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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5GAKRCEDXCJ151598 · Checked Nov 7, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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5GAKRCEDXCJ•••••• 2012 Buick ENCLAVE

That is about average for the 2012 Buick ENCLAVE — 3 complaints per build across 47 builds.

3on this build
122on the model
47builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Electrical System 1 Exterior Lighting 1 Structure 1 Air Bags 1

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Air Bags crash Sep 2018
The contact owned a 2012 buick enclave. While driving approximately 5-10 mph, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact attempted to shift the vehicle into reverse and park; however, the vehicle kept rolling forward and crashed into another…
Structure Oct 2015
The contact owns a 2012 buick enclave. The contact stated that when the tailgate opened, it failed to remain up. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V415000 (structure) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated…
Electrical System Jul 2014
The dashboard lights failed to come on or just go off while the vehicle is in motion. This has happened numerous times. This makes it impossible to see speedometer, etc. After a period of time, they come on. It may happen at any time from the time the car is started to driving…

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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 5GAKRCEDXCJ151598 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.