Does the 2017 Buick Envision have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Buick Envision, the most recent reported on May 31, 2018 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Envision?

Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (25 complaints), followed by service brakes (19).

How many 2017 Buick Envision complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 81 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 Buick Envision recalls and problems

4 recalls and 81 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Buick Envision.

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.

2017 Buick Envision recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 18V358000 · reported May 31, 2018 · General Motors LLC · 895 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
The risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 17V412000 · reported June 29, 2017 · General Motors LLC · 10 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."
The risk: If the service parts do not have energy-absorbing foam blocks, there may be an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17275.

Equipment · Seats: front assembly, head restraint

NHTSA campaign 17V404000 · reported June 27, 2017 · General Motors LLC · 768 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints would fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
The risk: If the head restraint posts are not fully engaging in the seat back, the head restraint may loosen or dislodge, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints and tablet holders for the correct installation, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17239/17258.

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 16V516000 · reported July 7, 2016 · General Motors LLC · 4,558 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
The risk: Incorrect weight information may cause an owner to overload the vehicle. Overloading may reduce vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label as necessary, free of charge. The began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 56340.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system25
Service brakes19
Engine11
Unknown or other11
Power train10
Steering8
Exterior lighting7
Service brakes, hydraulic4
Seat belts3
Structure3

What owners report

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

Jul 22, 2026 · Service brakes
When I stop at traffic lights, my car does not immediately turn back on (it has the auto stop feature). It flashes "parking brake released" on the dashboard. Then, it starts back up. Sometimes, it has not started back up right away & the steering wheel seizes. It has also said, "Assisted Steering Reduced" &…

Apr 29, 2026 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 71,069 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the brakes became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to use the terrain-driving system to continue driving. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…

Feb 16, 2026 · Service brakes
Driver side front rubber brake line blew out causing all fluid to leak out while my wife was driving it 2/14/2026

Jan 29, 2026 · Electrical system
2017 Buick envision failed an annual smog check with OBD trouble codes: P0700; P2535; and U0100. P0700 is related to a transmission issue.

Jan 23, 2026 · Unknown or other
The liftgate has randomly started closing on me while I'm loading groceries at least 3 times in the past year. Every time it has hit me in the forehead with enough force to cause intense pain for several days. Otherwise, it works normally so there is no way I know to intentionally reproduce the issue. It has not been…

Envision model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2016	5	19	0	0
2017	4	81	2	2
2018	0	15	0	0
2019	0	23	2	0
2020	0	12	2	0

Across all years, the 2017 Envision has the most complaints (81). All Buick Envision years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Buick Envision have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Buick Envision, the most recent reported on May 31, 2018 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Envision?: Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (25 complaints), followed by service brakes (19).
How many 2017 Buick Envision complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 81 complaints report a crash and 2 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 July 22, 2026.