I've had plenty of Buick in the bay over the years, and the brake complaints on these don't surprise me. 308 on the NHTSA record across 47 model-year entries (2005–2025) is not a fluke. The complaints are spread across the lineup — no single model is doing all the work. That tells you it's an engineering or supplier pattern, not a one-off bad year. 31 crash reports and 14 injuries on the record. Severity is real, not theoretical. Repair cost runs around $450 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Across the 54 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 46,108 miles. Pulsing, grinding, soft pedal — none of those should sit more than a week. Brake problems compound fast on a vehicle already on the list.
Buick brakes problems
308 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Buick vehicles for brakes issues. 2 active recall campaigns. See brakes across all makes →
Worst-affected Buick model-years for brakes Top 25 by complaint volume
Active recalls — Buick brakes 3 on file
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to March 18, 2016
If there is a loss of brake fluid, braking performance may be reduced or lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
On certain passenger vehicles, the clip that secures the brake pushrod to the brake pedal arm pin could have been bent when it was installed
Pushing on the pedal will not apply the brakes and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
Common questions
How many Buick brakes complaints are on file with NHTSA?
308 complaints across 47 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 2 active recall campaigns cover brakes issues across the Buick lineup.
Which Buick model has the most brakes complaints?
The 2005 Buick LaCrosse leads with 24 complaints in this category. Next: 2017 Envision (16) and 2011 Regal (16).
What does it cost to fix Buick brakes problems?
Independent shops average $450 for brakes 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 brakes recalls?
Yes — 3 active recall campaigns cover brakes on Buick vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.