Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2015 Buick Enclave
The 2015 Buick Enclave is a comfortable, spacious SUV, but it's plagued by multiple airbag-related recalls and various owner complaints. Although reliable for many, potential buyers should be cautious of the significant airbag issues, especially concerning the driver's side inflator. Additionally, electrical and engine issues have been reported more frequently than desirable for this model.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2015 Buick Enclave has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 171 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #23V334000 Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V246000 Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V782000 Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V246000 Side Curtain Air Bags May be Unsecured NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V044000 Tire Tread Cracking/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 105 complaints
- Electrical System 14 complaints
- Unknown or Other 13 complaints
- Engine 12 complaints
- Steering 12 complaints
- Service Brakes 10 complaints
Of the 171 complaints on file, 7 report a crash; across all 171 complaints, owners report 6 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag inflator may explode
How to check: Ensure recall repairs for airbags have been completed
Side curtain airbags not attached
How to check: Verify side airbags' proper attachment
Electrical system failures
How to check: Test all electronic controls and observe for flickers
Engine stalling
How to check: Check for unusual noises and stalling during engine start
Steering difficulties reported
How to check: Feel for unusual resistance or noise during turns
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for any knocking or clicking sounds from engine
Red flag: Persistent knocking sound
- 02
City driving
What to check: Check steering responsiveness and ease
Red flag: Steering feels stiff or noisy
- 03
Highway acceleration
What to check: Observe power delivery and engine noise
Red flag: Hesitation or unusual noises during acceleration
- 04
Low-speed turns
What to check: Listen for creaking or clicking noises from suspension
Red flag: Loud creaks or clicks
- 05
Braking
What to check: Feel for vibrations or noises when applying brakes
Red flag: Significant vibration or noise when braking
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have all recall repairs been completed?
- Have you experienced any airbag issues?
- Any electrical problems with controls?
- Has the engine ever stalled unexpectedly?
- What maintenance has been done on the steering?
- Are there any outstanding issues or defects?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle service history
- Recall repair receipts
- Title and registration
- Current vehicle inspection report
- Warranty documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2015 Buick Enclave at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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