How many engine complaints does the 2014 Buick Enclave have?

NHTSA lists 18 engine complaints for the 2014 Enclave, which is 6% of the 292 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Buick Enclave engine?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the engine problem area on the 2014 Enclave.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2014 Enclave?

The median mileage at failure among reported engine complaints is 55,000 miles.

Did any 2014 Enclave engine complaints involve fire?

Yes, two of the 18 engine complaints mention fire, though NHTSA data shows no reported crashes or injuries tied to this problem area.

Is the engine complaint rate for 2014 high compared to other Enclave years?

The 6% share for 2014 is on the lower end; for comparison, 2019 and 2020 show 31% and 32% of complaints tied to the engine, while 2010 shows 30%.

2014 Buick Enclave Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 18 engine complaints for the 2014 Buick Enclave, 6% of that year's 292 total complaints. There are no related engine recalls on file. Median mileage at failure was 55,000 miles, and two complaints mention fire.

Engine complaints: 18; 6% of 292
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 55,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report burning odors and smoke from under the hood, sometimes with a rise in cabin pressure or an abnormal noise around 35 mph.
Several report sudden loss of power or stalling while driving, with warning messages telling the driver not to continue and the vehicle needing to be towed.
Some describe a rattling noise on startup from the 3.6L V6, followed by the check engine light and a replaced valve actuator solenoid that did not fix the noise.
Owners report the engine jerking under acceleration at low speed, later diagnosed as fractured motor mounts.
One owner describes a persistent P0420 code tied to a failed catalytic converter despite the part carrying a 5-year warranty.
Multiple complaints mention the check engine light appearing together with reduced engine power, traction control, and stabilitrak warnings, sometimes causing sudden deceleration.

When 2014 Buick Enclave engine complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 16, 2014, latest Jul 10, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2014 to Jul 2026; peak Dec 2023 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Buick Enclave

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Enclave model year

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

201082 (30%)
201146 (22%)
201226 (20%)
201315 (22%)
201418 (6%)
201516 (9%)
20169 (6%)
201710 (6%)
201815 (23%)
201913 (31%)
202019 (32%)
20212 (8%)
20223 (23%)
20232 (10%)
20242 (29%)
20254 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2014 Buick Enclave have?: NHTSA lists 18 engine complaints for the 2014 Enclave, which is 6% of the 292 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Buick Enclave engine?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the engine problem area on the 2014 Enclave.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2014 Enclave?: The median mileage at failure among reported engine complaints is 55,000 miles.
Did any 2014 Enclave engine complaints involve fire?: Yes, two of the 18 engine complaints mention fire, though NHTSA data shows no reported crashes or injuries tied to this problem area.
Is the engine complaint rate for 2014 high compared to other Enclave years?: The 6% share for 2014 is on the lower end; for comparison, 2019 and 2020 show 31% and 32% of complaints tied to the engine, while 2010 shows 30%.