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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN KL4CJASB7HB161809 · Checked Oct 30, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 9

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KL4CJASB7HB•••••• 2017 Buick ENCORE

This build draws 5.4× more complaints than the average 2017 Buick ENCORE build (9 vs 2).

9on this build
84on the model
50builds in total
Most reported Engine 3 Engine And Engine Cooling 1 Power Train 1 Electrical System 1

What owners of this build wrote

Air Bags Jan 2025
Passenger airbag light on dash is lit. Has ben lit for about a month
Engine Apr 2024
1. Valve cover gaskets been replaced in valve covers been replaced twice. 04/16/2024. 95113 miles 2. Air conditioning cooling leak and the fan motor would not shut off unless disconnecting the battery cable. 08/26/2024 at 100,254 miles 3. The turbocharger inline for the oil…
Suspension Apr 2024
Suspension problems rattle in front end.Found both front stabilizer links failed in test drive. Had to replace front stabilizer links on both sides in front
Unknown Or Other Nov 2023
Stop at inclined, stopping at stop sign, releasing foot off brake pedal, car rolls to the rear
Vehicle Speed Control Jul 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Encore. The contact stated when the vehicle was first started, the vehicle accelerated to approximately 10 MPH and then the vehicle shifted into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that the check engine and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated.…
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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 KL4CJASB7HB161809 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.