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2022 Buick Envision: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict

The 2022 Buick Envision has 23 NHTSA complaints and 1 recall, with electrical faults and engine problems as top concerns. Current data includes 23 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.

23
Complaints
β€”
Crashes
β€”
Fires
1
Injuries
β€”
Deaths
1
Recalls

2022 Buick Envision Fuel Economy

βœ“ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2022 Buick Envision trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

24
MPG City
22–24 range
31
MPG Hwy
29–31 range
26
MPG Combined
25–26 range
341
g COβ‚‚/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $1,000 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.

2022 Buick Envision Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested β€” showing 2022 Buick Envision SUV AWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

5/5

14.7% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

5/5

Side Crash

5/5

Rollover

4/5

14.7% probability

βœ“Stability Control: Standardβœ“Forward Collision Warning: Standardβœ“Lane Departure Warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

BUICK ENVISION 2022 has 23 NHTSA complaints and 1 recall. Electrical faults (8 complaints) and engine problems (7 complaints) are the top issues. Airbag malfunctions (4 complaints) also reported. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.

2022 Buick Envision β€” key reliability facts
Make
Buick
Model
Envision
Model year
2022
NHTSA owner complaints
23
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
1
Top reported component
Electrical Faults
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
26
EPA MPG city / highway
24 / 31
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
NHTSA overall safety rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA frontal crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA side crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA rollover rating
4/5 stars
Electronic stability control
Standard

Most Common 2022 Buick Envision Problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
8
complaints

Electrical Faults

#2
7
complaints

Engine Problems

#3
4
complaints

Airbag Malfunctions

Injuries:1

Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Airbag Malfunctions. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Should You Buy a Used 2022 Buick Envision?

The 2022 Buick Envision may be worth considering if you find a well-maintained example, but the electrical and engine complaint patterns warrant caution. Pre-purchase inspection and recall verification are essential.

Electrical faults and engine problems can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns, making pre-purchase inspection critical.

May Suit

This year may suit buyers who prioritize a compact luxury SUV and are willing to perform thorough due diligence.

May Want to Avoid

Buyers seeking maximum reliability and minimal service visits may want to avoid this model year.

What to Check Before Buying a Used 2022 Buick Envision

Inspection Focus

  • Inspect electrical system for warning lights, battery condition, and module function.
  • Check engine for unusual noises, stalling, or check engine light history.
  • Verify airbag system operation and recall completion.

Before You Close the Deal

  • Inspect electrical system for faults and battery health.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
  • Have a mechanic inspect before purchase.

Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.

Before buying a used 2022 Buick Envision, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.

What the Complaint Data Suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Buick Envision shows a low complaint volume but notable patterns in electrical faults (8 complaints) and engine problems (7 complaints). Airbag malfunctions (4 complaints) and transmission/drivetrain issues (3 complaints) also appear. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.

Year context: With only one model year analyzed, no direct comparison to lower- or higher-complaint years is available.

Recall context: One recall indicates a known issue that should be verified as repaired before purchase.

Key Findings
  • Electrical faults account for 8 of 23 complaints, the most reported component.
  • Engine problems total 7 complaints, the second most common issue.
  • Airbag malfunctions appear in 4 complaints, a safety-relevant concern.
Top Concerns
  • Electrical Faults: 8 complaints suggest potential wiring or module issues.
  • Engine Problems: 7 complaints may indicate stalling, power loss, or other drivability issues.
  • Airbag Malfunctions: 4 complaints raise safety concerns.
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. Low complaint volume (23) limits statistical significance and may not represent all vehicles.

All 2022 Buick Envision Complaints by Category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Buick Envision. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Electrical Faults8β€”β€”β€”
Engine Problems7β€”β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions4β€”β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain3β€”β€”β€”
Brake System3β€”β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues2β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB2β€”β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System2β€”β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention2β€”β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration1β€”β€”β€”
Lane Departure1β€”β€”β€”
Steering Defects1β€”β€”β€”
Hydraulic1β€”β€”β€”
Seat Belt Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Headlight/Taillight Failures1β€”β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Equipment1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

Real Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Buick Envision. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

Showing 23 most recent complaints

Electrical FaultsMay 18, 2026

My instrument panel cluster went black while the vehicle remained operational. The speedometer, warning lights, warning chimes, PRNDL/gear display, and dashboard are all non-functional. We checked fuses and performed a battery reset. The issue remains unresolved. This creates a …

Transmission / DrivetrainAug 29, 2025

The OnStar Telematics Module has malfunctioned and is causing SAFETY FEATURES to malfunction. It is causing the following to occur to the vehicle: 1. The faulty module is causing the car to shut OFF UNEXPECTEDLY MID DRIVE. Losing control of the vehicle instantly. No steering, no…

Airbag MalfunctionsAug 28, 2025

The contact owned a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, another vehicle failed to yield and collided with the contact’s vehicle. The contact stated that all of the air bags deployed. The contact stated that due to the steering air b…

Uncategorized IssuesAug 26, 2025

Telematics module drained my battery mid drive. Car shut off on highway. Module malfunctioned and caused safety features to malfunction. After communication with Dealership, OnStar, ultimately GM refuses to issue a recall on the module. This is a NATIONWIDE issue with GM Telemati…

Fuel/Propulsion SystemJul 2, 2025

I started the car. Backed out of my driveway. Put into drive. The car stalled I shifted to park tried to restart. It wouldn’t. At that point I tried to put car into neutral I couldn’t. There is no way to shift this car into neutral. ( I checked with service department at gmdeal…

Steering DefectsOct 30, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The message "No Lane Assist - Caution" was displayed. The contact pumped the brake pedal until the vehicle responded. The contact was abl…

Brake SystemJan 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and coming to a red light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact shifted to neutral before the vehicle came to a complete stop.…

Back Over PreventionOct 20, 2023

Park Assist was not installed during production with retrofit to be done. Vehicle was manufactured in June 2022. Still no retrofit. Safety issue!!

Electrical FaultsSep 20, 2023

Purchased new in March 2023 -Repair Safety Restraint System failed (alert signal) failed late June 2023. Inspected at the Dealer/mechanic on July 11 2023, and it was determined the Safety Restraint System panel was defective. Part ordered late June early July 2023 (estimate). P…

Electrical FaultsJul 23, 2023

Service safety restraint message displays. Sunroof, all parts will not function when attempted. Nothing happens. Airbag light indicates "off" Safety is critical in a vehicle and must be reliable and function properly. Vehicle servicer has confirmed the safety restraint issue, but…

Uncategorized IssuesJul 19, 2023

The collision warning system allows you to choose whether you want beeps or just seat vibration. I always chose beeps. But the vehicle randomly switches out of this and goes to seat vibration without me doing anything. This has happened numerous times, and the first time contribu…

Brake SystemJun 13, 2023

On Wednesday, 06/07/2023, my 2022 Buick Envision Avenir suddenly displayed a large number of error codes on the dashboard. I was able to quickly identify that the only operation of the vehicle that was impacted seemed to be the brakes as I had to exert a much larger effort to slo…

Transmission / DrivetrainApr 29, 2023

The Buick died due to a fuel pump control module. This happened in a busy intersection. We were unable to force car into neutral so it could be pushed out of traffic . Ninth minutes later a tow truck showed up and had to drag car onto roll back. We have exhausted attempts with GM…

Engine ProblemsMar 19, 2023

On 10/12/22 I was stopped at a red light. I was the first person in line at the red light, right at the entrance to the NYS Thruway. When the light turned green, my car locked up and I was unable to proceed. People were honking at me but the car would not go out of park. Some roa…

Engine ProblemsMar 19, 2023

This is my 2nd complaint regarding this car. On, 11/5/22, I was making a left hand turn on a highway, and heard a humming sound, that was elevating like the sound of an airplane. At first I thought it was coming from the music that was playing. I turned it down and the noise wa…

Transmission / DrivetrainFeb 6, 2023

New Buick Envision 2022 has ongoing engine and powertrain issues. Vehicle has been returned to the dealer service department for squeaking sounds coming from the engine when manually turning car off, coolant smell coming from engine and loud whistling sound when accelerating in s…

Electrical FaultsDec 15, 2022

Purchase the vehicle new with fifteen miles in June 2022, 11/3/2022 Service Instrument Cluster failure happened during a vehicle software update in November 2022. 11/7/2022 Took the vehicle to a GM Dealer they performed a software update that was to correct the problem. However, …

Engine ProblemsDec 9, 2022

Purchased 2022 Buick Envision on October 15, 2022, currently has estimated 2400 miles. One month after purchase at 2200 miles, November 16th, a squeaking noise started coming from engine when you turn the vehicle off. Additionally, engine makes a whistling sound when accelerating…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBOct 25, 2022

Car applied emergency braking when it should not have (and could have caused an accident)! Details: Driving approx 20 mph in traffic on highway in Houston. Approx 3-4 car lengths behind vehicle in front of me. There were cars to the left and right of us, .. they were staying…

Airbag MalfunctionsAug 23, 2022

Service Safety Restraint System warning and Airbag light comes on and off multiple times a day. Onstar and Dealer state they cannot recreate issue or find a code. I have pictures of the warning. It is very distracting when driving and warning bells are sounding and messages ar…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Buick Envision.

2022 Buick Envision Recalls

1 campaign

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Buick Envision. One recall indicates a known issue that should be verified as repaired before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

22V903000Aug 12, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Compare Buick Envision Model Years

With only one model year analyzed, no direct comparison to lower- or higher-complaint years is available.

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2022 Buick Envision Buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2022 Buick Envision reliable?β–Ύ

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 23 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2022 Buick Envision may be worth considering if you find a well-maintained example, but the electrical and engine complaint patterns warrant caution. Pre-purchase inspection and recall verification are essential. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Buick Envision?β–Ύ

#1: Electrical Faults (8 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (7 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (4 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Buick Envision?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2022 Buick Envision?β–Ύ

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Buick Envision, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 23 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2022 Buick Envision have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2022 Buick Envision. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. One recall indicates a known issue that should be verified as repaired before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2022 Buick Envision?β–Ύ

The 2022 Buick Envision may be worth considering if you find a well-maintained example, but the electrical and engine complaint patterns warrant caution. Pre-purchase inspection and recall verification are essential. Electrical faults and engine problems can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns, making pre-purchase inspection critical. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Buick Envision reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy

Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.