Verdict
2023 Buick Encore GX: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2023 Buick Encore GX — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 23 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 61% of 2023 SUVs. Electrical System leads the reports (17%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
23
Reports to NHTSA, 2023
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
30
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 61% of 2023 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (17% of 23 reports), followed by steering (17%).
+ 3 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 23 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11725113, ODI 11585477, ODI 11552368, ODI 11552370.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2023 Buick Encore GX SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2023 Buick Encore GX SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore GX FWD | 1.3L 3-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 32 | 30 |
| Encore GX FWD | 1.2L 3-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 31 | 30 |
| Encore GX AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 26 | 29 | 27 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2023 Buick Encore GX: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Buick Encore GX?
Owners filed 23 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Buick Encore GX — fewer complaints than 61% of comparable 2023 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2023 Buick Encore GX?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (17% of complaints) and steering (17%).
How many recalls does the 2023 Buick Encore GX have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2023 Buick Encore GX as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Buick Encore GX get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Buick Encore GX between 27 and 30 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.