2014 Buick Encore Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 22%of 60 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,770miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the electrical system of the 2014 Buick Encore, 22% of the 60 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,770 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Deat battery I've had this car for six weeks and have had triple a out three times to jump me. Once it starts the battery recharges its-self. They also tested the alternator too and its testing fine. This car has less than 15,000 miles and I am the 3rd owner. Last week took it to the dealership and they told me it checks out fine. The car sits more than 3 days will not start. Yes, three days!!!! There is something that runs in the back ground of this car that is zapping the battery. …”
NHTSA complaint #11010370, filed 2017-07, 1,475 miles“Rear view camera system: when backing out of my garage during light hours the display is useless. The light sensor takes from one minute to fifteen minutes before the display goes bright. Since my driveway crosses a sidewalk the display is useless in that situation and a safety hazzard. The dealer advised me there was nothing they could do about it. The light sensor is mounted on top of the dashboard, so it has a clear view of light conditions.”
NHTSA complaint #10649716, filed 2014-10, 50 miles“We had our 2014 Buick Encore 8 months and it ran great until it sat idle for 10 days. Then, it failed to start. The battery was dead . We charged the battery and took the vehicle to the dealership who reported nothing wrong. They advised if it happened again to have the vehicle towed in. After sitting idle for about 12 days the end of june, same problem. Vehicle failed to start and was towed to the dealership (by our aaa coverage) who again reported no problems. Gm authorized the dealership to release the vehicle to us without fixing the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10744905, filed 2015-07, 10,064 miles“After owning my 2014 Buick Encore for only 64 days I went to start the vehicle and the car would not start. I had the car jumped and drove it to the dealer who tested the battery and the battery failed, so the dealer installed a new battery. Today, which is mother's day I went to start the vehicle and the battery is completely dead and no lights or anything would light up. So after having a new battery in my Buick Encore for only 69 days I am left with another trip to the dealer to sort out some problem in the electrical system to find out what is draining the life out of this new battery. …”
NHTSA complaint #10715554, filed 2015-05, 14,986 miles“When start up, AC automatically starts and compressor sounds like loud dragging noise and no cold air comes out!! This has happened 3 times since purchased on 1/18/2018.”
NHTSA complaint #11297902, filed 2020-01, 62,000 milesRelated recalls
- 14V417000Jul 2, 2014General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013…Covers: Buick Encore 2013–2014, Chevrolet Sonic 2012–2014, Buick Verano 2013–2014 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11017595Apr 3, 2025This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.
- 11017244Mar 31, 2025The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other…
- 11017207Mar 21, 2025This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414…
- 11017031Mar 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This 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.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11012929Jan 7, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 11011805Dec 6, 2024This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
- 11009170Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 11% |
| 2020 | 4 | 21% |
| 2019 | 10 | 11% |
| 2018 | 9 | 12% |
| 2017 | 4 | 4% |
| 2016 | 9 | 11% |
| 2015 | 30 | 24% |
| 2014 | 13 | 22% |
| 2013 | 8 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2014 Buick Encore
25 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Buick Encore
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology