Buick Encore vs Jeep Wrangler
For 2013–2022 models, the Buick Encore has 10.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 35.5 for the Jeep Wrangler. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2013–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Buick Encore
10.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
71% fewer than the Jeep Wrangler
- Complaints
- 598
- Sold
- 588,707
- Recall campaigns
- 13
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2013 and 2015. Fewest: 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Turbocharger and intercooler
Typically around 75,450 mi · repair $1,520–$2,820
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 29,500 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 24,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 50,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 27,000 mi
Jeep Wrangler
35.5 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.5× the Buick Encore’s rate
- Complaints
- 6,992
- Sold
- 1,971,246
- Recall campaigns
- 44
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2018. Fewest: 2015–2017 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Buick Encore or the Jeep Wrangler?
For 2013–2022 models, the Buick Encore has 10.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 35.5, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Buick Encore?
The most-reported problem on the Buick Encore is turbocharger and intercooler, typically around 75,450 miles; the repair typically runs $1,520–$2,820.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
Which Buick Encore and Jeep Wrangler years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Buick Encore: 2013 and 2015; Jeep Wrangler: 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.