2019 Buick Envision recalls and problems
No recalls and 23 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Buick Envision.
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.
2019 Buick Envision recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Driving home from work and I seen the "service brake assist" light popped on. I did not know what that meant, until I tried to slow down around a curve. The brake pedal was extremely firm and mad stopping in time almost impossible. I made it home and looked on internet for answers. I checked the sensors, brake fluid…
The turbo failed by reducing speed all a sudden when I was driving on the freeway. Got the problem repaired and not even a month later same thing is happening again.
The envision started losing power, the engine would not gain speed or if it did it was very slow, had the booster vacuum sensor changed, Sudden loss of power or sluggish acceleration, In the beginning the noise/whining was not loud however increased from the engine. Took to a repair shop, could not figure it out…
There are currently two items to report on this vehicle: 1) Failure of the gear shift. The replacement is not available for inspection. PCM found defective. The PCM was not seeing the transmission in park or neutral. The shifter assembly had to be replaced. The vehicle was not driveable and had to be towed for repair…
I have a warning on my dash, "Service Brake Assist" that comes on and off, but will not stay on. The dealer says they can't identify the problem unless it stays on and then bring it in. I did some research and find a class action complaint suit in 4 different states, of several GM cars manufactured between 2017…
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 |
| 2021 | 2 | 23 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2017 Envision has the most complaints (81). All Buick Envision years →
Questions
- Does the 2019 Buick Envision have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2019 Buick Envision as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Buick Envision?
- Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (6 complaints), followed by unknown or other (4).
- How many 2019 Buick Envision complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 2 of 23 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 July 15, 2026.