ON 11/30, WE TURNED ON THE CAR, THE ENGINE LIGHT ON THE DASH CAME ON TO SERVICE ENGINE. WE TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP. WE WERE INFORMED THE PROBLEM IS IN THE TRANSMISSION. IT NEEDED A TORQUE CONVERTER, A PUMP AND NEW GASKETS. THEY'VE HAD THE CAR SINCE 12/2, AND INFORMED US THEY WERE WAITING FOR THE GASKETS WHICH WILL POSSIBLY BE TWO MORE WEEKS.
2014 buick Enclave powertrain problems
severe 18 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
18
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The Service Air Bags indicator has been on for 3 years and I have tried to get this taken care of with Buick, East Side Madison as I have indicated on another complaint form December 06 2024 NHTSA ID Number: 11629225. Now, today my daughter tried to open the door and the car's electrical system went haywire and would not let her out. I had to manually get a key to unlock the door. The electrica…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2014 buick Enclave?
It's a meaningful issue. 18 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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