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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5GAKVBKD3EJ359965 · Checked Aug 10, 2026
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5GAKVBKD3EJ•••••• 2014 Buick ENCLAVE

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Most reported Air Bags 2 Vehicle Speed Control 1 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1 Engine 1

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Power Train Oct 2025
The vehicle began shuddering and losing power during normal driving. The issue occurs at various speeds, especially between 35–60 mph, and feels as though the car is slipping or will stall. A certified service center diagnosed a failing torque converter, which is part of the…
Air Bags Jun 2023
The manufacturer sent a letter dated June 2023 for NHTSA recall 23V334 / GM recall N232404980 involving the potential for explosive rupture of the driver's side front airbag. At the time of issuance, no remedy was yet available and the manufacturer indicated that there would be…
Vehicle Speed Control May 2019
About a year ago, our 2014 buick enclave AWD, began shuddering while driving and lagging when trying to accelerate. 4 months ago, the vehicle's check engine light came on while I was on the freeway. It also displayed the "traction control off" 'stability control off" and "engine…
Air Bags May 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…

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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 5GAKVBKD3EJ359965 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.