Buick ENVISTA problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
84 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
7,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2024 to 2026 model years. Data snapshot: . 15 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 37 of 84 complaints (44.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 16 | 19.0% |
| Steering behavior | 9 | 10.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 7 | 8.3% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 2.4% |
| Fuel system concerns | 2 | 2.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 1.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 |
| Unknown Or Other | 26 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 4 |
Electrical System: 37; Unknown Or Other: 26; Engine: 12; Service Brakes: 10; Vehicle Speed Control: 6; Exterior Lighting: 5; Steering: 5; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 10 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 3 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 10; 25,000 to 49,999: 3; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (10). 69 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 20 |
| 2025 | 44 |
| 2026 | 20 |
2024: 20; 2025: 44; 2026: 20
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 16 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 9 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 7 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11612358 · 2024-09-03 (September 3, 2024)
While sitting at a stoplight, my vehicle began chiming along with the following symbols illuminated on the dash: Brake System Warning Light, Antilock Brake System (ABS), Malfunction Indicator Lamp, Electronic Stability Control (ESC). I also received the following warning messages: "Brake System Failure Max Speed 62 mph," "Service Stabilitrak," & "Steering Assist Reduced." When the stoplight turned green, I accelerated at a low speed to get through the intersection so I could safely pull over. When I hit the brakes, I had to jam the brake peda…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11612358 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11616028 · 2024-09-23 (September 23, 2024)
On Friday, September 13, 2024, without warning, the instrument panel that shows the speed of the car (and left and right turn signals), turned off and went black (blank), while I was driving my brand new Buick, Envista. It was less than three months old at the time. The car’s mileage was at about 1,000 miles. I did not know what speed my car was going, other than by watching cars around me. I did not know if the car’s turn signals were working. I did not know if the car’s brake lights were working. I did not know if traffic behind me would know…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11616028 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11583380 · 2024-04-16 (April 16, 2024)
I bought my car in January with 7 miles on it. Back in February I tried to get back into my car and my car would not unlock from the remote or from my Buick app. The car was not responding. I had to wait 20 mins and remove the battery 3 times from the remote for it to work. Then I cannot connect my phone or my car does not respond to me pressing any buttons on my steering wheel.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11583380 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11686289 · 2025-09-10 (September 10, 2025)
The contact owns a 2024 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen; however, two seconds later, the instrument panel operated as intended. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The failure occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the body control module needed to be replaced. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V744000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included i…
Owner-reported narrative. 36,109 miles reported. Look up ODI 11686289 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11661005 · 2025-05-14 (May 14, 2025)
The contact owns a 2024 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while at a stoplight, the vehicle shut off unintendedly. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed and accelerating, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the instrument cluster screen was blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that there were no trouble codes retrieved. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and suggested to the contact that the vehi…
Owner-reported narrative. 7,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11661005 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11758777 · 2026-08-22 (August 22, 2026)
Vehicle has stalled when moving slowly and making a turn or slight turn. In all cases, the engine shuts off, all displays (instrument cluster and infotainment display) go black, and power accessories such as windows, radio, ac are all off. No warnings or service lights have appeared in the instrument cluster. July 4, 2026, morning – Vehicle stalled entering an alley, moving slowly and turning. This occurrence did not involve stopping previously to the stall as the next two did. In this instance the engine started again on its own and power ca…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11758777 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11700774 · 2025-11-21 (November 21, 2025)
On August 13, 2025, I purchased the 2025 Buick Envista from DeMontrond in Houston, Texas, for $31,000.00, with a down payment of $12,000. The car is a gift to my grandson who recently graduated from college and starting a job at the Emory University Hospital. On September 6, 2025, the car had to be taken to be repaired due to a “fuel filler pipe leaking”. I didn’t expect that a brand-new car would need to be repaired for something that seems to be dangerous. The fuel filler pipe is crucial for the safe and efficient transfer of fuel to the vehi…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11700774 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11747834 · 2026-07-01 (July 1, 2026)
Battery went completely dead during long distance drive, check engine light came on for fuel pump, back right tire went flat only 4k miles on the vehicle
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11747834 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11633375 · 2024-12-31 (December 31, 2024)
I purchased the vehicle on 12/21/24, and I now have a check engine light with a code related to "The Engine and Transmission System is not performing as expected. An issue has been detected in the Fuel Management System used to maintain, control, and monitor fuel consumption." I am not sure if my safety is at risk as the service center cannot currently schedule a service appointment to confirm the issue.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11633375 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
2024: 1; 2025: 0; 2026: 0