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General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. Read More », This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 - Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications. Display Does Not Remain Off at Times After Being Turned Off in Settings and no parts should be replaced due to this condition. Also, the Bluetooth would not work and I missed some phone calls. Read More », This bulletin provides information to dealers regarding transportation damage repair claim submission requirements. 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Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operations. Thankfully again car was on bumper to bumper coverage and I didn't have to pay for repair.". Read More », THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE USE OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES IN AN ENGINE, ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE CUSTOMER DESIRES ADDITIVES TO PREVENT FUEL CONCERNS DEPENDING ON FUEL OR TEMPERATURE RELATED CONDITIONS. This contains documentation, links to resources, and steps for diagnosis so you can get back on the road successfully. Buick Encore Engine Problems. data for a specific year. Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the rear brake pads to correct a condition of a moan noise in the rear brake pads at first apply due to an internal concern regarding the pads that were initially installed on the ... Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT VEHICLES MAY HAVE REAR BRAKE NOISE THAT OCCURS AT FIRST BRAKE APPLY WHEN BACKING UP BUT CAN ALSO OCCUR IN DRIVE. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on the top tier fuels that are recommended in GM vehicles. Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period. Read More », This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers to determine whether or not they need to contact the PQC for an engine, transmission or transfer case assembly replacement and information explaining the PQC process, Global Warranty ... Read More », THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES TO COMPLETE A TRANSSMISSION ADAPTIVE LEARN ON ALL THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF VEHICLES AND TRANSMISSIONS BASED ON RPO OPTIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF HARSH SHIFTS ON HARD ACCELLERATIONS. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (four problems). Read More », This Bulletin provides procedures to correct a condition of Power Foldaway Mirror Glass Shake, Flutter at Normal Driving Speeds Read More », THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE WIPER ARM AND BLADE TO CORRECT A CUSTOMER CONCERN THAT THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER STREAKS AND/OR LEAVES MARKS ON THE WINDSHIELD. Technician should check the Regular Production Option Code list for (VV4). ", "Seemed like a little soon for brakes needing to be replaced. Read More », This technical bulletin advises the technician to replace the rear diff carrier if heavy corrosion caused noise, cracking and/or leaking to correct the customers concerns. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of various concerns when using Bluetooth components. To see how frequently Buick Encore problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the evap canister for vehicles with the condition of Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated with DTC P0446 or P0455 Set due to spiders laying a nest within the canister. Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS FOR DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN. It it hard to shut when the hatch is up & you are short 0 Answers. Read More », This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on Non-Design Intent Wheel Lock Nuts and Lug Nuts. Read More », This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on Causal Part requirements for transactions submitted to GM for payment. Read More », This informational bulletin provides a listing of the parts availability for coax repair procedures and what is needed to complete some repairs. Read More », This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer an issue where the vehicle's engine may crank over unprompted and not start afterward. Read More », This technical bulletin provides information on Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the transport mode message on and off. Read More ». Read More », This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report. ", "At less than 10,000 miles the brakes were almost metal on metal!....Have NEVER had that happen before either...disappointing on an otherwise pretty good little SUV", "after rain or snow the rotors develop a thin coat of rust which makes a loud metallic squeaking noise when the brakes are applied,have taken Buick to dealer bought it from at least 3 times for this problem, answer is always same,we cleaned the rotors and can't find anything wrong.I went online and discovered Buick has had numerous complaints about this problem. 2016 Buick Encore Reviews and Ratings Utility 4D AWD I4 Turbo . Read More », This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs. Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO REPLACE THE RADIO IF THE PHONE ICON IS PRESSED AND IT WILL HIGHLIGHT, OR HIGHLIGHT AND SPIN, BUT THE RADIO WILL NOT CHANGE FROM THAT SCREEN. Read More », THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO ENABLE THE 4G LTE WIFI ON NEWLY DELIVERED VEHICLES FOR SOME VEHICLES THAT WERE NOT SHIPPED WITH THE FEATURE NOT ENABLED. Read More », This informational Bulletin provides Do's and Don'ts for maximizing gasoline engine fuel economy, other various tips and a list of websites for additional information. Read More », THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION FOR IGNITION KEY, FOB, KEY TAGS AND KEY RINGS CONFIGURATION FOR VARIOUS VEHICLES AND APPLYING A QR CODE STICKER OR BARCODE STICKER TO THE FOB. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a no start or another concern after swapping an Engine Control Module or other modules from one vehicle to another. Read More », This Preliminary information communicates to inspect the RDCCM connector for corrosion.If terminals are corroded, make sure the connector is sealed withdielectric grease when replacing the RDCCM. Read More », This informational bulletin provides a information and diagnostic steps/tips for vehicles that are slow to heat up in cold temperatures. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician how to determine if the vehicle is equipped with wireless fidelity. TOTAL. TECHNICIAN WILL NEED TO CHECK THE TORQUE ON TURBOCHARGER MOUNTING BOLTS. The technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0299 or P0234 set. L4-1.4L Turbo. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a diagnostic tip for navigation radios that have inaccurate entries at times when using the voice recognition to input the address. (then you must remember to turn them back on) program change is needed to allow the brightness to be adequate with out turning the running / head lights on. Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface wheel bead seats. Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on a new U.S. dealer special tool loan program. The 2016 Buick Encore is powered by one of two turbocharged 1.4-liter inline four-cylinder engines. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states. Read More », This bulleting provides Wiring, Terminal and Connector Repair Information including how to determine the Service Part Number in eSI and how to locate the part(s) in the EPC. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on key code security and information on GM key code look up applications. Read More », THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES WARRANTY INFORMATION ON USING THE SERVICE PROGRAMMING SYSTEM (SPS) FOR PROGRAMMING CONTROL MODULES Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to update your apple product to the latest software version to correct a condition of infotainment system will not return to media after bluetooth call ... Read More », This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2014 - 2016 model years to cleaning information to correct a customer concern of seeing a white film/residue on the IP pad and/or door trim panels. With all the problems already discussed, it makes sense that owners would want to ensure that the brakes are working correctly. Read More », This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Iitermittently key will not rotate in door or ignition lock cylinder. Buick Encore owners have reported 11 problems related to check engine light on (under the engine and engine cooling category). No trouble codes may be set referencing this condition. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better ... Read More », This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the E80 Engine Control Module part numbers 12669908 or 12672502 have been placed on part restriction by General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information to advise dealers about seat belt buckles not operating and/or seat belt warning light illumination, as well as difficulty latching and unlatching the buckle or the buckle release button ... Read More », Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process. I had the battery checked and the alternator checked. Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO DIAGNOSE THE CONCERN AND THE STEPS TO REPAIR THE CONCERN. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Use of Dealer Case Management (DCM) and Being Prepared for Contacting U.S. Technical Assistance (TAC). Read More », THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON A NORMAL CONDITION ON TEMPERED GLASS OF SPOTS SHOWING ON THE REAR AND SIDE WINDOWS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN THE SUNLIGHT. 2016 Buick Encore Edmunds Review . Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the radio to correct a customer several concerns caused by to an internal software calibration. Read More », N192210240 - Special Coverage Adjustment - Certain vehicles shown above, may have a condition that could cause the evaporative emissions purge valve to not fully close. For more information on how we collect and use this information, please review our Privacy Policy. Voice control in the Buick is very naive compared to these others. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the ... Read More », This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak. TECHNICIAN MAY FIND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300 SET. Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT THE E80 ENGINE CONTROL MODULE PART NUMBERS 12669908 OR 12672502 HAVE BEEN PLACED ON PART RESTRICTION BY GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0300 set in the Engine Control Module. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications. Problem with your 2016 Buick Enclave? Read More », This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on the change in product field action customer reimbursement procedure. Read More », This technical bulletin provide a procedure to replace both the intermediate steering shaft boots (seals) and the steering gear to correct a customer concern on a hard steer during colder temperatures and/or knocking/clicking noise heard ... Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT THE MEDIA ORIENTED SYSTEMS TRANSPORT BUS DIAGNOSTIC TOOL KIT (EL-51578) HAS BEEN RELEASED TO HELP DIAGNOSE ANY OF THE MEDIA ORIENTED SYSTEMS TRANSPORT ... Read More », THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO CLEAR ALL ACTIVE PULL COMPENSATION LEARNED LIMITS IN THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE TO CORRECT A CUSTOMER CONCERN ON A STEERING DRIFT OR PULL CONDITION WHERE THE VEHICLE MAY APPEAR TO ... Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed the power steering system to correct a condition of power steering noise or fluid leak from power steering pump, gear or high pressure hose during extreme low temperature ... Read More », This technical bulletin provides information to replace the RDCM to correct a condition of MIL or Service AWD Light and associated DTCs. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the intake manifold if diagnostics has found the Non Return Valve missing. Read More », THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES DIAGNOSTIC TIPS TO HELP CORRECT MULTIPLE CONCERNS REGARDING THE USB PORT BEING INOPERATIVE OR UNABLE TO PLAY MUSIC THROUGH THE USB PORT. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. ... Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product ... Read More », This informational bulletin provides Information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and Instrument Panel Clusters (IPCs) Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN THAT AFTER REPLACING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER THE EXCHANGE CENTER IS UNABLE TO PROGRAM THE ACTUAL MILEAGE ON THE ODOMETER OR THE ACTUAL MILEAGE IS ... Read More », This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2015-2016 model years to repair information to correct a customer concern of inaccurate or slow response of outside air temperature display. ", "check engine light came on, took it in, and one cylinder wasn't working at all. Read More », This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration ? There are 21 complaints filed for the 2016 BUICK ENCORE. Reactivate now Read More », This preliminary informational bulletin provides information regarding the normal characteristic of instrument panel red brake light intermittently comes on. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. Read More », This technical bulletin provides a procedure to clear the codes and re-evaluate the XM radio channels to correct a condition of audio muting when listening to some Sirius XM channels but if they change channels they will find others that ... Read More », This bulletin describes the Dealer special tool loan program process. Read More », This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on required operating procedures. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. The dealership said my pistons were not firing and had to be replaced with the turbo. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0442. Read More », This informational bulletin provides Information Regarding Servicing Components Located Near SIR Components and how to properly disable the SIR system for repairs at or near Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only) Read More », This informational bulletin provides information regarding Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to take to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have an inaccurate clock. When the headlights are on, not enough power is sent to the back up camera dash mounted display", "Daytime lights may or not be on all the time -- the dashboard indicator does not light as it should. ", "Turbo housing was cracked, replaced along with all new coolant and oil feed lines. Read More », This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S. Only). GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Read More », This Preliminary Information communicates reason forAC Inoperative and/or Ambient Temperature Display Missing from the Radio. Customer Concern Not Duplicated (CCND) Labor Operation Numbers. Read More », GENERAL MOTORS: PARTS FOR MOST VEHICLES, CLUTCH, MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ARE, REQUIRED AND REQUESTED, TO BE RETURNED AND NEED TO REORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS USING SAME PART NUMBERS. Read More », Battery Testing and Warranty Replacement Requirements (North America ONLY) Read More », This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customers concern of check engine light on with DTC P1101 set. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on GM Accessories ? for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead ... Read More », This GM of Canada New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program and GWM Transaction Submission Information Bulletin provides information for the new tires that the vehicle are equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects ... Read More », THIS INFORMATIONAL PROVIDES INFORMATION ON SLIGHT OR MILD TIRE FEATHERING AND RECOMMENDED PRACTICES. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on enhancing field product reports with digital pictures. Read More », This bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode On Message Being Displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the Transport Mode message ON and OFF. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician of a concern where the Onstar� menu is missing from the radio display. Read More », This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. ... What are some of the 2016 Buick Encore turbo problems? "Back up camera lighting is very poor the headlights need to be turned off before lighting is satisfactory. Read More », This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on GM Accessory Remote start not working with onstars remotelink phone applications Read More », THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO TAKE TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE AN INACCURATE CLOCK. The PPMY index of a certain model is defined as the problems reported per thousand vehicles per Year.The total sales of the 2014 Buick Encore in the United States are 59,151 units .If the total number of problems reported by Buick Encore owners in the last 6 … Read More », This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid. This information may be used by NHTSA during the investigation process. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on the proper ways to remove or replace the key cylinder covers due to some vehicles having the key cylinders hidden during the time of delivery. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement. Our list of 1 known complaint reported can help you fix your 2016 Buick Enclave. Average failure mileage is 70,850 miles. to get the information you were looking for! The second most common problem is related to the car stall (three problems). Make an update to the software to fix. Read More », This technical bulletin provides repair procedure information to correct a customer concern of Transport Mode On message displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or battery light is flashing. What are some of the 2016 Buick Encore engine problems? Read More », THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF A MANUAL TRANSMISSION. Read More », This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not when replacing a module. Read More », this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits. The 2016 Buick Encore has 53 problems & defects reported by Encore owners. Read More », This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with steps to resolve the issue of an oily substance that may be found on the inside windshield surface, and appears to be leaking from the rear view mirror area. Because of being a newer vehicle, parts were not readily available. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Buick Encore based on all problems reported for the Encore. bought this 2016 buick encore 3 weeks ago. Read More », This Preliminary information communicates to dealers that the Bezel on the shifter can be serviced separately. Read More », Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares. Read More », This informational bulletin provides information for the technician when looking up the P/N for the 3.5 mm audio jack for the USB, to make sure and enter the VIN# to ensure the correct part is being ordered. 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