Does the 2020 Buick Encore GX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Buick Encore GX, the most recent reported on June 10, 2021 (Equipment: mechanical, accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift, stand). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Buick Encore GX?

Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (19 complaints), followed by unknown or other (19).

How many 2020 Buick Encore GX complaints mention a crash or fire?

5 of 70 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 Buick Encore GX recalls and problems

2 recalls and 70 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Buick Encore GX.

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.

2020 Buick Encore GX recalls

Equipment: mechanical, accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift, stand

NHTSA campaign 21V440000 · reported June 10, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 135,400 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
The risk: A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. 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 A212335470.

Service brakes

NHTSA campaign 20V588000 · reported September 24, 2020 · General Motors LLC · 3,677 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
The risk: If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.

Most reported problems

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

Service brakes19
Unknown or other19
Power train18
Electrical system16
Engine14
Vehicle speed control6
Steering4
Air bags3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Engine and engine cooling2

What owners report

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

Sep 26, 2026 · Electrical system
While driving my 2020 Buick Encore GX, the vehicle experienced a sudden and dangerous loss of acceleration, immediately dropping into 'Reduced Engine power' limp mode in active traffic, but no other car was Infront or behind my car. A diagnostic scan revealed Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P2138, which triggered the…

Sep 14, 2026 · Engine
There was no service engine warning light on my dashboard. Pending codes in the pictures below popped up on my diagnostics tool less than 24 hours after buying the vehicle from an Audi Dealer. The engine went into limp mode as you can see from the picture below that shows Engine Power is Reduced. After researching…

Sep 8, 2026 · Power train
While reversing, the vehicle suddenly jumped/jerked unexpectedly. Another vehicle was parked close behind me, and I was afraid my vehicle was going to jump into it because the movement was sudden and difficult to control. On another occasion, while traveling approximately 20 mph through a longer curve, the vehicle…

Aug 29, 2026 · Electrical system
The cluster display shows "shift to park" even while vehicle is stopped, gear shift in park position, and engine is off.

Jul 22, 2026 · Engine
I am submitting this complaint regarding several serious mechanical and electrical issues with my 2020 Buick Encore GX that raise significant concerns about the vehicle's reliability and safety. Most concerning, I was recently informed by the dealership that my vehicle requires another transmission replacement…

Encore GX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2020	2	70	5
2021	2	53	2
2022	1	34	0
2023	0	28	0

Across all years, the 2020 Encore GX has the most complaints (70). All Buick Encore GX years →

Questions

Does the 2020 Buick Encore GX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Buick Encore GX, the most recent reported on June 10, 2021 (Equipment: mechanical, accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift, stand). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Buick Encore GX?: Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (19 complaints), followed by unknown or other (19).
How many 2020 Buick Encore GX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 5 of 70 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 26, 2026.