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2025 Buick Envista Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

0/100

#2 most-complained of 2 Envista years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2025 Buick Envista has 32 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 0, ranking 2nd of 2 model years. Electrical System issues dominate at 41% of complaints, with one recall covering the rearview camera.

Complaints
32
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
1 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
30
28 city / 32 hwy

Top 2025 Buick Envista problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System13 (41%)
  2. Other10 (31%)
  3. Engine6 (19%)
  4. Brakes4 (13%)
  5. Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (9%)
  6. Visibility & Wipers3 (9%)
  7. Fuel System2 (6%)
  8. Steering1 (3%)
  9. Structure & Body1 (3%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (3%)

What owners report

  • Speedometer and instrument screen go blank or flash erratically while driving, sometimes with the speed reading changing on its own.
  • Infotainment and dashboard displays go completely black for extended periods before restarting on their own.
  • Rearview camera stops working entirely while the backup warning beep still functions.
  • Check engine light comes on with a code referencing the fuel management system shortly after purchase.
  • Vehicle shakes abnormally while driving downhill along with an illuminated check engine light.
  • Power steering error message appears on the dashboard after the vehicle has been parked and restarted.
  • Vehicle jerks abnormally when braking to a stop and grinding sounds occur when accelerating again.
2025 Buick Envista complaints: complaints filed per month7Sep 2024Dec 2024Apr 2025Jul 2025Nov 2025Mar 2026Jun 2026Aug 2026
44 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2024 to Sep 2026; peak Jul 2025 (7).

2025 Buick Envista recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V539000Aug 20, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras306,511 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, if necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 17, 2026. Another letter will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A262554900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.

2025 Buick Envista fuel economy and fuel cost

City
28 MPG
Highway
32 MPG
Combined
30 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,150
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2025 compared with other Envista years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)025507510020242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2024No verdict10054230
2025No verdict032130

All Buick Envista years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Buick Envista reliable?
NHTSA lists 32 complaints for the 2025 Envista with a complaint index of 0 and one recall. Electrical System problems make up 41% of complaints, the largest share of any category.
What is the biggest problem with the 2025 Buick Envista?
Electrical System issues are the top problem area, accounting for 13 of 32 complaints (41%), mostly involving screens and displays going blank.
Does the 2025 Buick Envista have a recall?
Yes, one recall (26V539000) affects the rearview camera, which may show a distorted or blank image; GM will inspect and replace the camera if needed.
How does the 2025 Envista compare to the 2024 model?
The 2025 Envista has 32 complaints versus 54 for 2024, but ranks 2nd worst of the 2 model years with data based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.