Last updated: 2026-07-25

RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2026 Buick Envision Reliability Report

Name: 2026 Buick Envision
Brand: Buick

The 2026 Buick Envision scores 77/100 ("Good"). With 1 recall and 0 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$573

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,400

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact88/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

Should You Buy the 2026 Buick Envision?

At 77/100, the 2026 Buick Envision lands in "Good" territory — acceptable, but not class-leading.

Owners log 0 complaints on this model year — enough to suggest attention is needed, but no single failure mode dominates yet.

Get a pre-purchase inspection on any used example, with extra attention to reported problem areas. An extended warranty is worth pricing out.

See also the 2025 Buick Envision for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Low recall count
+Low complaint frequency
+5-star NHTSA crash rating

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

Compare 2026 Buick Envision With

2026 Chevrolet Equinox

Reliability: 82/100

Excellent

2026 Ford Escape

Reliability: 77/100

Good

2026 Honda CR-V

Reliability: 83/100

Excellent

2026 Nissan Rogue

Reliability: 83/100

Excellent

2026 Mazda CX-5

Reliability: 94/100

Excellent

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

1 manufacturer recall issued

Recall Overview

recall on record

The 2026 Buick Envision carries 1 recall — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

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.

2026 Buick Envision Recall Details

1 recall has been issued for the 2026 Buick Envision. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

26V1140002026-02-26

EQUIPMENT

General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

Consequence

Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Buick Envision? Check its history first

Every 2026 Buick Envision has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 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 (Not Available)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Not Available)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Not Available)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Info Not Available)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (Info Not Available)LATCH Locations (Not Available)Driver Monitoring System (Info Not Available)Automatic High Beams (Info 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

25 MPG

Running cost: $2,950/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 2026 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	25	$2,400

Best & Worst Buick Envision Years

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Buick Envision Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

The best Buick Envision year is 2025 with a reliability score of 82/100, rated excellent. Other strong picks include 2020 (78/100) and 2019 (78/100).

Top Pick

Excellent

Buick Envision Years to Avoid

No Buick Envision years are statistical outliers in our data.

All model years score consistently well. The Buick Envision maintains one of the highest industry standards for long-term durability across its entire production span.

See full Buick Envision years-to-avoid analysis

Buick Envision Reliability Score Trend

Buick Envision reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 77/100.

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(selected)	77/100	-5	Good	1	0
2025	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 2026 Buick Envision reliable?

The 2026 Buick Envision has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 77/100. It is reasonably reliable with 1 recall and 0 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Buick Envision?

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2026 Buick Envision. Based on available data, the main item to verify is recall completion.

How many recalls does the 2026 Buick Envision have?

The 2026 Buick Envision has 1 recall on record. Recalls are safety or compliance fixes issued by the manufacturer and repaired at no cost at authorized dealerships.

Is the 2026 Buick Envision expensive to maintain?

The 2026 Buick Envision has estimated annual repair costs of $573/year. With a reliability score of 77/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

Don’t buy a 2026 Buick Envision without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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