NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys due to a manufacturing defect.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module at no cost to you.
This page covers 6 recalls, 289 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Buick Enclave.
18–19 mpg combined
12.4–13.1 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
For the 2014 Buick Enclave, the dominant complaint pattern by a wide margin centers on the airbag system. Owners frequently report the passenger airbag service warning illuminating on the console, often without any prior indication of a problem or obvious cause. Many describe the warning appearing suddenly and persisting, raising questions about whether the passenger seat occupant sensor is functioning correctly. Some owners also note the airbag light returning after dealer visits. The powertrain and engine categories draw noticeably fewer reports, with owners describing intermittent check-engine lights, occasional throttle hesitation, and stability control warnings that cycle on and off. A smaller number of reports mention the powered rear liftgate dropping unexpectedly while fully open, striking the person operating it.
289
Total Complaints
9
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
9
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Buick Enclave has 6 recalls, the most serious being a driver's airbag inflator that can explode during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
This airbag inflator issue has been the subject of multiple recall filings covering overlapping model years, and prior repair attempts may not have fully resolved the problem for all affected vehicles. A separate airbag concern involves the side curtain airbags, which may not be properly secured and can fail to deploy correctly in a crash. On the restraint side, a steel cable inside the seatbelt assembly can fatigue and break, leaving the belt unable to hold an occupant in a collision. There is also an electrical issue: the chassis electronic module can develop an internal short and cause the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys due to a manufacturing defect.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver-front airbag inflator may rupture during deployment in a crash, preventing proper inflation and potentially sending fragments toward occupants.
What the fix does
General Motors will mail you instructions to have a dealership replace the driver-front airbag module.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys due to a manufacturing defect.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached due to weld nut issues, which could prevent them from deploying correctly in a side-impact crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the side curtain air bag weld nuts and realign or replace them as needed at no charge to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The chassis electronic module may have internal contamination that causes an electrical short.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the chassis electronic module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The flexible steel cable connecting the seatbelt to the front outboard seats may weaken and break over time, potentially reducing seatbelt effectiveness.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the lap pretensioner at no cost once parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
