2022 Buick Envision problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Buick Envision, most often about electrical system. There is 1 recall for this model year.

Complaints
26
Recalls
1
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Median mileage
21,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Electrical System is the most-reported problem area, named in 10 of 26 complaints (38%).
  • Engine (7) and fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion (4) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 21,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury.
  • The 2022 Buick Envision has 1 recall on file.
  • It ranks 3rd of 10 Buick Envision model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 13% more complaints than the 2021 model year (23).

2022 Buick Envision problems by category

  • Electrical System
    10 complaints
  • Engine
    7 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Airbags
    4 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    4 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    3 complaints
  • Brakes
    3 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    3 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    2 complaints
  • Lighting
    1 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Electrical system8
Engine7
Fuel/propulsion system4
Air bags4
Power train3
Back over prevention: warnings2
Service brakes2
Unknown or other2

When problems happen (mileage)

1Under 10k210k–30k230k–60k60k–100k100k–150k150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2022 Buick Envision complaints that list mileage.

2022 Buick Envision recalls (1)

  • Recall 22V903000Dec 8, 2022740,108 vehicles
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Recent 2022 Buick Envision complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Oct 1, 2026WVFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    My 2022 Buick Envision is experiencing sudden engine stalling while driving and intermittent failure to start. This creates an immediate safety hazard as the vehicle loses power unexpectedly in traffic. This vehicle matches the exact year, model, and defect described in GM EMISSION RECALL N25216900(Fuel Pump Power Control Module). However GM corporate is refusing to cover the repair under the recall because they claim my VIN is not yet active in their ‘phased launch’ system.…
    NHTSA complaint #11768402 · source
  2. Filed Aug 26, 2026TXElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    There is a problem with the fuel gauge as its display is extremely erratic. As a driver this is not considered safe because it is unknown how much fuel is actually available in the vehicle.
    NHTSA complaint #11759817 · source
  3. Filed Aug 19, 202642,060 miVTElectrical System
    The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the instrument panel went black and the speedometer, direction light, gear, fuel gauge, and temperature gauge were not visible. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,060.
    NHTSA complaint #11757902 · source
  4. Filed May 18, 2026MIElectrical System
    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 significant safety concern, as I have no access to vehicle speed, warning lights, a gear indicator, or safety alerts while driving. I am requesting that this issue be formally documented and…
    NHTSA complaint #11738471 · source
  5. Filed Aug 29, 2025NYElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain
    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 gas, no brake, no gear change. THIS can cause a CATASTROPHIC ACCIDENT at higher speeds on the highways. The battery is completely drained when technicians inspect it but the alternator is working…
    NHTSA complaint #11683824 · source
  6. Filed Aug 28, 202530,000 miUT1 injuredTowedAirbags
    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 bag deploying, the emblem on the steering wheel column caused a severe arm injury. The contact was transported to a local emergency room and sustained severe burns on the forearm and wrist, as well as…
    NHTSA complaint #11683714 · source
  7. Filed Aug 26, 2025NYDriver Assistance & Safety TechOther / Unknown
    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 Telematics Module. Warranty will not cover the module on any of these vehicles. Someone is going to sustain serious bodily injury or maybe even die eventually if this issue isn’t resolved. Dealerships are…
    NHTSA complaint #11683092 · source
  8. Filed Jul 2, 2025SCFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    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 gmdealer). This alone is dangerous the car cannot be moved. Anyway the car was towed to a dealer who fixed it. It was th fuel pump power module. The dealer and tow truck driver both told me this happens at…
    NHTSA complaint #11670721 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology