One of the lowest-complaint Enclaves
The 2021 Enclave has a low complaint rate. Brake feel and door lock glitches are rare reports.
Updated November 2026 · based on 26 owner complaints and 2 recalls
61 70% below the Enclave average
2 free to fix at a dealer
Every Enclave year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Brake feel
Rare soft or hard brake pedal reports.
Fix: Inspection $100 to $200
Brakes
Doors unlocking on their own
Rare door lock glitches.
Fix: Actuator $250 to $450
Electrical
Recalls
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.
Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2021 Buick Enclave
- Test the brakes firmly.Brakes should stop the car straight and quietly. Grinding, pulling or surging means worn parts or a fault in the brake system.
- Lock and unlock every door.Doors, liftgates and tailgates use motors, latches and switches that wear. A door that will not latch or shows as open can drain the battery or open while driving.
Questions
Is the 2021 Buick Enclave reliable?
One of the lowest-complaint Enclaves. The 2021 Enclave has a low complaint rate. Brake feel and door lock glitches are rare reports.
How many recalls does the 2021 Buick Enclave have?
2 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Buick dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2021 Buick Enclave problems?
Brake feel; Doors unlocking on their own.
Crash rating shown for the 2021 Buick Enclave SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.