Does the 2022 Buick Encore GX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 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 2022 Buick Encore GX?

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (13 complaints), followed by electrical system (10).

How many 2022 Buick Encore GX complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 34 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 Buick Encore GX recalls and problems

1 recall and 34 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 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.

2022 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.

Most reported problems

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

Power train13
Electrical system10
Unknown or other10
Engine5
Engine and engine cooling3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Equipment1
Seats1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Wheels1

What owners report

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

Oct 22, 2026 · Unknown or other
I am reporting a recurring safety issue involving unexpected stalling and loss of propulsion in a 2022 Buick Encore GX. In February 2026, the dealership replaced the vehicle's transmission with a rebuilt transmission. Since then, the vehicle has continued to experience sporadic stalling and drivability failures over…

Oct 7, 2026 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 30,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the ABS sensor was failing. The dealer stated that the failing part was Part Number: 42907268. The part was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle remained at the…

Sep 3, 2026 · Electrical system
At 15,000 miles the check engine light came on while going to a store. At the store, the vehicle was put in park and tried to shut off engine. The dash said "shift to park". Took to the dealer, was told sensor went out on transmission. They said it was the electronic controle module. They didn't think that was part of…

Aug 27, 2026 · Equipment · 28,586 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the emissions warning light illuminated and hot air was coming from the A/C unit, despite the A/C cooling setting being activated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the purge pump and an…

Aug 14, 2026 · Electrical system
CAR BEGAN GIVING AN ALERT THAT SAID "SHIFT TO PARK" WHEN VEHICLE WAS CLEARLY IN PARK BUT CAR WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. I CALLED BUICK CUSTOMER SERVICE, THEY SAID TO TAKE IT TO A DEALERSHIP & HAVE THE PROBLEM CONFIRMED WITH THE SERVICE DEPT. & THEY WOULD OPEN A CASE FOR ME. (THEY DID NOT TELL ME NOT TO HAVE IT FIXED). I KNEW…

Encore GX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2020	2	70	5	0
2021	2	53	2	0
2022	1	34	0	0
2023	0	28	0	0
2024	2	33	0	0
2025	1	15	0	1

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

Questions

Does the 2022 Buick Encore GX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 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 2022 Buick Encore GX?: Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (13 complaints), followed by electrical system (10).
How many 2022 Buick Encore GX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 34 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 22, 2026.