This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Buick Encore Gx.
28–31 mpg combined
7.6–8.4 L/100km
Small 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 3 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2021 Buick Encore GX has two recalls, the more serious being a brake system issue where contamination in the electronic brake booster's sensor connection can cut communication between the sensor and the booster, causing the driver to lose power brake assist and requiring significantly more pedal force to slow or stop the vehicle.
The second recall involves the included emergency scissor jack: if it is not positioned exactly as described in the owner's manual, it can fracture under the vehicle's weight, causing the car to drop unexpectedly and raising the risk of injury to anyone working underneath or nearby.
At a glance
What can fail
The emergency jack can crack or break if not positioned exactly as shown in your owner's manual when you try to use it.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace your jack 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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Contamination at the sensor connection in the electronic brake boost system may interrupt communication between the sensor and brake boost system.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
