2022 Buick Encore GX Problems
Compared with other Buick Encore GX years
Typical for this model
42/100 0.8× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.8× that of a typical Buick Encore GX year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 15 of its 34 complaints were filed by the end of 2024.
- Most reported part: Transmission and drivetrain (13 complaints, median 10,150 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2023
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 34filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 29,293miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 30 mpgcombined, 1.2L 3-cyl FWD · 29 city / 31 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Buick Encore GX (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 34 consumer complaints for the 2022 Buick Encore GX. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 13 complaints (38% of the total), followed by electrical system (10) and other or unknown (10). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 88% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 29,293 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 604 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 72 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 144 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 3 Buick Encore GX model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 42 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system10 29%
- Other or unknown10 29%
- Engine5 15%
- Engine cooling3 8.8%
- Fuel system3 8.8%
- Brakes1 2.9%
- Equipment1 2.9%
- Seats1 2.9%
- Wheels1 2.9%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “My SUV states shift to park, but I already have it in park and it will not shut off. I have to keep starting it up for it to shut-off. Also when I go to the gas station to fill my SUV up with gas and try to start it up it will not start. I keep trying to start it up and after about 10 to 15 minutes it finally starts.”
NHTSA complaint #11627871, filed 2024-11Electrical system: “For the last week or so, my car, a 2022 Buick Encore GX Sport, that I bought brand new and currently only has 30,000 miles, does not acknowledge being in Park when I park the vehicle and try to turn it off. This causes the car to remain on and radio playing and it beeping that it needs attention and to shift it to Park. if you try to close the door, it honks letting you know the car is still on, and pushing the shifter forward, trying to ensure it is all the way in Park does not resolve the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11680101, filed 2025-08Other or unknown: “Shift To Park displays in instrument panel when car is in Park. From my research this has been happening on GM cars since 2018, why is there no recall on this issue? People pay to get this replaced and then it happens again because GM has a potential fix, they are not even sure which part is causing the issue. Please help, I cannot afford to get this fixed and of course this happened right after the bumper-to-bumper warranty expired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11615446, filed 2024-09Engine: “Engine Yes my safety and others were at risk. I was driving and the car power down and two lights came on engine light and engine service came on and then service ECM message yes i got the engine light the first few months into my lease and i took back to the dealership that purchase and they promised they would fix the issue and now i got the engine like again. I don't feel safe in this car. i got the car serviced at the dealership in 02/14/2024 and they did not say thing was wrong with the car.”
NHTSA complaint #11586210, filed 2024-04Mileage when problems were reported
88% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10,150 and 31,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Buick Encore GX. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore GX · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 17.9% risk |
| Encore GX · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 18.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating; 2023: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 Buick Encore GX version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore GX AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 26 | 29 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Encore GX FWD | 1.2L 3-cyl | CVT | 29 | 31 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Encore GX FWD | 1.3L 3-cyl | CVT | 29 | 32 | 30 | $2,250 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 21V440000Jun 10, 2021Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift › StandCovers: Buick Encore GX 2020–2022, Chevrolet Trailblazer 2021–2022
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
Recall details for the 2022 Buick Encore GX → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 604 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038592Oct 16, 2026Other or unknown. PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11037252Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information provides the dealer information of the location of the rear seat child anchors.
- 11036594Sep 1, 2026Engine. Special Coverage. Certain 2022 model year Buick Encore GX and Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles, equipped with a 1.2L engine, may have a condition that could cause the turbocharger to fail. If this…
- 11036693Aug 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information provides a diagnostic tip for diagnosing an issue with Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise and Lane Keep Assist Turns Off or Inoperative.
- 11036392Aug 20, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- 11035349Jul 23, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the direction needed when encountering an issue with switching between adaptive cruise control and regular cruise control or an issue with…
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11034769Jun 23, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.
Other model years of the Buick Encore GX
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 300 | 1 | 5 | 30 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 33 | 27,810 | 2 | 5 | 30 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 28 | 18,000 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 36 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 34 | 29,293 | 1 | 5 | 30 | 42 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 53 | 45,000 | 2 | 5 | 31 | 57 · Typical | Rising |
| 2020 | 70 | 1,487 | 2 | 4 | 31 | 94 · More | Rising |
All Buick Encore GX model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Buick Encore GX have?
NHTSA recorded 34 consumer complaints for the 2022 Buick Encore GX as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Buick Encore GX is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 13 complaints (38% of the total), followed by electrical system with 10.
Has the 2022 Buick Encore GX been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 Buick Encore GX do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Buick Encore GX 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Buick Encore GX get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Buick Encore GX (Encore GX FWD, 1.2L 3-cyl) at 30 mpg combined, 29 city and 31 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Buick Encore GX reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 29,293 miles and the middle half falls between 10,150 and 31,000 miles; 88% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.