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Buick Envista Steering problems by year

6 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Buick Envista's steering. Loss of power steering, stiff or loose steering, wandering, column and rack problems.

Steering complaints by model year

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Latest Envista steering complaints

2024 Buick EnvistaSteeringElectrical systemEngine & cooling

My 2024 Buick Envista experienced catastrophic engine failure at 42,000 miles, requiring an engine replacement on Feb 11, 2026, after a rod failed and caused severe internal damage. Around 50,000 miles, the vehicle began stalling or losing acceleration when coming to a stop, with the check engine light. I have also experienced "Service Power Steering" and "Service Theft Deterrent" warnings and an incident involving the steering wheel locking. Restarting the vehicle several times the vehicle resets it self and...

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works These problems create serious safety risks, including losing acceleration in traffic, being unable to maneuver safely, and potentially losing steering control. The vehicle has been taken to a dealership multiple times, but the intermittent issues have not been reproduced or conclusively diagnosed. The dealership initially mentioned battery corrosion and later a weak battery. General Motors has been notified of the situation.

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11773932
2026 Buick EnvistaSteeringSuspension

The contact's friend owns a 2026 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH into a parking lot, the vehicle stopped unexpectedly. The contact stated that the vehicle jolted as if the vehicle was in a crash. The steering wheel was unresponsive while attempting to turn to the left or the right, and the front wheels failed to respond as intended. After stopping the vehicle, the ABS and stabili-trak warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and...

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determined that the damage to the steering and front suspension was caused by the vehicle driving over a curb. The contact stated that the driver had not driven over a curb. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to a collision center, and it was determined that there was a failure with the front suspension and steering. The collision center also concluded that the damage had been the result of the vehicle driving over a curb. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500.

Filed Incident Steering · SuspensionNHTSA 11723545
2024 Buick EnvistaSteeringElectrical system

I am writing to report a serious and ongoing safety issue with my vehicle. While I was actively driving in traffic, my car suddenly shut off completely without warning. This occurred while the vehicle was in motion, creating an immediate and dangerous situation. During this incident, the steering wheel locked up multiple times while I was driving, making it extremely difficult to control the vehicle and safely maneuver through traffic. This put not only my safety at risk, but also the safety of other drivers on...

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the road. In addition to this, there are multiple mechanical and safety-related issues with the vehicle: •The driver's seat is stuck and cannot be adjusted. •The front doors will not lock. •The back doors will not unlock. These issues significantly increase the risk of injury or harm in the event of an emergency, accident, or even while the vehicle is parked. Given that the vehicle shut off in traffic and experienced steering lock while driving, I do not feel the car is safe to operate. I am requesting that this matter be reviewed urgently, as this vehicle presents a serious safety hazard to myself and others. Please advise on the next steps for inspection, coverage, or resolution as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11708473
2025 Buick EnvistaSteeringBrakes

On [[redacted]], (sunday) after driving to an east lansing, mi restaurant & spending 1-1/2 hours eating breakfast, I turned my car on at about [[redacted]], and received an error message on the dashboard that the power steering was not functioning. I tried backing up, then driving forward 3-4 times & the issue was confirmed. I also turned the car off & on several times with the same error message appearing. I called on star and the diagnostic tests were all negative for issues. My call to on star got...

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disconnected. I turned my car off. When I turned it back on, the power steering was working. On star called me back & I reported that the power steering was now apparently working. I then drove, very apprehensively, over 100 miles to my home in grand haven, mi with no problems. This could have proved deadly if my power steering had failed during the drive. On [[redacted]], (sunday), at 3:22pm est, I received , in my email, my september 'diagnostic' report that my antilock braking system has an alert this month with requires immediate attention. As of today, monday, september 15, I have not contacted the dealer yet. This is my 3rd warranty issue so far, making me extremely unsatisfied (not your problem, I know). My backup camera ceased functioning & had to be replaced. My driver side mirror glass was never seated properly and the entire mirror is in the process of being replaced. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakesNHTSA 11687314
2024 Buick EnvistaSteeringElectrical systemBrakes

On four separate occasions now, while driving, the vehicle has completely shutdown. Two times this has happened in a parking lot and was relatively safe when it happened, but the other two times have been while driving on the freeway at freeway speeds. On all occasions, the entire dash will flicker a couple times, while the engine will sputter and then shut off. When this happens ALL systems including brakes, dashboard, engine, and steering are completely inoperable. Twice this has happened on the freeway while...

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moving at freeway speeds. Thankfully, on neither occasion did any accidents or injuries occur, but it could very well have been fatal. On all occasions, the car will remain off and cannot be started again by pushing the ignition button for a period of about 20 to 30 seconds, during which time I cannot steer or stop the vehicle. After about 20 to 30 seconds, the car will turn back on and appear to function normally.

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · Service brakesNHTSA 11655653
2024 Buick EnvistaSteeringElectrical systemDriver assistance

There was a shortage in the blinkers, and when a right turn was being made due to the blinker, not working, the car was snatched to the left, due to the lane assist being on which almost caused an accident.

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · Lane departureNHTSA 11650715

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