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⚠ 4 open recalls⚠ 140 owner complaints✓ VIN fully verified
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VIN 5GAKVBKD8GJ196085 identifies a sport utility vehicle — the 2016 Buick Enclave Leather. This specific unit was assembled at the LANSING - DELTA TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Buick's North American production plants. It is equipped with AWD/All-Wheel Drive and a 3.6L 6 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries a notable 4 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include air bags:frontal, seats, visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor. All recalls must be repaired by a Buick dealer at no charge to the owner. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway), which represents below-average for its class fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $3600 at national average gas prices. It scores 3/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 518 g CO₂/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2016 Buick Enclave Leather falls in an estimated used-market range of $10,600–$15,200. The recall history may provide some negotiating leverage. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2016 BUICK Enclave
The 2016 Buick Enclave is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2016 model year evaluation.
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: LANSING - DELTA TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls
4 Open Recalls
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick...
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year...
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year...
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Owner Complaints
140 filed with NHTSA
Traction stabilization light comes on very frequently and vehicle...
I am seeing that these have been repaired, when...
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Fuel Economy
EPA data unavailable
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$10,600–$15,200
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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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters...
15V83300011/12/2015
SEATS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured November 6, 2015, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles have a the third row left lower seat frame that may...
Risk: If the seat frame is not welded in the correct places, the seat may not perform as intended, and in the event of a...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row left side lower seat frame, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The...
15V60900029/09/2015
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured August 18, 2015 to September 24, 2015. Due to a manufacturing defect, the windshield wiper motor may overheat when used.
Risk: A wiper motor that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use their...
23V33400010/05/2023
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE07/08/2026
Traction stabilization light comes on very frequently and vehicle...
Traction stabilization light comes on very frequently and vehicle loses power, step on gas and it sputters can’t get out of any one’s way, they throw parts at...
AIR BAGS02/26/2026
I am seeing that these have been repaired, when...
I am seeing that these have been repaired, when in fact it has not been repaired.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12/01/2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Buick Enclave...
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Buick Enclave on November 25, 2025 from an independent dealer. It was later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. At...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER08/22/2025
We have had spark plugs fixed twice in the...
We have had spark plugs fixed twice in the past 4 months and they keep faltering. Both mechanics changed them
AIR BAGS08/21/2025
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not...
AIR BAGS08/13/2025
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable....
AIR BAGS07/14/2025
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not...
AIR BAGS04/07/2025
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not...
Negotiation tip:
This vehicle has 4 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 140 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,450/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 5GAKVBKD8GJ196085 decode to?+
VIN 5GAKVBKD8GJ196085 decodes to a 2016 BUICK Enclave Leather, assembled in LANSING - DELTA TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2016 BUICK Enclave have?+
This 2016 BUICK Enclave has 4 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2016 BUICK Enclave with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a BUICK dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs — they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2016 BUICK Enclave?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2016 BUICK Enclave Leather is estimated at $10,600–$15,200. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2016 BUICK Enclave get?+
EPA fuel economy data was not available for this specific 2016 BUICK Enclave configuration. Check FuelEconomy.gov for the most accurate figures.