2016 Buick Enclave Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 141 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2016 Buick Enclave, 2% of the 141 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,900 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 lowest part of the front driver or passenger doors come to a very sharp point at the rear of the door. On nov. 11,2017 in a costco parking lot a gust of wind blew the door closed on my leg causing a deep wound from the sharp penetrating edge of the door. Costco employees performed emergency medical help to stop the massive bleeding. As of this date the wound is still being treated. (hospital has pictures) upon asking the doctor and wound nurse if I was the only one they had seen with this type of wound , I was surprised to hear them reply that I was among thousands. …”
NHTSA complaint #11062054, filed 2018-01, 17,800 miles“Car is leaking from under the driver side under the dash (by your feet) and on the passenger side under the dash (by your feet) I live in florida and it often rains. I'm concerned about mold and rust or electrical problems. It appears to be a common problem in GM vehicles. (google search) so why isn't GM recalling it?”
NHTSA complaint #11329687, filed 2020-06“The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. While getting cargo out of the vehicle, the tailgate closed and locked and failed to retract and reopen. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained minor hand injuries that did not require medical attention. The failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10875386, filed 2016-06, 4,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11015382Feb 20, 2025This informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the shipping film.
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10239124Jun 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 5% |
| 2022 | 1 | 7% |
| 2021 | 3 | 12% |
| 2020 | 2 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 5% |
| 2018 | 2 | 3% |
| 2017 | 4 | 2% |
| 2016 | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 | 4 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 2% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 24 | 18% |
| 2011 | 25 | 12% |
| 2010 | 12 | 4% |
| 2009 | 8 | 4% |
| 2008 | 77 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2016 Buick Enclave
110 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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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