2022 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated August 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Buick Encore has 2 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Exhaust Camshaft Reluctor Can Move Out of Phase (21-NA-268). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats may not have been installed.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
AIR BAGS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Buick Encore has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Exhaust Camshaft Reluctor Can Move Out of Phase (21-NA-268), EVAP Purge Pump Can Fail (Special Coverage N242484740). Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2022 Buick Encore has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Exhaust Camshaft Reluctor Can Move Out of Phase (21-NA-268). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
GM Bulletin 21-NA-268 applies to 2016-2022 Buick Encore vehicles with the 1.4L LE2 engine. An exhaust-camshaft reluctor that moves out of phase can cause an extended crank or crank/no-start condition, illuminate the MIL and, in some cases, increase brake-pedal effort. The vacuum-… Severity: high.
GM Special Coverage N242484740 identifies certain 2022 Buick Encore vehicles whose evaporative-emissions purge pump can fail. The documented symptoms are a check-engine light and one or more purge-pump diagnostic trouble codes. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
