Buick Encore problems
60 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
My 2014 Buick encore at random times when I turn the key to start the vehicle it just clicks once then complete power out even though the battery is fully charged. To deal with the issue I need to open the hood, unplug the negative from the battery and reconnect it. Then try…
The lower portion of the windshield fogs on the center and passenger side at the start of the engine then becomes a full windshield fog when I turn on the defog and fan _ completely obstructing vision. This has happened when the car is stationary or being drivn. Currently,…
While driving my car on march 26, 2020, my engine light came on. I took my car to keller's professional auto, who detected that my turbo had a crack all the way across, so I had to replace it. I only had 45,352 miles on my car. According to keller's and my research, the turbo…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick encore. The contact stated that the brake system failed. The brakes emitted a squeaking noise while reversing and driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The dealer was unable to correct the failure. The…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Buick Encore reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Buick Encore is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2014 Buick Encore?
On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Buick Encore does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Buick Encore?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 18 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 74,628 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 74,628 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Buick Encore has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Buick Encore?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 60 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.