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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5GAEVAKW8MJ262672 · Checked Sep 2, 2026
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5GAEVAKW8MJ•••••• 2021 Buick ENCLAVE

This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2021 Buick ENCLAVE build (3 vs 1).

3on this build
25on the model
17builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 1 Seat Belts 1 Electrical System 1 Structure 1

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Electrical System Feb 2024
The rear switch on our tailgate has failed and it allows the tailgate to open/close randomly on its own while the vehicle is locked even. I contacted Buick about the problem and they said didn’t care, but this can happen while the vehicle is moving down the road as well as when…
Seat Belts Oct 2023
Passenger seat belt doesn't always work. Has to click several times
Service Brakes May 2021
When I drive my buick enclave after it sits for any length of time, if I apply the brakes, I have a loud grinding type sound and I notice the noise continues as I do my shopping and it does not always go away. I took this vehicle to the buick dealership and I was told that…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5GAEVAKW8MJ262672 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.