Model year guide

2017 Buick Envision

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Buick Envision is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.

2017 Buick Envision — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Buick Envision at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints80
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined22–25 mpg
Typical price$22,472

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Buick Envision recalls 4

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #17V404000 · 27/06/2017

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints would fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints and tablet holders for the correct installation, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17239/1…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #18V358000 · 31/05/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-22…

Structure NHTSA Campaign #17V412000 · 29/06/2017

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17275.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #16V516000 · 07/07/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label as necessary, free of charge. The began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 56340.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Buick Envision common problems

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Buick Envision safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Buick Envision SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2017 Buick Envision MPG & running costs

Combined22–25 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,083

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2017 Buick Envision worth?

Low
$18,995
Typical price
$22,472
High
$27,590

From 11 comparable 2017 Buick Envision listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Buick Envision costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,415
Fuel only$15,415
Per mile$0.21

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.

2017 Buick Envision trims & engines on record

Trims
Essence · Premium Package · Premium II Package · Preferred
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl

2017 Buick Envision vehicles on record

Other Buick Envision model years

2017 Buick Envision — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Buick Envision have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2017 Buick Envision. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Buick Envision?

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, power train, engine.

What is the 2017 Buick Envision safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Buick Envision an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Buick Envision get?

The 2017 Buick Envision has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2017 Buick Envision worth?

Comparable 2017 Buick Envision listings run roughly $18,995–$27,590, typically around $22,472 (from 11 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.