2018 Buick Encore

2018 Buick Encore

The 2018 Buick Encore is a compact luxury SUV that offers a comfortable and well-appointed cabin. It features a standard 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Available powertrains include a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with 153 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT).

The Encore has received positive reviews for its stylish design, high-quality interior, and comfortable ride. However, it has also been criticized for its lack of performance and cargo space.

Engine

• 1.4-liter turbocharged engine (138 hp)
  • Fuel injector failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, loss of power, difficulty starting
  • Solution: Replace fuel injectors
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1000 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• 1.4-liter turbocharged engine (153 hp)
  • Timing chain failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine noise, loss of power, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace timing chain and components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2500 - $3500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 6-speed automatic transmission
  • Torque converter failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering, slipping, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace torque converter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1200 - $1800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• 7-speed CVT
  • Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, hesitation, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $4000 - $5000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting, loss of electrical power
  • Solution: Replace battery
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, loss of electrical power
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Dashboard rattle
  • Description/Symptoms: Noisy rattle from dashboard
  • Solution: Secure or replace loose components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Infotainment system issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Freezing, slow response, connectivity problems
  • Solution: Software update, hardware replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2018 Buick Encore is a reliable vehicle with a few common issues. The most severe issues are the timing chain failure and transmission slipping, which can be expensive to repair. Other issues, such as fuel injector failure and battery failure, are less severe and less costly to fix. Overall, the Encore is a solid choice for those seeking a comfortable and well-equipped compact SUV.