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Buick Encore GX AWD
Buick · Cars · 2024
Buick Encore GX AWD (2024)
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⚠ 16 complaints
Status
Certified
Long track record, no issues found
Status Certified — verified clean safety record across 5+ years of official monitoring.
Specifications
Engine Size1.5L
Fuel TypeRegular
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG27 MPG
Buick Encore GX AWD Comparison with Similar Vehicles
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Price$26,300–$34,000$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity1.5L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegularRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
TransmissionContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)Automatic (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 2024 Buick Encore GX AWD offers a certified safety status and a robust 191 horsepower engine, making it a capable choice for your daily drives. Its all-wheel-drive system provides confidence on various road conditions, complemented by an efficient automatic 9-speed transmission.

Pros
  • Certified safety status
  • No recalls on record
  • All-wheel drive capability
  • 191 horsepower engine
Cons
  • 16 complaints on record
  • Regular fuel type
Complaints16 total
BUICK ENCORE GX 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
medium
The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occurred every 31 seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed VCU module. The contact was informed that the VCU module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. In addition, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under an unknown recall or warranty program. The failure mileage was approximately 55,300.
NHTSAUSMay 2026Source →
BUICK ENCORE GX 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
low
The information screen has gone totally black and calls are cutting in and out. In my research I've seen there was a recall for this issue on this year and model but, it does not show for my particular vehicle.
NHTSAUSJan 2026Source →
BUICK ENCORE GX 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
low
door locks don't work. This is the second time in less than a year. Last time it took Buick 28 days to fix. Vehicle wont lock while driving or when parked. No warning. The dealer has had the vehicle since 10-20-25.
NHTSAUSOct 2025Source →
BUICK ENCORE GX 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
high
The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the electrical system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V744000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000.
NHTSAUSAug 2025Source →
BUICK ENCORE GX 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
low
The instrument panel gets really hot. I've taken the car to a dealer to diagnose the problem but they say that that can't find anything wrong .There were no warning lights or any message. I purchased the car in 2025 and it already had a little over 10,000 miles on it. Not just the instrument panel gets hot, but, also yhe panel where the radio is.
NHTSAUSAug 2025Source →
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Status history
Uncertain→Certified1 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 98. 2 data points. v3 scoring.
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