Most common 2022 Buick Envision problems
Share of the 26 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Buick Envision complaints by model year
Best Envision years: 2018, 2020. Years to avoid: 2023, 2021, 2022, 2019. Compare all years →
2022 Buick Envision recalls (1)
Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › Software
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.
Remedy: 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.
What 2022 Buick Envision owners say
Electrical system
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the garage while he was working in the yard with the vehicle fob in his pocket. The contact stated as he walked into the garage, he noticed that the vehicle was running on its own. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact sat in the driver's seat, put his seatbelt on, depressed the brake pedal, pushed the turn off button and the vehicle turned off. The contact stated that the fob alone could not start the vehicle as the vehicle was designed to only start when he got in the driver seat, locked the driver's door, put his seatbelt on, and pushed the start button while in possession of the fob. The contact also attempted to start the vehicle with the fob alone several times to determine whether the fob alone could start the vehicle, but he was not successful. …
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The message "No Lane Assist - Caution" was displayed. The contact pumped the brake pedal until the vehicle responded. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure was related to the brake system computer chip. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the same repair was performed. Additionally, the contact stated while starting the vehicle, the messages indicating transmission and steering failures were displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure could be related to the body control module (BCM). The vehicle was being diagnosed. …
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and coming to a red light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact shifted to neutral before the vehicle came to a complete stop. The engine continued to rev abnormally as if the vehicle was accelerating. After several minutes, the engine stopped revving excessively, and the contact was able to continue driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to depress the brake pedal. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,000.
What component or system failure or malfunction, and is it available for inspection upon request? AUTO STOP/START-POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?- The issue is the AutoStop feature and the transmission. When driving, it appears that the gears are not shifting correctly; also, while driving, the RPM has reached a high level of 5 multiple times, which is now a cause for concern. My minor son and I were driving today, and an 18 wheeler started veering into our lane. When I sped up to move over to the next lane, the vehicle hesitated, the engine revved up, and the vehicle started moving slowly. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? The vehicle is en route to the dealership. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? …
Air bags
The contact owned a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, another vehicle failed to yield and collided with the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that all of the air bags deployed. The contact stated that due to the steering air bag deploying, the emblem on the steering wheel column caused a severe arm injury. The contact was transported to a local emergency room and sustained severe burns on the forearm and wrist, as well as whiplash. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and destroyed. The dealer was contacted. and referred the contact to the manufacturer for further assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Service Safety Restraint System warning and Airbag light comes on and off multiple times a day. Onstar and Dealer state they cannot recreate issue or find a code. I have pictures of the warning. It is very distracting when driving and warning bells are sounding and messages are popping up that take my eyes off the road. This vehicle has ~2500 miles and began at ~2400 miles.
2022 Buick Envision engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 9-speed automatic | FWD | 24 / 31 / 26 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 9-speed automatic | AWD | 22 / 29 / 25 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Buick Envision a good car?
Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Envision rates use caution: 2.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the Envision at the same age. It is one of the Envision years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Buick Envision?
The electrical system — 10 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year, most often about adas › driver monitoring › software. Next are the engine & cooling (7) and air bags (4).
How many recalls does the 2022 Buick Envision have?
There is 1 recall for the 2022 Buick Envision, the most recent from December 8, 2022 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Buick Envision?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023, 2021, 2022 and 2019. See the full Buick Envision years comparison.
At what mileage do 2022 Buick Envision problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 21,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.