Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2019 Buick EnvisionRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 23 owner complaints for the 2019 Buick Envision. Most complaints involve service brakes (6) and electrical system (3). The EPA rates it 22–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
22–25mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
23
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$2,550est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2019 Buick Envision as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
23 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2018 – Jul 2026
- Service brakes6
- Electrical system3
- Wheels3
- Suspension3
- Tires3
- Engine2
- Power train2
- Steering2
- Forward collision avoidance2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Service brakes
6 reports
“Driving home from work and I seen the "service brake assist" light popped on. I did not know what that meant, until I tried to slow down around a curve. The brake pedal was extremely firm and mad stopping in time almost impossible. I made it home and looked on internet for answers. I checked the sensors, brake fluid and checked again and no help. I noticed a puddle of oil under the car and checked the lipstick which showed i was very low on oil. The next day I had to tow the car 45 to 50 miles to dealership. The dealership had car for 3 days and told us it was the brake vacuum pump that failed. The vehicle was not under warranty and we paid over $800 to have it repaired. We live off a busy road and it was very hazardous driving it home.”
Electrical system
3 reports
“The envision started losing power, the engine would not gain speed or if it did it was very slow, had the booster vacuum sensor changed, Sudden loss of power or sluggish acceleration, In the beginning the noise/whining was not loud however increased from the engine. Took to a repair shop, could not figure it out, informed dealership, was advised to bring it in. As the car was driven into the lot it died and was unable to start again, dealership informed it was going to cost more than the $22,000 that I paid for it. It appears that the turbo’s failure has damaged internal components, a full engine rebuild is necessary. Bought the car with 63,000 miles, engine went around 100k, had an easy care insurance/mechanical policy just over the mileage limit, tried contacting Buick, due to no recall they wouldn't start a case file for me”
Wheels
3 reports
“Kim drive over same bump on r”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
3 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic 6-spd · Automatic 9-spd
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline · Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Envision FWD Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 | 359 |
| Envision AWD Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 24 | $2,700 | 377 |
| Envision AWD Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,600 | 401 |
- 25mpg comb.
- 24mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Buick Envision SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 15.9%
Overall
— / 5
Buick Envision SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- Not rated
- Rollover risk
- 0.0%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2019 Envision questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Buick Envision have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.
What are the most common 2019 Buick Envision problems?
Owners filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (6), electrical system (3), wheels (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2019 Buick Envision get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Buick Envision at 22–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
How safe is the 2019 Buick Envision?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Buick Envision 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026