2008 Buick Enclave Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.

Campaign #21V24600008/04/2021

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Campaign #21V78200007/10/2021

SEAT BELTS

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 9, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through March 18, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cable that connects the seatbelt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue and separate over time.

Campaign #14V26600020/05/2014

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured September 15, 2006, to February 29, 2012, and 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured August 17, 2006, to March 18, 2010. The affected vehicles, equipped with the power liftgate option, have gas struts that hold the power liftgate up when open. These struts may prematurely wear and the open liftgate may suddenly fall.

Campaign #15V41500030/06/2015

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bag (SIAB) wiring harnesses may result in the SIAB and seat belt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.

Campaign #14V11800017/03/2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Buick Enclave problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008-2008 Buick Enclave has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Enclave Power Steering Assist Loss — Special Coverage Adjustment 14329, Enclave 3.6L LLT Timing Chain Stretch + Oil Consumption. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Buick Enclave reliable?

The 2008-2008 Buick Enclave has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Enclave Power Steering Assist Loss — Special Coverage Adjustment 14329. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Buick Enclave problems?

Repair costs for known Buick Enclave issues range from $0 to $6,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Enclave Power Steering Assist Loss — Special Coverage Adjustment 14329, typically costs $0-$1,400 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2008-2012 Buick Enclave Enclave 3.6L LLT Timing Chain Stretch + Oil Consumption?

Early Enclaves (2008-2012, plus shared Traverse/Acadia/Outlook) with the 3.6L LLT direct-injection V6 share LaCrosse's timing chain stretch and a separate excessive-oil-consumption issue. The PCV system pulls oil into the intake, intake valves carbon up (no port injection to wash… Repairs typically run $2,500-$6,500. Severity: critical.

What is the 2008-2011 Buick Enclave Enclave Power Steering Assist Loss — Special Coverage Adjustment 14329?

GM Special Coverage Adjustment 14329 — extending warranty to 10 years / 150,000 miles — covers 2008-2011 Buick Enclave, 2007-2011 GMC Acadia, 2009-2011 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook for power-steering pump wear that causes intermittent drop in hydraulic pressur… Repairs typically run $0-$1,400. Severity: high.

2008 Buick Enclave Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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2008-2011 Buick Enclave: Enclave Power Steering Assist Loss — Special Coverage Adjustment 14329#

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