OverviewSpecifications
Buick Enclave FWD
Buick · Cars · 2025
Buick Enclave FWD (2025)
87
⚠ 22 complaints
Status
Safe
Good track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size3.6L
Fuel TypeRegular
Transmission9 speed automatic
Combined MPG23 MPG
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Price—$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity3.6L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegularRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission9 speed automaticAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2025 Buick Enclave FWD offers a spacious SUV experience with a 3.6L engine delivering 310 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. Enjoy a comfortable ride with an 8-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel-drive system designed for everyday journeys.

Pros
  • Safe vehicle status
  • No recalls on record
  • Low complaint history
  • Good highway MPG
Cons
  • 22 complaints on record
  • Below-average city MPG
Complaints22 total
BUICK ENCLAVE 2025 STEERING
low
Driving at 30mph and all the dashboard lights turned on and all the warnings kept popping on the dashboard and 30 seconds later the brakes were not working when I was approaching a busy intersection. I was able to pump the brakes and stop the vehicle and put it in park and the vehicle shut off and nothing would work - not even the hazard lights. The vehicle is currently at the dealership being assessed.
NHTSAUSMay 2026Source →
BUICK ENCLAVE 2025 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
medium
The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the cruise control mode became inoperable, and the vehicle unexpectedly shut off. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, messages related to the braking system, forward collision system and the ABS were displayed. Additionally, the ABS was inoperable during inclement weather, and the vehicle became unsafe to drive. The contact pulled over to the side of the road because children were also inside the vehicle. The contact’s husband then drove the vehicle to the dealer, where the failure was duplicated, and several diagnostic trouble codes were retrieved. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was a known issue and that several technical service bulletins related to the failure had been issued. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and posed a risk to the contact and other drivers. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
BUICK ENCLAVE 2025 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
low
The car frequently just slams on the brakes on its own when reversing. Doesn’t matter the speed, and nothing is behind me at all. It also triggers a check engine light with transmission errors if you get a car wash and it is even mildly cold. Transmission errors when it gets too cold or snow in the grill.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
BUICK ENCLAVE 2025 AIR BAGS
high
The contact owned a 2025 Buick Enclave. While the contact’s daughter was driving through an intersection on a green light at an undisclosed speed, a truck crashed into the front driver’s side of the vehicle. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. The contact and his wife and daughter were all transported for medical attention and were checked for injuries. The contact received a CT scan and was currently undergoing physical therapy and pain management injections for back and hip injuries. The contact’s wife underwent CT scans, and the daughter was awaiting an MRI result following the follow-up with the primary care physician. A Police report was filed, and the vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the crash, and the manufacturer provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 14,300.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
BUICK ENCLAVE 2025 SERVICE BRAKES
low
This happens every single day, not just today, but are two separate issues related to my brakes. 1- squealing brakes. Every single day and for several miles before they warm up. The first time I brought this issue to the attention of the dealership, they replaced the brakes, and there was no squealing for just a few days. I forced the dealership within a week to let them know, I had to bring it back in, and they said they were fine and would just squeal. To this day, I have no idea if this is safe or not, but haven’t been able to receive a message that they squeal for any specified reason, which does not ease safety concerns. 2- my app told me that I had only 18% brake pad life remaining when I was around 11k miles. I took it in and they said they just reset the sensor without fixing the brakes because they didn’t know why it was doing that - its now clear to me that this isn’t an accurate reflection of true brake life measurements and is most likely just based off of miles driven instead of a true measurement, as advertised. I love this car, but am super disappointed that my brakes are so consistently loud - it’s both embarrassing and worrisome. And to make the dealership aware and just have them reset a sensor for this completely separate concern is honestly obnoxious.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
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Status history
Certified→Safe8 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 17 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 95. 7 data points. v3 scoring.
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