NHTSA Complaint #11712726 — 2018 BUICK ENCORE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11712726
Vehicle	2018 BUICK ENCORE
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	September 4, 2025
Date Filed	January 22, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	KS

Consumer Description

Was driving and lost complete power but came right back on itself. Car also makes a loud noise periodically when reversing and pressing the brake. Was told this was engine timing chain. Cooling fan periodically stays on draining the battery after car is turned off. None of these issues have been correct but told there is no recall to fix these issues.

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