Model year guide

2019 Buick cascada

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Buick cascada is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2019 Buick cascada — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Buick cascada at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints5
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined24 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Buick cascada recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2019 Buick cascada.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2019 Buick cascada common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
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.

2019 Buick cascada safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 11.1% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2019 Buick Cascada C FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2019 Buick cascada MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,400
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume82 cu ft
Cargo volume9 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Buick cascada costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,000
Fuel only$17,000
Per mile$0.23

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.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 539

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 539.

This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

Bulletin PIT5698F · Sep 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026

PI to help diagnose A/C concern

Bulletin PIT5099J · Jul 2026

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

Bulletin PIP6104 · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902V · Mar 2026

This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss

Bulletin PIT6425D · Mar 2026

This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's

Bulletin PIT6425C · Jan 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902U · Jan 2026

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General M…

Bulletin PIT5214G · Nov 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CASCADA FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2019 Buick cascada trims & engines on record

Trims
Premium
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl

2019 Buick cascada vehicles on record

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2019 Buick cascada — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Buick cascada have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2019 Buick cascada. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Buick cascada?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, visibility/wiper, power train.

What is the 2019 Buick cascada safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2019 Buick cascada an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2019 Buick cascada get?

The 2019 Buick cascada has a U.S. EPA estimate of 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.