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2018 Buick Encore Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2018 Buick Encore has 5 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2018 Buick Encore

Engine
19
Other
11
Powertrain
10
Airbags
10
Electrical
5
Steering
5
Brakes
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 4, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINEWas driving and lost complete power but came right back on itself. Car also makes a loud noise perio...
Jun 4, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThe car experienced issues with the fan turning off when car was turned off. It caused the battery t...
Feb 23, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMPittering nosie started from under the hood a few days later the information pages glitches and gave...
Jun 8, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINEMy vehicle would not start and I had no control over the computerized system.
Apr 21, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCurrently my vehicle has issue with dash board and instrument panel getting hot to the touch after d...

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