …”
NHTSA complaint #11329312, filed 2020-06, 74,000 miles“I purchased this vehicle september 2015 from carmax in charlottesville, va. Since that purchase, I have kept up all the routine mantainance on a schedule from oil changes, all fluids, tire rotations. April 21, 2016, my first rather large expense, engine check'. I am hearing a noise in the front end. Warranty paid a portion of this issue and I paid the balance. The service department installed n strut, n nut, insulators and bearings. And the driver seat trim cracked and broke. (1st time); next issue is a total warranty issue that included replacing the torque converter. …”
NHTSA complaint #11091440, filed 2018-05“The dealership is unable to identify the failing component or system. The vehicle shuts off while driving above speeds of 60mph, which causes the power steering pump and power brake pump to fail. This symptom of shutting off while driving creates a significant life safety risk for the driver, passengers, and other motorists. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealership over 4 times in 3 months. Since the vehicle shuts off, there are no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms prior to the failure.”
NHTSA complaint #11651741, filed 2025-03Related service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011989Nov 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11009088Sep 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or…
- 11005311Jul 9, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation.
- 11001321May 16, 2024This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 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.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 8% |
| 2024 | 1 | 14% |
| 2023 | 2 | 9% |
| 2022 | 1 | 7% |
| 2021 | 2 | 8% |
| 2020 | 9 | 15% |
| 2019 | 17 | 39% |
| 2018 | 16 | 24% |
| 2017 | 4 | 2% |
| 2016 | 10 | 7% |
| 2015 | 4 | 2% |
| 2014 | 21 | 7% |
| 2013 | 14 | 20% |
| 2012 | 13 | 10% |
| 2011 | 38 | 18% |
| 2010 | 34 | 12% |
| 2009 | 33 | 15% |
| 2008 | 139 | 26% |
Other parts of the 2015 Buick Enclave
105 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsLane departure
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Buick Enclave
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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