How common are steering problems on the 2011 Buick Enclave?

NHTSA lists 41 steering complaints for the 2011 model year, which is 19% of the 212 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2011 Buick Enclave?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2011 Enclave, despite the complaint volume.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering complaints on the 2011 Enclave is 60,441 miles.

Did steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data links 1 crash and 1 injury to steering complaints on the 2011 Buick Enclave, with no fires reported.

Is the 2011 Enclave worse for steering complaints than other years?

Compared to other Enclave model years in this dataset, 2010 had more steering complaints (126, 46% share) than 2011 (41, 19% share), while later years show far fewer.

2011 Buick Enclave Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 41 steering complaints for the 2011 Buick Enclave, 19% of that year's 212 total complaints. Owners typically report power steering pump and rack leaks around a median 60,441 miles, though there is no related recall on file.

Steering complaints: 41; 19% of 212
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 60,441 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report the power steering pump failing, causing the steering to tighten at slow speeds and become hard to control.
Squeaking or whining noises occur when turning the steering wheel left or right, often worsening over time.
The steering gear leaks fluid, which owners say leads to low fluid levels and subsequent power steering pump failure.
Some drivers describe the steering wheel feeling loose or the vehicle feeling unsteady before a shop diagnosed a leaking power steering rack.
Grinding sounds from the steering column were reported, in one case accompanied by a smell resembling an antifreeze leak.
A power steering rack and pump replacement was needed in multiple cases even on vehicles still relatively low in mileage.

When 2011 Buick Enclave steering complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 13, 2013, latest Aug 22, 2022.

41 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2013 to Aug 2022; peak Aug 2016 (4).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Buick Enclave

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Enclave model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010126 (46%)
201141 (19%)
201217 (13%)
201312 (17%)
201411 (4%)
201512 (7%)
20163 (2%)
20172 (1%)
20182 (3%)
20193 (7%)
20203 (5%)
20211 (4%)
20220 (0%)
20231 (5%)
20241 (14%)
20251 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems on the 2011 Buick Enclave?: NHTSA lists 41 steering complaints for the 2011 model year, which is 19% of the 212 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2011 Buick Enclave?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2011 Enclave, despite the complaint volume.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering complaints on the 2011 Enclave is 60,441 miles.
Did steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data links 1 crash and 1 injury to steering complaints on the 2011 Buick Enclave, with no fires reported.
Is the 2011 Enclave worse for steering complaints than other years?: Compared to other Enclave model years in this dataset, 2010 had more steering complaints (126, 46% share) than 2011 (41, 19% share), while later years show far fewer.