2017 Buick Enclave Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 4%of 179 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 16,850miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2017 Buick Enclave, 4% of the 179 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 16,850 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“My car which I have had for 9 months is taking on water from rain. It shorted out the egnition switch, and after rain yesterday it did it again. It wont turn start at times, or it wont turn off! Looking through Buick forums these have been having these problems sience 2008 with heavy rain!”
NHTSA complaint #11176413, filed 2019-02, 52,000 miles“Waiting in line at sonic driveway started reversing at breakneck speeds - finally stopped afte r jumping a curb and hitting a heavy pickup, air bags did not open malfunction of vehicle several days before the gear shift seemed sticky”
NHTSA complaint #11145220, filed 2018-11, 24,000 miles“Heard a rattle or fluttering sound coming from front area of Enclave, took to dealer on 12/21/2017 and was informed after having a test drive and inspection ,sound was an A/C hose contacting another hose , dealer in buford ,ga stated issue was repaired. While traveling north 12/26/17 on interstate 85 at approx. 65 MPH and heard the same sound again only not as loud continued on to nashville tn , while traveling on north on 12/27/17 heard the sound again on kept getting louder ,this time was able to see a small black object flapping in the front of the SUV. …”
NHTSA complaint #11057686, filed 2017-12, 9,700 miles“The engine light has come on and a diagnostic check has been made and I was told it needed the transmission replaced. This car has only 112,000 miles on it and has been maintained. Why would there be transmission issues with low mileage?”
NHTSA complaint #11490283, filed 2022-10“On the SVC list, the traction control will turn off unexpectedly & the check engine light will come on. Recently, when this occured, 01/09/2022, the vehicle would start to jerk & lose power. The vehicle eventually recovered after a few minutes at reduced speed. Speed of vehicle during these occurences was any where from 30 to 45 mph, on good asphalt road, driving at a constant speed. Will return to dealer again on 1/12/2022, car will have approxmitely 25000 on it. ADAS list, foward collision warning would not always work. …”
NHTSA complaint #11447128, filed 2022-01Related service bulletins
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035690Jul 27, 2026This is to advise about a part concern
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s…
- 11023091Sep 9, 2025New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 26% |
| 2024 | 1 | 14% |
| 2023 | 3 | 14% |
| 2022 | 3 | 21% |
| 2021 | 4 | 15% |
| 2020 | 14 | 23% |
| 2019 | 10 | 23% |
| 2018 | 8 | 12% |
| 2017 | 7 | 4% |
| 2016 | 7 | 5% |
| 2015 | 13 | 8% |
| 2014 | 13 | 4% |
| 2013 | 8 | 11% |
| 2012 | 19 | 14% |
| 2011 | 8 | 4% |
| 2010 | 20 | 7% |
| 2009 | 12 | 5% |
| 2008 | 43 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2017 Buick Enclave
145 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsLane departure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 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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