2017 Buick Encore problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Buick Encore have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Buick Encore. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Buick Encore get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Buick Encore at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 33 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Buick Encore worth?

Comparable 2017 Buick Encore listings run roughly $15,480–$19,900, typically around $17,501 (from 20 vehicles).

2017 Buick Encore at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints87

Combined29 mpg

Typical price$17,501

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Buick Encore recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #16V651000 · 08/09/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. I…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, C…

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #17V437000 · 10/07/2017

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cad…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Buick Encore common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2017 Buick Encore MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg

City26 mpg

Highway33 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,125

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Buick Encore worth?

Low

$15,480

Typical price

$17,501

High

$19,900

From 20 comparable 2017 Buick Encore listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Buick Encore costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,625

Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,350

Total$11,975

Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,501) with the same model 4 model-years older ($16,405), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Buick Encore trims & engines on record

Trims

Preferred · Essence · Preferred II · Sport Touring · Premium

Engines

1.4L 4-cyl

2017 Buick Encore vehicles on record

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Other Buick Encore model years

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2017 Buick Encore — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Buick Encore have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Buick Encore. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Encore?

Based on 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, engine and engine cooling, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Buick Encore get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Buick Encore at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2017 Buick Encore worth?

Comparable 2017 Buick Encore listings run roughly $15,480–$19,900, typically around $17,501 (from 20 vehicles).

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