2013 Buick Encore owner complaints

My car had problems with overheating. I check my oil and coolant levels. My car show check engine light so I took it to mechanics to get check. The invoice states possible blown head gaskets. I research online similar complaints with other Buick Encore 2013. I just this car March 2023 has about 89000. I am making payments.

Early this year we start having problems with the check engine light coming on then the reduce power to engine coming on, so we took it back to the dealership we bought if from. So first we had to have three sensors changed, we did that and after that was done it still kept jumping on 4 time before it stopped. Then june of this year it started back we took it back to the dealership then they tell us we need a new catalytic converter, have that replaced again it keeps doing 3 more times then it stops. Well we figure we have the problem solved, but no on 10/26/2016 as my sister is getting on highway 57 in chicago the check engine light comes on and the reduce power to engine comes on, so now she is pulled over on the entrance ramp trying to get this car to act right, finally after she had to

There are toxic fumes and an odor emanating from the interior of my 2013 Buick encore. The upholstery seems to be the most likely source. The fumes have been causing a chronic burning sensation in our eyes, nose, throat, and which occasionally results in stomach discomfort and nausea. The fumes and odor intensify on sunny days and when taking extended trips. The issue has been reported to the gm dealer, where I purchased the car, over the past two years, however they have not taken action to resolve the issue, nor have they taken this matter seriously. We would like to get the car tested for toxic interior emissions, and would like help finding the proper testing facility or company that performs this test. Could you please recommend someone, whether a private company or governmental age

Premium trim level has forward collision warning. On at least six occasions beginning november of last year (2013), the forward collision warning has come on with no vehicle in front for hundreds of feet and has disengaged the cruise control, essentially causing the vehicle to coast until the accelerator was manually depressed. Four incidents occurred while traveling on the new jersey turnpike at 65 to 68 MPH; one incident occurred on a local road at 45 MPH; and one incident occurred on a local road traveling at 35 MPH (police patrolled area, use cruise to not exceed speed limit). During each episode, road conditions were dry and calm (no debris flying in front of the camera to trigger the feature, nor windshield wiper in use). After the first two incidents, it was brought up verbally

Turbo went out twice within 3 months. Also I waited for 6 weeks on a back ordered part. So much service work... Problem after problem this car is a lemon. The paint literally fell off the mirrors within the first year.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Buick encore. While driving approximately 80 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and stalled. The "reduced engine power" warning indicator illuminated. The failure occurred multiple times. The dealer stated that the throttle collar, which controlled all the fuel that feeds to the engine, was defective. The throttle collar was replaced and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 7,561.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Buick encore. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failures. One side of the vehicle was able to be heated through the vents while the other side was not able. The vehicle also jerked when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the electrical failure was confirmed. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted regarding the jerking and heating failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

In a line of traffic getting ready to make a left turn and without warning, the engine raced causing the car to accelerate and slam into the rear of another car causing over $5k worth of damage to the encore. The air bags did not go off. The impact was so intense that the rear glove box opened tossing the contents out into the trunk. *tr

Hesitation when accelerating to enter freeway or pass

The turbo charger is underboost and can explode the engine with oil flying everywhere

2013 Buick encore consumer wants to know if recalls are real or just some of them *cn

When I bought the car last year the dealer took $1900 of my money in a ruse - I will die before ever stepping foot in [xxx] ever again. I will not take this vehicle in for any safety recall. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Buick encore. The contact stated that while reversing out of the garage, the brakes squeaked and made a loud abnormal noise. There was no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to sid dillon Buick GMC - fremont dealer (402-317-5718, 2420 e 23rd st, fremont, ne 68025) where the brake pads were replaced. The failure recurred about two years later. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer where the brake pads and the rotors were replaced on the rear brakes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 26,437. *tt*jb

With vehicle in drive and the brake applied, the vehicle creeps forward and addition brake pressure need to be applied. This continues until the brake pedal is to the floor. The vehicle no longer crept forward when the pedal was to the floor. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 (na) Buick encore equipped with continental conti pro contact tires, size: p215/55/r18 (na). The contact stated that two of the four tires continued to lose air pressure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The tires were rotated, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle and tire failure mileage was 18,000. The VIN and DOT number were not available. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Buick encore. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14v488000 (seats). However, the part needed to do the repair was unable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

**no accident** since the purchase date of my car I have had trouble sliding the key into the ignition. It normally takes at least a few attempts and can require some light force to insert the key. After several attempts to resolve the issue, my local Buick dealership will be replacing the ignition during my appointment this week. As well, the last time I was at the dealer, another customer had the same complaint with the Buick encore. I am reporting this issue simple out of concern due to all of the ignition issues gm has recently had. As this is another potential issue I strongly feel it should be researched. Thank you! *tr

Driver of 2013 Buick encore was traveling at approximately 35-40 MPH when struck at perpendicular angle on passengers side. Control of the car was lost. The encore tipped, landing on the driver's side. Side curtain airbags deployed. The driver was conscious, but smelled fumes. An asthmatic, the driver sensed an oncoming attack and began screaming to be pulled from the vehicle. A heroic bystander climbed onto the vehicle, was able to open the passenger side door toward the sky, and pulled her from the vehicle before paramedics arrived. Amazingly, the driver walked away from the vehicle unharmed. According to reports, tipping under these conditions is rare. The 2013 Buick encore must be examined for a propensity to tip. *tr

Purchased a used 2013 Buick encore with 21,115 miles. After two (2) months the passenger airbag light starting showing off when my wife was seated in the car, she weighs 110 lbs. It would come on then go off or not come on at all. Took car to nearby dealership, they stated "no problem, we can adjust the sensor all the way down to 85 lbs." about half way home the passenger airbag off light came back on. After six (6) trips back to the dealership, which included replacing the seat sensor and the passenger presence module, the assistant service manager hooked up a computer to the car with my wife in the seat and the airbag light off. He said the computer was showing the seat occupied but the airbag disabled. He then stated he would have to keep the car and talk to the engineers at detroit. Th

Contact was driving a 2013 Buick encore (~58,000 miles) in a large parking lot when there was a sudden deceleration, the malfunction indicator lamp and traction off light came on with a message "engine power is reduced." message cleared after turning off the vehicle and restarting; malfunction indicator lamp remained on. Dealership states problem with throttle body and need to "clean carbon" -- $1,059 so far.