2014 Buick Encore owner complaints

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 should last for 100,000 to 150,000 miles.

Experiencing oil blow by in cylinder block and catylic converter failure

The contact owns a 2014 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitant to accelerate and lost power while on an incline. Traction and engine warning light was illuminated The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the failure was due to the thermostat heater control circuit and a faulty catalytic converter. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 61,009

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick encore. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle hesitated with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive to her destination. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer bohn Buick GMC located at 3815 lapalco blvd, harvey, la 70058, (504) 347-4070, where the vehicle was diagnosed with needing the purge valve, intake manifold, valve cover with pvc system and hose to be replaced and the PCM-r to be updated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the repairs were completed. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,100.

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick encore. When the contact turned off her vehicle, the cooling fan kept running and caused the battery to die. The vehicle had to be to restarted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer (allen tillery auto, 4573 central ave, hot springs, ar 71913, 501-881-4160) where it was diagnosed that the cooling fan relay was fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty and there were no recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 62,374.

Coolant leak and cover gasket failure. Buick has been in the shop multiple times for coolant issues and leaks. Next step is for the shop to remove the entire front end to adequately repair. Constant issue and other complaint relay the same

My vehicle was in motion on the highway at an approximate speed of 65mph and suddenly I heard a strange pop. My car immediately went into limp mode causing my speed to drop to 25mph on a moderately crowded interstate highway. Due to the dangerous nature of this issue, I drove on the shoulder to the closest exit and drove the car to the closest dealership. 6 different trouble codes were pulled on the vehicle. I purchased my vehicle less than 6 months ago along with a gmpp extended warranty. For two weeks, the warranty could not be found and I was calling numerous warranty companies trying to find out what occurred with my warranty. After the 2 weeks of calls and confusion, the dealership stated that they would cover the pcv valve issue that they had diagnosed to be the problem. The de

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick encore. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle loss motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact also stated that the vehicle shook violently while driving to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the turbo charger waste gate was cracked and needed to be replaced. The turbo charger was replaced and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 71,350. *ln *js*dt*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick encore. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact replaced the battery however, the vehicle stalled after five minutes. The vehicle was towed to deacon jones Chevrolet Buick GMC of clinton (1615 sunset ave, clinton, nc 28328 (910) 684-4834) where the vehicle was diagnosed with a crack in the engine block. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

I pulled out of a gas station and about 1 mile down the road my car all of a sudden would not accelerate; it was stuck at a maximum of 35mph. The transmission/check engine light did not go on for at least another mile until I was able to pull off the side of the road. Car was towed to a local AAMCO where it was determined that entire transmission failed with no warning whatsoever.

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Buick encore. While driving 70 MPH, the blind spot detector failed to operate. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 02/19/16*lj updated 02/25/16.*jb

The car only has 54700 I am orginal owner. Drivers seat does not work, Catalytic converter, GM Service Bulletin #43210. Ask if your VIN is affected or if they’ve seen similar failures in 2014 models. This car is a lemon.

The Buick encore has 15,000 miles on it, the last 2,000 miles or so the engine hesitates any speeds. It does not stall but it keeps hesitating. The car has been taken to the dealership twice, the problem has not been fixed

Service engine light (po420 code) came on and vehicle begin to vibrate at start up especially. Temp gauge showed overheating with no signs of overheating. Thermostat housing replaced. Service engine light came on again after repair. Mechanic shop replaced converter that was faulty (po420 code) a week later. Service engine light came on (po 420 code) (171 code) mechanic shop replaced catalytic converter, r&r front. , left shop that day engine light came on again. Replace catalytic sensor, next day service engine light came on again. Replace oxygen regulator part and valve coil, (same codes everytime), the service engine light came on again 2 days later. I have spent over $1300.00 and still have the engine service light on. I have been driving vehicle during this time.I have invoices

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 again. I do this at least once every week, sometimes multiple times throughout a single day. It also does it when a new battery is used. Ive also has a mechanic inspect the vehicle and was so frustrated that everything seems okay but just couldnt figure out why the vehicle don't start. 12 hours of searching for the source of the problem , After giving up on the vehicle I turn the key and it turned on. Other time the vehicle will turn off when already driving. I need this problem fixed. I honestly regret financing thi

Rear view camera system: when backing out of my garage during light hours the display is useless. The light sensor takes from one minute to fifteen minutes before the display goes bright. Since my driveway crosses a sidewalk the display is useless in that situation and a safety hazzard. The dealer advised me there was nothing they could do about it. The light sensor is mounted on top of the dashboard, so it has a clear view of light conditions. *tr

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, it is at the dealership for the 2nd time requesting repairs. The event is recurring.

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 manufacturer was notified. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 200.

Tires with weak spots on all 4 tires of the same brand, line and size. Continental contiprocontact p215/55 r18 94h p5oa bn7 1114

Camshaft cover failed pcv system had cover replaced at 50,000 miles under power train warranty engine light comes vehicle stalls at stop light this happened again at 80,000 miles this time because of causing to much vacum had to replace intake manifold gasket so it is my thought maybe Buick should put this camshaft cover with pcv system on recall same part failed again.