2020 Buick Encore: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Buick Encore: 2 recalls, 19 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats, Seats Vehicle recall #20V537000 · 2020 · 105 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats May not have been installed.
Why it matters: If an occupied front seat is missing the rear attachment bolts, it May move during a crash, increasing risk of injury to the occupant.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V668000 · 2020 · 194,105 vehicles
What's wrong: The start/stop accumulator endcap May have missing bolts.
Why it matters: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and May progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source May increase the risk of fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (7): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (4): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
The 2020 Buick Encore has 19 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 10 Encore model years for complaints (well below the 60 average). Complaints peaked in 2023 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 24,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (86 complaints, 2 recalls), 2021 (9 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 30 | 27 | Regular |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 29 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Buick Encore have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Buick Encore. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Buick Encore problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (7), electrical (4), transmission & drivetrain (4).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Buick Encore get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (1.4 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Buick Encore repair manual?
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