Does the 2021 Buick Enclave have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Buick Enclave, the most recent reported on March 31, 2022 (Air bags: side/window, curtain). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Buick Enclave?

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (6).

How many 2021 Buick Enclave complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 26 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Buick Enclave recalls and problems

2 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Buick Enclave.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Buick Enclave recalls

Air bags: side/window, curtain

NHTSA campaign 22V210000 · reported March 31, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · 89 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
The risk: Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212352140.

Air bags: sensor, frontal impact

NHTSA campaign 21V472000 · reported June 24, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 6 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave vehicles. During service by dealers, certain vehicles may have received incorrect air bag calibration software that may affect frontal airbag deployment.
The risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the air bag calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N212340220.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes7
Electrical system6
Unknown or other4
Seat belts3
Structure3
Engine2
Latches/locks/linkages2
Power train2
Forward collision avoidance1
Fuel/propulsion system1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 1, 2026 · Service brakes
Eboost intermittent. Loss of brakes.

Jul 28, 2026 · Seat belts · 90,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the contact and her daughter inside the vehicle, her daughter's seat belt became extremely tight. The seat belt failed to unlatch, forcing the contact to cut the seat belt to remove her daughter from the seat. The…

Jun 17, 2026 · Power train
The muffler and tail pipe has fallen off 6 times and ive had to get repaired. I believe it is due to the bad torque converter that others have complained about and goggle says that is a likely failure on the buick.

Jun 15, 2026 · Structure
The liftgate of my vehicle began opening on it's own at no apparent interval, but now occurs frequently while waiting for a repair part to come in. This has happened while parked - including in public parking lots (where someone malicious could have entered the vehicle and the closed the liftgate after entering the…

Jun 10, 2026 · Seat belts
Passenger side seatbelt latch gets stuck so when trying to buckle it doesn’t go in, you have to try multiple times. Get a notification on dashboard every once in a while saying seatbelt or airbag issue contact dealer. Warning light (air bag and seatbelt system) lights up. My safety is put at risk as I am pregnant and…

Enclave model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	0	66	5	0
2019	1	44	2	1
2020	6	61	3	0
2021	2	26	0	0
2022	1	14	2	0
2023	0	22	2	0
2024	0	7	1	0

Across all years, the 2008 Enclave has the most complaints (536). All Buick Enclave years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Buick Enclave have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Buick Enclave, the most recent reported on March 31, 2022 (Air bags: side/window, curtain). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Buick Enclave?: Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (6).
How many 2021 Buick Enclave complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 26 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 1, 2026.