Model year guide

2021 Buick Envision

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Buick Envision is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2021 Buick Envision — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2021 Buick Envision at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints23
Combined25–26 mpg
Typical price$38,827

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

2021 Buick Envision recalls 2

Air Bags:srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/light NHTSA Campaign #21V421000 · 10/06/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

Fix: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevro…

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #22V903000 · 08/12/2022

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…

Fix: 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 cust…

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.

2021 Buick Envision common problems

Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.

2021 Buick Envision MPG & running costs

Combined25–26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,650

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2021 Buick Envision worth?

Low
$32,990
Typical price
$38,827
High
$44,070

From 9 comparable 2021 Buick Envision listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Buick Envision costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$20,450
Total$33,700
Per mile$0.45

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($38,827) with the same model 4 model-years older ($22,472), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2021 Buick Envision trims & engines on record

Trims
Essence · Avenir · Preferred
Engines
2.0L

2021 Buick Envision vehicles on record

Other Buick Envision model years

2021 Buick Envision — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Buick Envision have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 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 2021 Buick Envision?

Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Buick Envision get?

The 2021 Buick Envision has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2021 Buick Envision worth?

Comparable 2021 Buick Envision listings run roughly $32,990–$44,070, typically around $38,827 (from 9 vehicles).

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