Does the 2023 Buick Envision have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Buick Envision, the most recent reported on December 8, 2022 (Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Buick Envision?

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by power train (5).

How many 2023 Buick Envision 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.

2023 Buick Envision recalls and problems

1 recall and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 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.

2023 Buick Envision recalls

Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software

NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · reported December 8, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · 740,108 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system8
Power train5
Engine4
Service brakes4
Back over prevention3
Unknown or other3
Fuel system, gasoline2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Lane departure2
Service brakes, hydraulic2

What owners report

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

Oct 5, 2026 · Electrical system
The battery repeatedly discharged and became flat when the vehicle was left unused for several days. This has occurred 4 times to date December 14th 2023 November 12th 2024 December 17th 2025 March 23rd 2026 Each time Buick replaces the battery, they blame something else. They did send an engineer to review it on…

Sep 10, 2026 · Power train · 77,000 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at 67 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly jerked and then lost motive power without warning lights being illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to a service center where it was diagnosed that the transmission…

Sep 3, 2026 · Air bags
I purchased this vehicle on […]. Dealership was: PM AUTO GALLERY, LLC. This vehicle had a salvaged title due to an accident several months earlier. Pablo Mazlumian is the proprietor & owner. He did disclose that this Buick Envision was salvaged, yet in good working order. He recommended getting the vehicle inspected…

Aug 4, 2026 · Power train
On July 23, 2026, the transmission failed. I was driving for a weekend getaway (4.5 hrs from my home) and the transmission jerked extremely hard three times and I lost control of the car. I was driving through the mountains at 8pm. The RPM was in the red zone, even though my speed was fairly low. The car would not go…

May 11, 2026 · Unknown or other
Onstar module out. Car can not be detected of location. Can not use gps. In the event of accident onstar can not help me this is a safety problem for a woman especially. When it first went out the car would not cut completely off had to disconnect battery. The gps light stays on with a line through it. Can’t use blue…

Envision model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2020	0	12	2
2021	2	23	2
2022	1	26	0
2023	1	26	0
2024	1	13	0
2025	0	10	0
2026	1	0	0

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

Questions

Does the 2023 Buick Envision have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Buick Envision, the most recent reported on December 8, 2022 (Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Buick Envision?: Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by power train (5).
How many 2023 Buick Envision 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 5, 2026.