Last updated: 2026-10-10

2025 Buick Envista
RELIABILITY SCORE: 80/100 (EXCELLENT)

2025 Buick Envista Reliability Report

The 2025 Buick Envista has excellent reliability and no recalls, but owners report the instrument cluster and screen blacking out while driving.

Recalls

0

Complaints

28

Complaint Rate

4.6per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity75/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity84/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Excellent standing with no recalls and a middle place among Envista years, though owners report the instrument cluster and screen going black while driving.

Top Issues to Watch

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (11)
  • SERVICE BRAKES (2)
  • ENGINE (2)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Post-Redesign (Year 2)

2025 is year 2 of the First generation (RE6).

  • Redesigned for the 2024 model year.
  • 1st generation Envista (US).

What this means for buyers

Year 2 is typically a safer pick than the first model year — early issues are more likely to be identified, but the platform is still new.

If you're comparing prices, check 2024 (redesign year) vs 2025+ pricing and recalls.

2024: First generation (RE6) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2025: This Model Year

2025 is year 2 of the First generation (RE6).

Should You Buy the 2025 Buick Envista?

Reliability for this model year is excellent, and it sits above average among 2025 SUVs. Among the Envista's three scored years, it lands in the middle. The 2024 is rated good and draws worse, with 49 complaints and one recall. The 2026 rates about the same but has only 3 complaints, mostly because it has had less time on the road. Federal recall records show no recalls for 2025.

Electrical faults are the main issue. Owners say the digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen go black while driving. The speedometer, fuel gauge and radio disappear, sometimes for about 30 seconds, with no warning light first. Dealers often cannot reproduce it, and resets do not always stop it. Brake complaints are few but serious. One crash-related report describes a soft pedal on a highway exit ramp and a failed master cylinder. Another reports brake pulsation at 20,689 miles.

Ask for service records covering any screen blackout or brake repair, and check the cluster and windows on a test drive.

Compared to the 2026 Buick Envista, which scored 2 points higher. See also the 2024 Buick Envista for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Strong reliability score
  • +No recalls issued
  • +Not a first-year model
  • +Only 28 complaints reported

Cons

  • −Above-average complaint rate for SUV
  • −ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen black out while driving (11 complaints)
  • −1 fire incident reported in owner complaints

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Common Problem Categories

Other

HIGH RISK
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (11)
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

0

recalls on record

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

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

4.6

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 3.5

LowAvgHigh
Low

Safety Incidents

1

Crashes

1

Fires

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 4/5 Stars

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

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Buick Envista? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Buick Envista, 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 Envista NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 15.5%

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

Buick EnvistaRepair 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.

Used Buying Checklist

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

  • Take a long test drive at city and highway speeds and watch for the cluster or center screen going black or flickering.

  • Ask for service records and look for repeat visits for cluster blackouts, reprogramming, or factory resets.

  • Shift into reverse several times and confirm the rearview camera image appears every time.

  • Turn on the window lock and confirm no window can be lowered, then confirm every window closes fully.

  • Press the brake pedal hard with the engine running and make sure it stays firm, never soft.

  • Brake firmly from highway speed and feel for pulsation through the pedal or steering wheel.

  • Scan for stored codes and check that no check engine light is on, especially for fuel or evap faults.

  • Run the air conditioning on max during the test drive and confirm it keeps blowing cold air.

2025 Buick Envista Common Problems by Component

28 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

11
7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (11)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7)SERVICE BRAKES (2)ENGINE (2)STRUCTURE (1)VISIBILITY/WIPER (1)FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1)STEERING (1)Other (2)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

11 complaints

The digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen black out while driving. The speedometer, fuel gauge and radio all disappear, sometimes for about 30 seconds, then flicker back. Some drivers think the engine has shut off. Speakers drop out, the touchscreen freezes, and the rearview camera can fail. No warning light comes on first. Dealers often can't reproduce the fault, and reboots, reprogramming and factory resets don't stop it for some owners. A separate group of reports says windows lower even with the window lock on, or won't close.

11 complaints total

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

7 complaintsSafety-related

The digital dashboard going blank while driving is the most common report here, leaving no way to read speed. Repeat shop visits for software updates and factory resets come up, including one stay of nearly 25 days. Other reports describe the air conditioning failing several times and check engine lights traced to a cracked fuel pipe or the evaporative emissions system, with a wait of almost 3 weeks for the part. Rear window trim detached in a brushless car wash, and one window shattered overnight. One fire-related complaint gives no details.

7 complaints total1 fire

SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaintsSafety-related

Two different brake failures appear here, and one involves a crash. In that case, the pedal goes soft and stops working on a highway exit ramp a little over a month after purchase. The driver steers into a curb to stop, and the dealer finds a failed master cylinder. The other report describes brake pulsation at 20,689 miles. Resurfacing the rotors does not fix it, and a later inspection finds a rear rotor rubbing against another component.

2 complaints total1 crash
ENGINE (2 complaints)

ENGINE

2 complaints

Check engine lights come on early in ownership. One report describes the car shaking while going downhill at about 400 miles. Another cites a fault code pointing to the fuel management system, warning that the engine and transmission are not performing as expected. Neither car is diagnosed or repaired at the time of filing, and one owner cannot get a service appointment to confirm the problem.

2 complaints total
STRUCTURE (1 complaints)

STRUCTURE

1 complaint
2025-09-01

Wiper blades are not compatible with after market brands due to wiper arm design. Exterior trim. The rear quarter window trim has poor adhesive. Causing chrome panel to bend and detach while vehicle was one highway.

VISIBILITY/WIPER (1 complaints)

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint
2026-03-26

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving during heavy rain, the windshield wiper fractured in half, resulting in poor visibility while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the part to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,266.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 complaints)

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint
2025-09-06

On August 13, 2025, I purchased the 2025 Buick Envista from DeMontrond in Houston, Texas, for $31,000.00, with a down payment of $12,000. The car is a gift to my grandson who recently graduated from college and starting a job at the Emory University Hospital. On September 6, 2025, the car had to be taken to be repaired due to a “fuel filler pipe leaking”. I didn’t expect that a brand-new car would need to be repaired for something that seems to be dangerous. The fuel filler pipe is crucial for the safe and efficient transfer of fuel to the vehicle's tank. It connects the fuel cap to the fuel tank, ensuring that fuel flows properly without spills or leaks. A leaking fuel filler pipe can lead to fuel vapors escaping, which can be dangerous and illegal in most states. It can also cause issues with the vehicle's EVAP system, leading to diagnostic trouble codes related to fuel vapor leaks. I contacted General Motors Consumer Department and sent a letter to Mr. Mark Reuss, President of GM requesting that the vehicle be replaced or the money I paid be refunded. They refused to replace the vehicle or refund the money I had already paid. Through this letter, I am requesting your help to have GM recalled the vehicle and that I am provided with a brand-new and safe replacement or to refund me the money I already paid.

STEERING (1 complaints)

STEERING

1 complaint
2025-09-14

ON [XXX], (SUNDAY) AFTER DRIVING TO AN EAST LANSING, MI RESTAURANT & SPENDING 1-1/2 HOURS EATING BREAKFAST, I TURNED MY CAR ON AT ABOUT [XXX], AND RECEIVED AN ERROR MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD THAT THE POWER STEERING WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. I TRIED BACKING UP, THEN DRIVING FORWARD 3-4 TIMES & THE ISSUE WAS CONFIRMED. I ALSO TURNED THE CAR OFF & ON SEVERAL TIMES WITH THE SAME ERROR MESSAGE APPEARING. I CALLED ON STAR AND THE DIAGNOSTIC TESTS WERE ALL NEGATIVE FOR ISSUES. MY CALL TO ON STAR GOT DISCONNECTED. I TURNED MY CAR OFF. WHEN I TURNED IT BACK ON, THE POWER STEERING WAS WORKING. ON STAR CALLED ME BACK & I REPORTED THAT THE POWER STEERING WAS NOW APPARENTLY WORKING. I THEN DROVE, VERY APPREHENSIVELY, OVER 100 MILES TO MY HOME IN GRAND HAVEN, MI WITH NO PROBLEMS. THIS COULD HAVE PROVED DEADLY IF MY POWER STEERING HAD FAILED DURING THE DRIVE. ON [XXX], (SUNDAY), AT 3:22PM EST, I RECEIVED , IN MY EMAIL, MY SEPTEMBER 'DIAGNOSTIC' REPORT THAT MY ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM HAS AN ALERT THIS MONTH WITH REQUIRES IMMEDIATE ATTENTION. AS OF TODAY, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, I HAVE NOT CONTACTED THE DEALER YET. THIS IS MY 3RD WARRANTY ISSUE SO FAR, MAKING ME EXTREMELY UNSATISFIED (NOT YOUR PROBLEM, I KNOW). MY BACKUP CAMERA CEASED FUNCTIONING & HAD TO BE REPLACED. MY DRIVER SIDE MIRROR GLASS WAS NEVER SEATED PROPERLY AND THE ENTIRE MIRROR IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPLACED. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1 complaints)

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint
2025-08-07

See attached document for complaint.

VISIBILITY (1 complaints)

VISIBILITY

1 complaint
2025-01-04

The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH in snowy weather and attempting to clear the windshield, the windshield washer fluid failed to spray properly. The front crash assist indicator to verify that the system has activated failed to illuminate intermittently. The blind spot indicator failed to illuminate on the side mirrors while other vehicles were approaching within the expected distance. The blind spot indicator light only illuminated once the approaching vehicle was already beside the vehicle. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera failed to display the rear of the vehicle due to condensation. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer who flushed out the washer fluid for the windshield wiper due to ice forming in the fluid. The dealer was unable to determine the cause for the failure of the front crash assist indicator. The dealer implied that the system would only activate if the driver was operating the vehicle with one hand. The blind spot indicator had not been diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and filed a case. The failure mileage was 3,000.

Best & Worst Buick Envista Years

Best Buick Envista Years to Buy

Buick Envista Years to Avoid

No Buick Envista years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 75 and 82 across 3 scored model years.

Buick Envista Reliability Score Trend

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

Buick Envista reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
202475/100Good
202580/100Excellent
202682/100Excellent

Buick Envista Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202682/100+2Excellent03
2025(selected)80/100+5Excellent028
202475/100—Good149

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Buick Envista reliable?
Yes, its reliability standing is excellent and above average against other 2025 SUVs. It has 28 owner complaints, or 4.6 per 10,000 sold, and no recalls. Within the Envista's three scored years it sits in the middle, so it is solid but not the best of the group.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Buick Envista?
Electrical complaints lead, with 11 of 28. Owners describe the instrument cluster and infotainment screen blacking out while driving, and some report windows lowering with the lock on. Service brakes and the engine each have 2 complaints, covering a failed master cylinder, brake pulsation, and early check engine lights.
Does the 2025 Buick Envista have screen blackout problems?
Some owners say it does. The cluster and infotainment screen go dark, sometimes for about 30 seconds, and the speedometer, fuel gauge and radio vanish. No warning light comes on first. Dealers often cannot reproduce the fault, and reboots or reprogramming did not stop it for some drivers.
Does the 2025 Buick Envista have any recalls?
No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for the 2025 model year. The 2024 Envista has one recall, and the 2026 has none. Ask the seller for repair records on the specific car, since owner complaints describe electrical and brake problems that no recall covers.
Is the 2025 Buick Envista better than the 2024?
On the data, yes. The 2025 is rated excellent while the 2024 is rated good and rates worse. The 2024 has 49 complaints and one recall, against 28 complaints and no recalls for 2025. The newer year has also had less time to collect complaints.

Don’t buy a 2025 Buick Envista 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 Envista

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Buick Envista 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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