2018 BUICK CASCADA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
9
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 BUICK CASCADA
The 2018 BUICK CASCADA has received a total of 9 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (2 complaints), Air Bags (1 complaint), and Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
PCV Failure at 62,000 miles. GM extended warranty on 2016 models that demonstrated this problem. Appears to be a design flaw and often fails again after repair. $2000 + job to repair
While driving down the highway my vehicle decreased in power and then I heard a loud whistle or whining sound. Upon examination at the dealership, they determined that the PCV system had failed. The positive crankcase ventilation system caused my Camm to leak and created a vacuum leak which blew out the seals of my vehicle. Upon further investigation I found that GM was involved in a class action lawsuit for the 2016 models and that an extended warranty was given for 2016 -2019 Cascada models. 15 years 150,000 miles. However, my vin and year was not included for the same problem.
Camshaft cover recall on exact model car for different year model, recall doesn’t cover this years model, however, I have the same issue.
Chirping sound from under hood took to GM dealer, they changed the belt and transitioned and was still chirping. Now say it is pvc/camshaft cover.
The contact owns a 2018 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a whistling sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the intake manifold was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Safety Rating for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA
The 2018 BUICK CASCADA received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA
General Motors, LLC has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIC6596 — STRUCTURE:BODY
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician 3 ways to access the trunk when the electrical release latch is inoperative.
17NA149 — WHEELS
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of water sloshing in quarter panel area when accelerating or stopping and/or long period of water draining from rear wheel well after vehicle is parked.
17NA149 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of water sloshing in quarter panel area when accelerating or stopping and/or long period of water draining from rear wheel well after vehicle is parked.
17NA353 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the engine cover and perform an ECM update if the engine cover is found discolored.
PIP5163C — ENGINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 BUICK CASCADA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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- 2017 BUICK CASCADA — 14 complaints
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