Is the 2024 Buick ENCORE GX reliable?

The 2024 Buick ENCORE GX has 32 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2024 Buick ENCORE GX?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (15 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (4 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (2 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2024 Buick ENCORE GX?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Contact any Buick dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Buick ENCORE GX?

The 2024 Buick ENCORE GX gets 27 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1778. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2024 Buick ENCORE GX?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2024 Buick ENCORE GX is approximately $1,900/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2024 Buick ENCORE GX

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2024 Buick ENCORE GX has 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 42. The most common issue is electrical problems (47% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2024 buick encore gx. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v744000 (electrical system), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed; however, while driving 30 mph, the instrument cluster display and the infotainment syste. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

15 complaints

47%

• The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V744000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed; however, while driving 30 MPH, the instrument cluster display and the infotainment syste
• The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that upon shifting the vehicle into drive, the vehicle failed to move, prompting the contact to turn off the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to immediately restart. After several attempts, the vehicle was able to start. Later, the cont
• Upon starting up my car, the instrument panel (showing speed, mileage, warning lights, fuel level, blinkers, etc) was completely blank. The entire dashboard is displayed via illumination. This lasted about an hour. There is an open recall on this exact issue, but my VIN isn't included in the recall.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V744000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed; however, while driving 30 MPH, the instrument cluster display and the infotainment syste”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL06/11/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The software in the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) may cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving.

Risk: A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The VCU software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424320.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2024 Buick ENCORE GX

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,778

Per month

$148

Per mile

14.8¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2024 Buick ENCORE GX

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,900

Full coverage / month

$158

Liability only / year

$600

vs US avg

+14%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$1900

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Buick New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

6 yr / 70K mi

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 32 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V744000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed; however, while driving 30 MPH, the instrument cluster display and the infotainment syste
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: I started the Encore and dash flashed.Sevivice side detection system.Now the small lights on mirros dont show any more.It just happend today 12/17/2024 .I hope I dont have other issues with this vehicle. I would hate too use the lemon or too have to trade this in. Thank You
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: I started the Encore and dash flashed.Sevivice side detection system.Now the small lights on mirros dont show any more.It just happend today 12/17/2024 .I hope I dont have other issues with this vehicle. I would hate too use the lemon or too have to trade this in. Thank You
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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LIGHTING: Upon starting up my car, the instrument panel (showing speed, mileage, warning lights, fuel level, blinkers, etc) was completely blank. The entire dashboard is displayed via illumination. This lasted about an hour. There is an open recall on this exact issue, but my VIN isn't included in the recall.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Buick dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)