I've had plenty of Buick in the bay over the years, and the body and structural complaints on these don't surprise me. 293 on the NHTSA record across 32 model-year entries (2005–2019) is not a fluke. The 2008 Buick Enclave leads the list but the pattern shows up across multiple years and models. Not a one-off. 60 injury reports on the record — not a category to wave off. Repair exposure averages $1,500, which is meaningful money outside warranty. Across the 124 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 71,824 miles. For trucks especially, get under it with a flashlight. Frame rust on rust-belt vehicles tells you everything you need to know about how it was kept.
ProblemsByVin BUICK / BODY
32 model-year entries · 2005–2019
Buick body problems
293 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Buick vehicles for body issues. See body across all makes →
Complaints
293
Recalls
0
Year-models
32
Avg fix
$1,500
6crashes
2fires
60injuries
Worst-affected Buick model-years for body Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2008 Buick Enclave
51 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2006 Buick Lucerne
46 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2012 Buick Enclave
21 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2011 Buick Enclave
19 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2005 Buick LaCrosse
13 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2008 Buick Lucerne
11 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2010 Buick LaCrosse
9 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Buick Lucerne
9 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Buick Terraza
9 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2016 Buick Cascada
8 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2010 Buick Enclave
8 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2006 Buick Terraza
8 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2009 Buick Enclave
7 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2005 Buick Terraza
7 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2012 Buick LaCrosse
6 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2009 Buick Lucerne
6 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2011 Buick LaCrosse
5 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2013 Buick Verano
4 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2012 Buick Regal
4 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2010 Buick Lucerne
4 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2007 Buick LaCrosse
4 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2005 Buick Rendezvous
4 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2019 Buick Cascada
3 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2017 Buick Enclave
3 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2016 Buick Enclave
3 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
Active recalls — Buick body 1 on file
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles
If the service parts do not have energy-absorbing foam blocks, there may be an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17275.
Common questions
How many Buick body complaints are on file with NHTSA?
293 complaints across 32 model-year entries from 2005 to 2019. No active recall campaigns currently cover this category for Buick.
Which Buick model has the most body complaints?
The 2008 Buick Enclave leads with 51 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Lucerne (46) and 2012 Enclave (21).
What does it cost to fix Buick body problems?
Independent shops average $1,500 for body repairs across the Buick lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Buick body recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers body on Buick vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Buick.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.