Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA
Common problems: Brake problems, engine problems, and transmission problems were most commonly reported for the 2020 Buick Encore GX.
The 2020 Buick Encore GX has been the subject of two recalls, one for a faulty electronic brake boost sensor and one for an improperly built emergency jack.
Though buying a new car should be an enjoyable experience, the financial investment of a vehicle can make it stressful to find something.
Each make and model of vehicle can have its own issues, so doing research is vital, but with so much information out there it can quickly become overwhelming.
In this article, we will be summarizing the information available about the 2020 Buick Encore GX so that you can be better informed as a potential buyer or as a current owner. We will also discuss the lemon law and how you can use it to get compensation for purchasing a defective vehicle.
Common 2020 Buick Encore GX Problems
- Brake Problems: Spongey brakes, brake failure
- Engine Problems: Loss of engine power, stalling, unwanted and sudden acceleration
- Transmission Problems: Car doesn’t recognize being in park, lurching, gear slippage, stalling
2020 Buick Encore GX Brake Problems
Only two different brake problems were described by 2020 Buick Encore owners, but both can be very dangerous. The first is the feeling of brakes being spongey, which can make it difficult for the driver to determine if the brakes are actually responding. Spongey brakes also might be indicative that the brakes are going to fail soon.
Brake failure was the other highly-reported problem and is dangerous for obvious reasons. Any indication that the brakes in your vehicle are not working properly should be taken seriously and addressed by a mechanic.
Buick issued a recall for faulty electronic brake boost sensors in September 2020. The NHTSA Recall ID for this recall is 20V588.
2020 Buick Encore GX Transmission Problems
Transmission problems impact the transmission of the vehicle, which controls acceleration and deceleration. When the transmission is not working properly, the vehicle may accelerate on its own or suddenly slow down. Either of these could result in an accident, depending on where other vehicles are on the road are.
Specifically in the 2020 Buick Encore GX, consumers report the car not recognizing it is in park, lurching forward, slipping gears, and stalling. Because of how dangerous transmission problems can be, they too should be inspected and repaired by a mechanic once discovered.
2020 Encore GX Owners Concerns
“When parking car in garage, placed vehicle in park, then turned vehicle off, received a message on dash ” SHIFT TO PARK”. The car was in park. Even though the engine was off, it would not allow radio, or lights to shut off until this message goes off. Some times it takes several minutes for message to go out. I have taken to GM dealership, and was told shifter assembly needs replaced ($500). I have learned their currently is a class action suit for this issue at this date.”
“About a quarter mile out of the dealership, check engine light popped on followed by a message that the engine power would be reduced. We stalled at an freeway off-ramp intersection and had to call the dealership. After a few off/on tries we drove the rest of the quarter mile back to the dealership just in time for it to die in their parking lot. They had no answer for why this happened, so we left immediately. We did some deep-dive research when we got one and this exact scenario has been a major problem since the 2013 Encore according to ownership reviews and forums. That is TERRIFYING.”
“2/3/2021 I was driving with my daughter today.She was driving and we were approaching a left hand turn at an intersection. We had a green light and i could see that her foot was on the brake. She started the turn with her foot still on the brake. The vehicle accelerated while her foot was on the brake and the steering wasn’t responding. We hit a telephone pole. This vehicle was purchased less than 2 weeks ago and has less than 115 miles on it. this is a major safety issue.”
How the Lemon Law Can Benefit You
The lemon law process protects consumers who buy or lease defective vehicles by creating a framework they can use to seek recourse from the manufacturer in the event their vehicle is a lemon.
The lemon law process begins when a consumer experiences recurring defects in their car that affect its use, safety, or value. These defects must then be attempted to be repaired by an authorized manufacturer dealership, and at least the first repair must take place within the manufacturer’s original warranty period.
The first step is for the consumer to take the vehicle to an authorized manufacturer dealership for repairs, keeping detailed records of all attempts, communications, and expenses.
State laws usually allow two to four repair attempts before the vehicle is considered a lemon, with fewer attempts required for serious safety risks. If the vehicle is out of service for 30 or more days within the first year or warranty period, it may also qualify as a lemon. The consumer can then request a refund or replacement.
At this stage, consumers can proceed with a lemon law claim. Hiring a lemon law attorney is recommended for expert guidance. Consulting a lemon law attorney throughout this process can help navigate the complexities and improve the chances of a favorable outcome.
Alternatively, the consumer can pursue their case in court. If the case goes to court, the consumer must prove the vehicle is a lemon under state law. Successful lemon law claims result in a refund or replacement vehicle, and typically the payment of the consumer’s legal fees and costs.
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