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2020 Buick Encore Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

2

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Oct 29, 2020

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Buick Encore average of 3.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Seats › Critical Fasteners, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2020 Buick Encore recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V668000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Oct 29, 2020

What is recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Safety consequence

Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V537000

Seats › Critical Fasteners

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Sep 3, 2020

What is recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats may not have been installed.

Safety consequence

If an occupied front seat is missing the rear attachment bolts, it may move during a crash, increasing risk of injury to the occupant.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202304380.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Buick Encore model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2020 Buick Encore recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Buick Encore have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2020 Buick Encore. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Buick Encore?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology