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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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KL4CJASB1JB••••••2018 Buick ENCORE
This build draws 2.4× more complaints than the average 2018 Buick ENCORE build (4 vs 2).
4on this build
71on the model
42builds in total
Most reportedEngine 2Engine And Engine Cooling 1Service Brakes 1Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineFeb 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that soon after the warning light appeared, the engine struggled to remain running. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal while in park to…
Service BrakesAug 2023
When driving, the vehicle will stutter and make the car feel as though it’s bubbling, once you come to a stop, the vehicle will shut off. This is a huge safety concern considering I have children and if the vehicle just turns off and I shouldn’t be braked for a while I can get…
Engine And Engine CoolingJul 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light would illuminate as the average miles per gallon decreased. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the clamps for the turbo hoses were loose. The…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2020
I was told to reach out to this site because of the issues I am having with my vehicle. I have been in a the process of trying to get my 2018 buick bought back by gm. In june 2019 the buick died on the railroad tracks in archie, mo then 30-40 seconds later it started back up on…
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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 KL4CJASB1JB623576 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.