2018 Buick envision Essence
LRBFX2SA9JD001714
Vehicle history report for the 2018 Buick envision Essence (VIN LRBFX2SA9JD001714). Sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.5L 4-cyl, gasoline. Title: Clean. 27,512 mi reported. Registered in Or. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
![2018 Buick envision Essence, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN LRBFX2SA9JD001714](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ed/2018_Buick_Envision_AWD_rear_6.2.18.jpg)
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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Safety & driver-assistance equipment
Equipment the manufacturer reported to NHTSA for this VIN.
"Optional" means the feature was offered on this model but the VIN alone can't confirm it was fitted. Source: NHTSA vPIC.
What's a 2018 Buick envision worth?
What comparable 2018 Buick envision vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2018 Buick envision with this engine.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions with this engine; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 Buick envision costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
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Safety recall campaigns
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Buick envision, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 14
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2018 Buick envision.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
I was going to work in the morning. I went to stop at the redlight right at my work but my brakes were very firm and wouldnt push down. My service brake warning came up on my dash and service engine light came on. I had to practically stand up and press as hard as I could to get it to slow down enough to not rear end the person in front of me. I thank God…
NHTSA ODI #11766316SUSPENSION
UNKNOWN- when driving onto a rough road my front end will shake violently, even the steering wheel shakes. Sometimes it will go on for about 1 minute + or -
NHTSA ODI #11694386ENGINE
My vehicle only has 81824 miles on it and I am having head gasket issues. I have a coolant leak into my engine. It is barely 7 years old. This should NOT be an issue in a vehicle this age with this many miles. I have seen that this has become a known issue with the 2018 Buick Envision and it should be a recall. I have had to refill my coolant reservoir 3 tim…
NHTSA ODI #11661556ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,BACK OVER PREVENTION
Multiple Electrical parts became faulty starting with 3 tire sensors, then the front passenger airbag sensor, immediately followed by both rear sensor control modules. Milage at onset was approx 85000. Brought to dealer for dx due to my vehicle applying breaks when it shouldn’t, when auto start/stop was still on, the vehicle powersteering would stop working …
NHTSA ODI #11652451ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The Instrument Panel Cluster failed and is completely gone black. Due to the failure, there is no speedometer, or other safety notifications being delivered to the driver. The lack of knowing your current speed, the speed cruise control is set at, along with zero safety notifications is a huge safety issue for the driver and passengers, other vehicles on the…
NHTSA ODI #11574230STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Every time the car auto stops and turns back on the steering locks. So when the car starts you can’t turn the wheel. Also, while driving the car will lock and radio will shut off/ turn on. This happens like 1 to 2x a week. It is available for inspection. It could be very dangerous for me and others for needing to turning into places or even turning down the …
NHTSA ODI #11514166SERVICE BRAKES
While driving my vehicle at 55mph on a country road, I went to brake, and then realized that I had no brakes. I had to coast to a near stop and put everything I had into pushing the little bit of brake pedal clearance left to the floor to come to a complete stop. I had NO warning signs or dash lights before this happened. Once I turned my car off and then b…
NHTSA ODI #11481677UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On June 4, 2022 the radio bar showed a line in the middle of it and the volume of it would not increase. I could not hear anything. I tried everything even going into systems on the radio. Later that day it corrected itself and went back to normal. On June 18, 2022 the front passenger side window I put down approximately 1-1 1/4” and drove for maybe a half m…
NHTSA ODI #11469947+ 6 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN LRBFX2SA9JD001714 valid?
LRBFX2SA9JD001714 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in China. It decodes to the 2018 Buick envision.
What is a fair price for a 2018 Buick envision?
Comparable 2018 Buick envision listings run roughly $23,995–$29,260, typically around $26,238 (from 8 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2018 Buick envision get?
The 2018 Buick envision has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.