2010 Buick Enclave CXL1
5GALRBED8AJ105098
Vehicle history report for the 2010 Buick Enclave CXL1 (VIN 5GALRBED8AJ105098). Silver, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 3.6L 6-cyl, gasoline. 84,954 mi reported. Registered in Fl. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2010 Buick Enclave worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2010 Buick Enclave.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2010 Buick Enclave.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2010 Buick Enclave 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2010 Buick Enclave costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 5GALRBED8AJ105098
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2010 Buick Enclave.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 275 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Buick Enclave, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 275
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2010 Buick Enclave.
ENGINE
I am filing this safety complaint regarding a sudden and dangerous engine failure in a 2010 Buick Enclave CXL purchased from Frankfort Car Outlet on 8/25/2025. On 10/25/2025, while driving on the expressway, the engine suddenly began knocking, lost power, and stalled. This created a serious safety risk to myself and other drivers. The failure occurred only…
NHTSA ODI #11701258ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The engine and fuel pump system failed while driving the vehicle. It is available upon request to inspect. I just towed it to the shop today on 10/22/25 to get a full inspection. My sister and I were put at risk while driving towards a hill in San Francisco. It was on a busy main road when suddenly the vehicle began to jerk and thud back and forth. While I p…
NHTSA ODI #11695070SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
I purchased a 2010 Buick Enclave from a dealer who did not disclose any major issues with the vehicle. After purchase, I began experiencing significant problems while driving, including difficulty shifting, loss of power, and unstable handling. Concerned for my safety, I took the Buick to a mechanic for inspection. The mechanic verified that: •The wrong tra…
NHTSA ODI #11684851POWER TRAIN
The timing chain broke and my transmission needs to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI #11679800UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Bad timing chain at 141,000 miles
NHTSA ODI #11623077ENGINE
The engine was built with the same components as the 2008/2009 models and they have been recalled, the oil drains out of the engine rapidly and causes engine to seize and had to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI #11603092ENGINE
Car was running just fine had its oil changed new tires added and it just stopped running. Got it checked with a car technician and he stated it’s the engine.
NHTSA ODI #11580856ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE LOCKS ON THE DOORS WILL SUDDENLY LOCK, UNLOCK, LOCK AND UNLOCK. AFTER THAT THE ENGINE SLOWS WAY DOWN LOSING POWER, THEN IT WILL BE OKAY TO GIVE IT MORE GAS AND IT SPEEDS UP. THE LAST COUPLE OF TIMES THIS HAPPENED, THE CAR LOST ALL POWER AND STAHLED.
NHTSA ODI #11571321+ 267 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 5GALRBED8AJ105098 valid?
5GALRBED8AJ105098 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2010 Buick Enclave.
Does the 2010 Buick Enclave have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2010 Buick Enclave. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2010 Buick Enclave?
Comparable 2010 Buick Enclave listings run roughly $10,400–$19,200, typically around $15,004 (from 162 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2010 Buick Enclave safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2010 Buick Enclave crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What fuel economy does the 2010 Buick Enclave get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Buick Enclave at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).
Data last checked 4 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.