Last updated: 2026-10-10

2025 Buick Enclave
RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2025 Buick Enclave Reliability Report

The 2025 Buick Enclave has good reliability and no recalls, but owners report blank dash screens and brake problems, some serious.

Recalls

0

Complaints

31

Complaint Rate

10.4per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,600–$2,850

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity67/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity85/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Rates good with no recalls, but owners report blacked-out dash screens and early brake master cylinder failures.

Top Issues to Watch

  • SERVICE BRAKES (8)
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8)
  • POWER TRAIN (3)

Should You Buy the 2025 Buick Enclave?

Good is the standing here. This model year rates above average among 2025 SUVs and lands in the middle of the nine Enclave years scored. Federal recall records list no recalls. The 2024 rates about the same, and the 2026 rates better but has no owner complaints filed yet.

Electrical and brake complaints lead, with 8 each. Owners describe the digital dash and infotainment screens going black, which takes the speedometer, fuel gauge and backup camera with them. Dealer software updates do not always fix it. On the brake side, some pedals drop to the floor at startup, and dealers traced warning lights to a failed master cylinder at 400 and 650 miles. A few owners report the engine shutting down while driving with no warning, and a transmission that shudders and then limits speed.

Ask the seller for service records covering dash software updates and any brake work. Test the car cold, and watch the screens and the pedal feel. A 2024 with similar standing is worth comparing.

Compared to the 2026 Buick Enclave, which scored 4 points higher. See also the 2024 Buick Enclave for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Acceptable reliability score
  • +No recalls issued
  • +Only 31 complaints reported

Cons

  • −Above-average complaint rate for SUV
  • −ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues reported (8 complaints)
  • −SERVICE BRAKES: Brakes squeal loudly at low speeds and when cold, and the brake pad life... (8 complaints)

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Common Problem Categories

Other

HIGH RISK
  • SERVICE BRAKES (8)
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

0

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Buick Enclave — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

10.4

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 3.5

LowAvgHigh
Moderate

Safety Incidents

2

Crashes

0

Fires

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Buick Enclave? Check its history first

Service brakes problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Buick Enclave, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2025 Buick Enclave NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Rollover risk: 17.4%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Not Available)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Front Center Air Bag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (TBD)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver/Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Buick EnclaveRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5Maintenance rating: 3.5 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Buick Enclave Resale Value

The Buick Enclave is estimated to retain about 51.4% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Buick Enclave model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.

Value Retained
51.4%

after 5 years

Depreciation
48.6%

over the same period

Listings Analyzed
175

U.S. used-car listings

Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

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MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

21–23 MPG

Fuel cost: $2,600–$2,850/yr

Fuel only

19–20 city / 24–27 hwy MPG

Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
Enclave FWD 2.5L 4-cylFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 8-spd202723$2,600
Enclave AWD 2.5L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic 8-spd192421$2,850

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Buick Enclave.

  • Restart the car several times and confirm the digital dash shows speed, fuel level and backup camera views every time.

  • With the engine running, press the brake pedal firmly and walk away if it sinks toward the floor.

  • Ask for service records showing brake master cylinder work, repeated software updates, or repairs delayed by backordered parts.

  • Drive slowly on cold brakes, listen for loud squealing, and check the brake pad life reading.

  • Drive in traffic and reverse in an empty lot, watching for false collision alerts or hard automatic braking.

  • Accelerate firmly from a stop and feel for transmission shudder or vibration like driving over rumble strips.

  • Ask whether the engine was ever replaced or the car ever stalled at speed, and get the dealer repair orders.

  • Charge a phone on the wireless tray during the test drive and check whether it gets hot.

2025 Buick Enclave Common Problems by Component

31 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

8
8
5
SERVICE BRAKES (8)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5)POWER TRAIN (3)ENGINE (3)LANE DEPARTURE (1)CHILD SEAT (1)FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1)Other (1)

SERVICE BRAKES

8 complaints

Brakes squeal loudly at low speeds and when cold, and the brake pad life reading drops faster than expected. Dealers replace pads, and in one case warped rotors at 11,845 miles, but the noise comes back within days. A more serious pattern involves the pedal dropping to the floor at startup, or warning lights that a dealer traces to a failed brake master cylinder, with reports at 400 and 650 miles. Backordered parts delay repairs. Other reports describe ABS, brake and forward collision warnings, plus automatic braking that hits hard with nothing ahead and nearly causes a rear-end crash.

8 complaints total

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

8 complaintsSafety-related

The digital dash and infotainment screens go black, taking the speedometer, fuel gauge, tire-pressure readout, backup camera and surround view with them. Dealer reprogramming and software updates do not always fix it, and one failure appeared at 800 miles. Other reports describe the power brakes failing while driving. The pedal sinks to the floor and the parking brake button does not stop the car, sometimes after months of random electrical glitches at startup. One filing is crash-related with 2 injuries. Owners also report that the wireless charging tray overheats phones until they shut down, and they worry it could start a fire.

8 complaints total1 crash2 injuries

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

5 complaints

The car shuts off at highway speed without warning. In one case the dealer says it needs a new engine at 6 months old. Brake, ABS, stability control and automatic emergency braking warnings sometimes appear all at once, and the car has to be towed. Other reports cover a sunroof that shatters with a loud bang while driving and navigation that sends drivers in circles. Owners also note that the front doors have no manual unlock, so people inside may not be able to get out after an electrical failure or fire.

5 complaints total
POWER TRAIN (3 complaints)

POWER TRAIN

3 complaints

The transmission shudders on acceleration, then caps the car's speed and finally stops it. One case came at around 9,800 miles. The electronics may refuse to shift into neutral, so the car cannot be pushed off the road and is hard to load onto a tow truck. Cold weather and car washes set off a check engine light with transmission errors. Other reports describe the rear wheels locking briefly while slowing and the car braking hard on its own while reversing with nothing behind it.

3 complaints total
ENGINE (3 complaints)

ENGINE

3 complaints

Complete failure strikes while driving, with no warning lights beforehand. Power drops, the car shuts down, and drivers have to coast to the shoulder in fast freeway traffic. Repairs drag on, and one vehicle was out of service for 3 months. A separate report filed under this heading blames loose bolts inside the torque converter that leak transmission fluid and leave the car unable to pull away from a stop.

3 complaints total
LANE DEPARTURE (1 complaints)

LANE DEPARTURE

1 complaint
2025-02-23

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while attempting to switch lanes, the blind spot indicator on the passenger’s side mirror failed to illuminate to signal a nearby vehicle or object. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four times; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The mirror was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the mirror was designed for the sensor to activate within a certain proximity, and if the vehicle or object was not within that range, the driver would not receive a signal. The contact was referred to the dealer, who confirmed that the indicator was working intermittently. The failure mileage was unknown.

CHILD SEAT (1 complaints)

CHILD SEAT

1 complaintSafety-related
2025-09-26Crash reported1 injury

The contact owns an Evenflo Safety Seat, Model Type: Revolve Extend 360 Rotational All-in-One Convertible Car Seat, Model Number: 25701756, manufactured in October 2022. The safety seat was being utilized in a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35-45 MPH, the vehicle was T-boned by another vehicle on the passenger side. The air bags did not deploy. The safety seat was located on the rear driver's side, and another safety seat was on the rear passenger's side; however, the rear passenger's side safety seat showed no visible signs of damage. There were no passengers in the safety seats. The contact stated that the rear driver's side safety seat was in rear-facing position, but after the crash, the safety seat had rotated to forward-facing and had separated from its detachable base, landing on its back. The contact sustained mild whiplash and received medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard but not yet deemed totaled. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: AQ24001 (Child Seat). The safety seat manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints)

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint
2025-08-25

Super Cruise system malfunctioned and is available for inspection. The vehicle came close to colliding with a guardrail as explained below. Since I believe the issue is not with the vehicle itself, but with Road Information used by Super Cruise, I have reported this to GM Customer Service but not to a dealer. Monday August 25, 2025 Canada – Nova Scotia and New Brunswick While driving on Super Cruise (SC) at 75 MPH in the right lane of a 4 lane freeway (2 lanes each direction), three times the vehicle attempted to enter a non-existent right lane, driving onto the right shoulder and heading for a guardrail. In each case SC warned me of the lane change with normal alerts of seat vibration, right turn signal activation and the DIC display showing an image of a right lane, in green, indicating the lane was safe to enter. However, in each case there was only a partial lane or no lane at time the vehicle crossed the white line. I was alert, and surprised of its action which I did not initiate; and before taking control I waited about 3 seconds to see if SC would stop the maneuver and return to the proper lane. But in each case the vehicle entered the shoulder and appeared to continue, getting close to a guardrail. •The 1st incident occurred on Nova Scotia Hwy 104 at exit 29 where the vehicle attempted to enter the entrance lane at the point where it ended, at 9 AM ADT. •The 2nd incident occurred on New Brunswick Hwy 2 at exit 211 where the vehicle attempted to enter the entrance lane at the point where it ended, at 12 PM ADT. •The 3rd incident occurred again on New Brunswick Hwy 2, at exit175 where the vehicle attempted to enter the exit lane at the point where it ended at, 12:30PM ADT. Weather was sunny and dry with good visibility. Traffic was extremely light. I have since driven on SC approximately 400 miles without incident. And since most of my driving is on freeways, I have probably driven on Super Cruise for over 4,000 miles without incident.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 complaints)

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint
2025-06-21

as someone who has been in the car business his entire life, the below TSB is utter bullshit. My 2025 enclave with 3400 miles on it had a catastrophic and copious amount of transmission fluid. on my tile floor in my garage and all over my driveway a minimum of 5 to 7 quarts.. had my wife been driving the car with my grandchildren as a guarantee it would’ve locked the transmission up and evacuated all the oil as it is on the high-pressure side of the pump. Based on my knowledge of recalls, this should be a stop sale and a recall, not a TSB why have they been given a pass on this? https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11014291-0001.pdf

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Buick Enclave Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Buick Enclave reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201875/100Good
201975/100Good
202068/100Good
202175/100Good
202276/100Good
202379/100Good
202477/100Good
202577/100Good
202681/100Excellent

Buick Enclave Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202681/100+4Excellent00
2025(selected)77/1000Good031
202477/100-2Good07
202379/100+3Good017
202276/100+1Good112
202175/100+7Good221
202068/100-7Good648
201975/1000Good138
201875/100—Good060

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Buick Enclave reliable?
Yes, it rates good overall and above average against other 2025 SUVs. Federal recall records show no recalls. Owners filed 31 complaints, mostly about electrical and brake issues, and a few of those are serious. Among the Enclave's scored years it sits in the middle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Buick Enclave?
Electrical and service brake complaints tie for the most, at 8 each. Owners report dash and infotainment screens going black, and brakes that squeal or drop the pedal to the floor. Engine and transmission complaints are fewer, at 3 each, but include shutdowns while driving and speed limiting.
Does the 2025 Buick Enclave have brake problems?
Yes, brakes are one of the top complaint areas. Common reports are loud squealing and fast pad wear that returns after new pads. More serious cases involve the pedal dropping at startup and failed master cylinders at 400 and 650 miles. Some owners also report automatic braking firing with nothing ahead.
Has the 2025 Buick Enclave been recalled?
No. Federal recall records show zero recalls for this model year. The 2024 and 2026 Enclave also show none. Owner complaints sometimes mention recalls loosely, so rely on the recall records, and have a dealer check the VIN before you buy.
Is the 2025 Buick Enclave better than the 2024?
Not clearly. The 2024 rates about the same, with 7 complaints and no recalls. The 2025 has more complaints, but it has also been on the road longer than a newer year would be. Compare the specific car's repair history rather than the model year alone.

Don’t buy a 2025 Buick Enclave without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Buick Enclave

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Buick Enclave does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on complaint severity (67/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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