AI Damage2022 Buick Encore GX: common problems
Owners of the 2022 Buick Encore GX filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, most often about powertrain and electrical system. The maker issued 603 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 34
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 603
What fails most often
- 1 Powertrain 38% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 29% of all complaints
- 3 Engine 15% of all complaints
- 4 Engine and cooling 9% of all complaints
- 5 Fuel/propulsion system 9% of all complaints
- 6 Equipment 3% of all complaints
- 7 Wheels 3% of all complaints
- 8 Service brakes 3% of all complaints
- Powertrain: 13 complaints (38% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 71.
- Electrical system: 10 complaints (29% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 144.
- Engine: 5 complaints (15% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 49.
- Engine and cooling: 3 complaints (9% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 102.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 3 complaints (9% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 9.
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 34 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 13 | 0 | 71 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 0 | 144 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| Engine and cooling | 3 | 0 | 102 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 150 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 23 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 12 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 10 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
I am reporting a recurring safety issue involving unexpected stalling and loss of propulsion in a 2022 Buick Encore GX. In February 2026, the dealership replaced the vehicle's transmission with a rebuilt transmission.
The dealer stated that the failing part was Part Number: 42907268. The part was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle remained at the dealer while waiting to replace the part a third time. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure.
At 15,000 miles the check engine light came on while going to a store. At the store, the vehicle was put in park and tried to shut off engine. The dash said "shift to park". Took to the dealer, was told sensor went out on transmission. They said it was the electronic controle module.
The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the emissions warning light illuminated and hot air was coming from the A/C unit, despite the A/C cooling setting being activated.
6/4/26 Took to dealer and stated that the check engine light was on and car was running sluggish. Had stopped at Autozone and their scan showed the code P0102. The dealer charged me 259.00 to do a diagnostic showing the same thing.
Answer: I only have 34,200 miles on my 2022 Buick Encore GX and when I put my car in park, I get a warning message on the dashboard telling me "Shift to Park" but I am already in park and my car won't shut off. Why at 34,000 miles? 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?
The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the power steering and brakes were difficult to operate. The contact coasted to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle.
The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was test-driven, and the contact was informed that there was an exhaust leak. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was drivable. The contact drove to the residence.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,029 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 49% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Encore GX has 29 complaints (8 years in the data). This year has 34, above average.
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance
- This Preliminary Information provides the dealer information of the location of the rear seat child anchors
- This Preliminary Information provides a diagnostic tip for diagnosing an issue with Cruise Control,…
This Preliminary Information provides a diagnostic tip for diagnosing an issue with Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise and Lane Keep Assist Turns Off or Inoperative.
- Special Coverage
Certain 2022 model year Buick Encore GX and Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles, equipped with a 1.2L engine, may have a condition that could cause the turbocharger to fail. If this condition occurs, the Malfunction…
- This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the direction needed when encountering an…
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the direction needed when encountering an issue with switching between adaptive cruise control and regular cruise control or an issue with automatic high beam…
- PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an…
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.
- This PI addresses leaks from the case half and provides repair direction to dealer technicians
- PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks
NHTSA lists 603 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Buick Encore GX?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: powertrain, electrical system, engine. Total complaints: 34. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (29%), infotainment or screen glitches (18%), won't start (9%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Buick Encore GX?
NHTSA lists 603 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Buick Encore GX from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.