2022 Buick Encore problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2022 Buick Encore have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2022 Buick Encore. 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.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2022 Buick Encore get?

The 2022 Buick Encore has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

2022 Buick Encore at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints8

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined26–30 mpg

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

2022 Buick Encore recalls 1

Equipment:mechanical:accessory Scissor/screw/bottle Jack/lift:stand NHTSA Campaign #21V440000 · manufacturer #A212335470 · NHTSA lists this under Encore Gx · 10/06/2021

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.

Fix: Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet c…

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.

2022 Buick Encore common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

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

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine And Engine Cooling

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

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

Gasoline

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2022 Buick Encore safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Side — front seat★★★★★

Side — rear seat★★★★★

Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 17.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2022 Buick Encore SUV AWD

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Side barrier test — 2022 Buick Encore SUV AWD

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Side pole test — 2022 Buick Encore SUV AWD

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Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2022 Buick Encore SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2022 Buick Encore MPG & running costs

Combined26–30 mpg

City26 mpg

Highway31 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,420

EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

Transmission3 options

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopOn some versions

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$100 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2022 Buick Encore costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,100

Fuel only$12,100

Per mile$0.16

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length

168.1–171.3 in

Width

69.7–71.3 in

Height

64.2–65.0 in

Wheelbase

100.8–102.4 in

Curb weight

3,025–3,358 lb

Front track

60.6–61.0 in

Rear track

60.6–61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2022 Buick Encore — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 462

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 462.

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

This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

Bulletin PIC6551C · Aug 2026

PI to help diagnose A/C concern

Bulletin PIT5099J · Jul 2026

This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.

Bulletin PIT5966F · Jun 2026

Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue

Bulletin PIC6423A · May 2026

This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

Bulletin PIC6551B · May 2026

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

Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026

Improvements to OnStar functionality.

Bulletin N25-250552 · Mar 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

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

About the Buick Encore

The Buick Encore is a subcompact crossover SUV built by General Motors from 2012 to 2022. It is a subcompact crossover SUV marketed by Buick and its fourth SUV overall after the Rendezvous, Rainier, and Enclave.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

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Other Buick Encore model years

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2022 Buick Encore — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Buick Encore have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2022 Buick Encore. 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 2022 Buick Encore?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, vehicle speed control, engine and engine cooling.

What is the 2022 Buick Encore safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2022 Buick Encore an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2022 Buick Encore get?

The 2022 Buick Encore has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

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