2017 Buick Envision Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 25about this part
- Share
- 31%of 81 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 20,875miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 25 complaints about the electrical system of the 2017 Buick Envision, 31% of the 81 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,875 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Instrument cluster lights go out while driving ( #pic6333c ). As me are driving the instrument planal go blank for a few seconds to a minute, it is a driving hasard and can couse and acsident. I built an alarm syste for you ( 1980's ) that had a like problem, it turn out to be the clock rewind motor spiking the computer & re-booting the computer it need a fix now”
NHTSA complaint #11166722, filed 2019-01, 2,500 miles“When vehicle does automatic software updates from GM, it blows up the personalization menu. I am in physical therapy now from car seat that automatically went to position 1 when I opened car door. Easy exit had been turned on by update. I had it turned off because it never worked right with memory seats. Now after another update and menu was skewed again. Easy exit turned back on as well as seat heaters on start up. Both had been turned off in menu.”
NHTSA complaint #11156826, filed 2018-12, 3,890 miles“Computer screen display frequently goes very dim and sometimes completely out several times there has been no display showing when we were backing up plus the warning beeper didn't come on. We have had 2 minor accidents when we were backing up because of the failure of the computer screen and warning beeper. I have complained to our dealership holm automotive in abilene , ks for at least 2 years and they do not seem to think it is a problem. I have many photos and videos plus a handwritten log of this issue. I have also been in contact with Buick.”
NHTSA complaint #11165120, filed 2019-01, 50,008 miles“Rear tailgate requires manual operation to open, close, and lock. The vehicle is equipped with automatic lift gate controls on the driver door and also by swiping foot under rear bumper. I have documented four times in the past month that the tailgate will not operate properly. Each time however that I bring the vehicle to the dealership, the tailgate works properly. The mechanic said it is probably the actuator, but until I can bring it to them when it's not working there is nothing they can do. There was one instance were the tailgate wouldn't lock even when manually operated. …”
NHTSA complaint #11208792, filed 2019-05, 13,000 miles“Entire dash cluster has gone out. Screen completely black. Including after update in june 2019. Car was in motion, happens at various speeds. Almost cause an accident. Dealer unable to source issue after 3 visits to date in 2019. Gm technicians unable to solve issue. Gm and dealer does not believe this to be safety is and keeps allowing car to be returned to service.”
NHTSA complaint #11265989, filed 2019-10, 30,000 milesRelated 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 50% |
| 2024 | 5 | 38% |
| 2023 | 8 | 31% |
| 2022 | 10 | 38% |
| 2021 | 5 | 22% |
| 2020 | 2 | 17% |
| 2019 | 3 | 13% |
| 2018 | 4 | 27% |
| 2017 | 25 | 31% |
| 2016 | 4 | 21% |
Other parts of the 2017 Buick Envision
22 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Buick Envision
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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