2020 Buick Encore - Electric Vehicle Guide
The 2020 Buick Encore belongs to a Buick Encore lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 3 model years, from 2020 to 2026. It is an all-electric vehicle, so it skips the oil changes, spark plugs and exhaust-system service of a combustion Encore entirely. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (s6). This 2020 car is the earliest model year on record for the Buick Encore.
The high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, separate from the bumper-to-bumper warranty. Routine upkeep centers on tire rotation, DOT 3 brake fluid, Dex-Cool battery/cabin coolant, cabin air filters and brake service rather than engine oil. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include lug nut 100 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around electrical system (2), power train,engine (2), electrical system,fuel/propulsion system (1). A representative report reads: "I took my 2020 Buick Encore to an independent auto repair shop to have a brake inspection after I had contacted GM multiple times about the loss of..." There are 2 safety recalls on record; one covers: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The rear attachment bolts of one or both....
Estimated annual charging cost runs near $1,600.
Quick Specs
| Battery warranty | 8 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Est. annual charging | $1,600 |
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
| Coolant | Dex-Cool |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 2 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.