Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 82/100 (EXCELLENT)

2025 Buick Envision Reliability Report

The 2025 Buick Envision rates excellent for reliability with no recalls, but a few owners report sudden brake problems at highway speed.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$573

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,500

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

The strongest Envision year we score, with no recalls and few complaints, though a handful of owners report sudden braking trouble on the highway.

Top Issues to Watch

SERVICE BRAKES (3)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3)
POWER TRAIN (1)

Should You Buy the 2025 Buick Envision?

Reliability is excellent. This year sits well above average among 2025 SUVs and ranks as the best of the nine Envision years we score. The 2024 and 2026 models rate good but come out worse, and each has a recall on file. This year has none in federal recall records.

Owners filed seven complaints, split mostly between brakes and electrical faults. The brake reports are the serious ones. One owner describes an unexpected downshift, "service brakes" messages, then complete brake failure on the highway. Another had the car brake hard by itself with cruise control set. The electrical reports involve a dash and radio that go black while driving, and a battery drain that left a car unable to start. Dealers often could not find the cause.

Ask for service records covering brake and electrical visits. On a test drive, use cruise control at highway speed and watch that the display stays lit.

Compared to the 2026 Buick Envision, which scored 5 points lower. See also the 2024 Buick Envision for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency
+5-star NHTSA crash rating
+Only 7 complaints reported

Cons

−SERVICE BRAKES: Sudden braking problems at highway speed are the most serious reports here (3 complaints)

Compare 2025 Buick Envision With

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Reliability: 74/100

Good

2025 Toyota RAV4

Reliability: 84/100

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2025 Nissan Rogue

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Common Problem Categories

Other

MODERATE

SERVICE BRAKES (3)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

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

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

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

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Buick Envision? Check its history first

Service brakes problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Buick Envision, 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.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Buick Envision NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 14.7%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd 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)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)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 (Not Available)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Buick EnvisionRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

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

Est. Annual Maintenance

$573

Repair Frequency

0.4

unscheduled repair visits per year

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

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

24 MPG

Running cost: $3,050/yr

Fuel + repair

22 city / 28 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Envision AWD 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S9)	22	28	24	$2,500

Used Buying Checklist

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

Drive at highway speed with cruise control set and watch for sudden braking you did not ask for.
Scan for stored codes and check the dash for "service brakes" or "service transmission" warnings.
Ask for dealer records of any brake or transmission warning, tow, or diagnosis.
Make several gentle stops on the test drive and listen for brake squeal.
Turn the radio on, use the turn signals, and listen for loud crackling or popping noises.
Watch the dash and radio screens through a long test drive for blackouts or resets.
Start the car after it has sat overnight and look for warning lights or a slow start.
Ask whether the battery was replaced or a parasitic drain was ever diagnosed.

2025 Buick Envision Common Problems by Component

7 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

SERVICE BRAKES (3)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3)POWER TRAIN (1)

SERVICE BRAKES

3 complaints

Sudden braking problems at highway speed are the most serious reports here. One complaint describes an unexpected downshift, a speed-limit warning, "service transmission" and "service brakes" messages, and then complete brake failure. Another describes the car braking hard on its own with cruise control set, dropping speed sharply before speeding back up. Both carry a clear crash risk. A milder complaint is brake squeal at about 10,000 miles that continues even after the brakes pass inspection. Only 3 complaints are on file, so no broad pattern is visible yet.

3 complaints total

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 complaints

Intermittent power and display faults make up the electrical reports. One symptom is a loud crackling noise from the radio that also comes through the turn signal lever and ignition button, then goes away after a restart. The dash and radio can also go black while driving, sometimes for minutes, which removes the speedometer, fuel level, and other safety information. A parasitic battery drain can leave the car unable to start, with several warning lights on. Dealers have trouble finding the cause and decline repairs when the fault is not happening during the visit.

3 complaints total

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint

2025-12-18

On 12/18/2025 at approximately 5:00 pm, during rush hour traffic, while driving 60 mph on the expressway, my car automatically downshifted to drive1, the engine revved up significantly and the car reduced power and had sluggish acceleration. It did not come out of Drive 1 until I was able to get off the expressway and put the car in park. The car is available for inspection upon request. I was panicking in heavy traffic and cars were honking at me as I could not speed up. I took my car to the dealer but he could not reproduce the exact problem. The vehicle or component has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance or representatives. There were not any warnings or messages prior to the symptoms. This is the second time this has happened within the eight months that I have leased the car.

Best & Worst Buick Envision Years

Best Buick Envision Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Buick Envision Years to Avoid

No Buick Envision years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 74 and 82 across 9 scored model years.

See full Buick Envision years-to-avoid analysis

Buick Envision Reliability Score Trend

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

Buick Envision reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	78/100	Good
2019	78/100	Good
2020	78/100	Good
2021	74/100	Good
2022	75/100	Good
2023	76/100	Good
2024	76/100	Good
2025	82/100	Excellent
2026	77/100	Good

Buick Envision Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	77/100	-5	Good	1	0
2025(selected)	82/100	+6	Excellent	0	7
2024	76/100	0	Good	1	10
2023	76/100	+1	Good	1	22
2022	75/100	+1	Good	1	23
2021	74/100	-4	Good	2	23
2020	78/100	0	Good	0	10
2019	78/100	0	Good	0	23
2018	78/100	—	Good	0	13

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Buick Envision reliable?

Yes. Its reliability standing is excellent, well above average for 2025 SUVs and the best of the nine Envision years we score. Federal records show no recalls, and owners filed only seven complaints. The brake and electrical reports are worth checking before you buy.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Buick Envision?

Service brakes and the electrical system each draw three complaints. Brake reports include sudden hard braking and one case of complete brake failure. Electrical reports include a dash and radio going black, crackling noise from the radio, and a battery drain that prevented starting.

Does the 2025 Buick Envision have brake problems?

Some owners say so. Of three brake complaints, two describe sudden braking trouble at highway speed, including complete brake failure and hard braking on its own with cruise control set. The third is squeal at about 10,000 miles. With so few reports, no broad pattern is visible yet.

Does the 2025 Buick Envision have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. The 2024 and 2026 Envisions each have one recall on file, so this year is the cleanest of the three on that count.

How much does the 2025 Buick Envision cost to repair?

Independent repair-cost data estimates about $573 a year, a figure that covers the Envision model-wide, not just this year. The model also earns a federal crash-test rating of 5 of 5 stars.

Don’t buy a 2025 Buick Envision 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 Envision

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Buick Envision does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). 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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