MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Buick Enclave Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 1,044 total NHTSA owner complaints and 29 federal recall campaigns for the Buick Enclave.
Best Enclave Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Enclave Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Enclave | 7 / 10 | 36(8/10k) | 0 | Critical Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Enclave | 7.6 / 10 | 7(1.6/10k) | 0 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Enclave | 7.5 / 10 | 19(4.2/10k) | 0 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Enclave | 7.6 / 10 | 13(2.9/10k) | 1 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Enclave | 7.5 / 10 | 25(5.6/10k) | 2 | Low Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Enclave | 5.8 / 10 | 56(12.4/10k) | 6 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Enclave | 7.3 / 10 | 42(9.3/10k) | 1 | Critical Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Enclave | 7.1 / 10 | 64(14.2/10k) | 0 | Critical Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Enclave | 3.7 / 10 | 179(39.8/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Enclave | 4.5 / 10 | 140(31.1/10k) | 4 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Enclave | 3.7 / 10 | 171(38/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Enclave | 3.6 / 10 | 292(64.9/10k) | 7 | Critical Risk | Audit 2014 |