Buick Envision Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year

The Buick Envision has 9 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2016–2026; the most recent is 26V114000 (Feb 26, 2026) for equipment, covering 2026 models. The 2016 model year has the most, with 5.

Recall repairs are free at Buick dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research

9
recall campaigns
2016–2026
model years with recalls
2016
most recalled year (5)
0
do-not-drive / park-outside

Most Envision recalls involve equipment (4), air bags (1) and exterior lighting (1).

Buick Envision recalls by model year

Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.

Model yearRecallsMain componentsPer-year check
20261equipment2026 Envision recalls
20241equipment2024 Envision recalls
20231exterior lighting2023 Envision recalls
20221exterior lighting2022 Envision recalls
20212exterior lighting, air bags2021 Envision recalls
20174fuel system, structure, equipment2017 Envision recalls
20165fuel system, structure, equipment2016 Envision recalls

Biggest Buick Envision recalls

Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.

  1. #1Exterior lighting22V903000Dec 8, 2022740,108 vehicles

    Envision model years: 2021–2023

  2. #2Air bags21V421000Jun 10, 2021285,622 vehicles

    Envision model years: 2021

  3. #3Equipment26V114000Feb 26, 20265,861 vehicles

    Envision model years: 2026

  4. #4Equipment16V516000Jul 7, 20164,558 vehicles

    Envision model years: 2016–2017

  5. #5Fuel system18V358000May 31, 2018895 vehicles

    Envision model years: 2016–2017

All 9 Buick Envision recalls (newest first)

Feb 26, 202626V114000Equipment2026

Component: Equipment (other, owners/service/other manual)

Envision model years: 2026 · about 5,861 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

The risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

Sep 25, 202424V710000Equipment2024

Component: Equipment (other, labels)

Envision model years: 2024 · about 527 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Envision vehicles. The vehicles are missing the label that states the tire size, pressure, and the loading information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

The risk: Missing tire and load rating information may result in driving with improperly inflated tires or an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will install the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. Owners may contact Buick Customer Service at 800-521-7300.

Dec 8, 202222V903000Exterior lighting2021–2023

Component: Exterior lighting (lighting control module, software)

Envision model years: 2021–2023 · about 740,108 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Jun 10, 202121V421000Air bags2021

Component: Air bags (srs malfunction warning lamp/light)

Envision model years: 2021 · about 285,622 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

The risk: The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212338110.

May 31, 201818V358000Fuel system2016–2017

Component: Fuel system

Envision model years: 2016–2017 · about 895 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

The risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

Jun 29, 201717V412000Structure2016–2017

Component: Structure

Envision model years: 2016–2017 · about 10 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."

The risk: If the service parts do not have energy-absorbing foam blocks, there may be an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17275.

Jun 27, 201717V404000Equipment2016–2017

Component: Equipment

Envision model years: 2016–2017 · about 768 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints would fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."

The risk: If the head restraint posts are not fully engaging in the seat back, the head restraint may loosen or dislodge, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints and tablet holders for the correct installation, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17239/17258.

Dec 21, 201616V922000Service brakes2016

Component: Service brakes

Envision model years: 2016 · about 327 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to March 18, 2016. The the master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak brake fluid.

The risk: If there is a loss of brake fluid, braking performance may be reduced or lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 16169.

Jul 7, 201616V516000Equipment2016–2017

Component: Equipment (other, labels)

Envision model years: 2016–2017 · about 4,558 vehicles in the whole campaign

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

The risk: Incorrect weight information may cause an owner to overload the vehicle. Overloading may reduce vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label as necessary, free of charge. The began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 56340.

How to check if your Envision has an open recall

  1. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
  2. Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
  3. If a recall is open, call any Buick dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
  4. Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.

Or browse by year, for example the 2026 Buick Envision recall check.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Buick Envision have?

9 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Buick Envision across model years 2016–2026. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 9. The 2016 model year has the most, with 5.

What is the latest Buick Envision recall?

26V114000, filed with NHTSA on Feb 26, 2026: equipment (other, owners/service/other manual), covering 2026 Envision models. The fix is free at Buick dealers.

What is the biggest Buick Envision recall?

By vehicles covered, 22V903000 (Dec 8, 2022), a exterior lighting campaign covering about 740,108 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Envision.

How do I check if my Buick Envision has an open recall?

Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Buick dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.

Are Buick recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Buick dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.

Sources and method

  • NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the BUICK ENVISION, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
  • Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
  • Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
  • Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.

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