2026 Buick Encore GX Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Buick Encore GX, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
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NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
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Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Encore GX and 4 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is engine, with 3 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 4). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
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2026 Encore GX Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 26V539000
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A262554900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
2026 Encore GX Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIC6611H | Oct 22, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PI provides information on how to obtain a restricted radio | 11038741 |
| PIT6110L | Oct 7, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating. | 11038460 |
| PIT6457C | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to… | 11038136 |
| PIC6540K | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11038132 |
| PIT5698F | Sep 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | 11037555 |
| PIC6629F | Sep 10, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display | 11037320 |
| PIP4902W | Sep 4, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | 11037253 |
| PIT5995B | Sep 4, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary Information provides the dealer information of the location of the rear seat child anchors. | 11037252 |
| PIT6196A | Aug 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary Information provides a diagnostic tip for diagnosing an issue with Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise and Lane Keep Assist Turns Off or Inoperative. | 11036693 |
| PIT6541 | Aug 27, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication | 11036690 |
| PIC6551C | Aug 20, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | 11036392 |
| PIC6660 | Aug 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the repairs direction for addressing a customer concern of no airflow from dash vents when using air conditioning aft… | 11036399 |
| PIP6116A | Aug 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This document assists GM Dealer technician's with diagnosing turbocharger concerns to ensure turbocharger replacement is necessary. The turbocharger part number will be placed o… | 11036214 |
| PIT6110K | Jul 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating. | 11035693 |
| PIC6548B | Jul 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the direction needed when encountering an issue with switching between adaptive cruise control and regular cruise con… | 11035349 |
| PIT5099J | Jul 21, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PI to help diagnose A/C concern | 11035340 |
| PIP6120B | Jul 17, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PIP communicates the potential for the engine to stall or stumble when coming out of an auto stop event | 11035132 |
| PIT5966F | Jun 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. | 11034769 |
| PIP6120A | Jun 18, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PIP communicates the potential for the engine to stall or stumble when coming out of an auto stop event | 11034022 |
| PIC6637B | Jun 10, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This document is a technical bulletin regarding CarPlay issues in certain Buick and Chevrolet models. It details the problem, cause, and current status of the software anomaly a… | 11033998 |
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