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2021 Buick Encore GX FWD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 31 MPG.
The Buick Encore GX is a subcompact crossover SUV built by General Motors starting in 2019. Like the smaller Encore and the related Chevrolet Trailblazer, the Encore GX is manufactured by GM Korea. In China, it is manufactured by the SAIC-GM joint venture.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2021 Buick Encore GX SUV AWD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 31 | 29 | 302 |
| 1.3L 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 32 | 31 | 288 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
2 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
82 complaints filed by owners for this model year (3 involving a crash, 0 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD?
EPA figures for the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD reach 31 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD?
Owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA for the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD, most often about: Engine, Power Train, Service Brakes. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
What is the safety rating of the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD?
NHTSA gave the 2021 Buick Encore GX FWD (2021 Buick Encore GX SUV AWD) an overall 5-star rating in the official 5-Star Safety Ratings program.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.