5 things I HATE! About my Buick Enclave

[@johnbloomfield1026]

WOW!!! And not one comment about the reliability of the Enclave. I'm on my third-- now an Avenir--have driven thousands of miles, serviced each car regularly and have never had a breakdown or a service call for repairs. Best automobile I have ever owned in my life time--PS I turn 80 this year and have had many, many new and used cars. If I'm still alive will get a new Avenir in a couple years.

[@RDMotoring]

Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comment! I truly think this is a great car and I have another video reviewing everything I like about the car: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80 I also recently posted a 25,000 mile update video I think you'll enjoy!

[@trh9688]

Ours didn’t even make it to 80k miles before transmission went out due to a recalled part. It had 45+ recalls on it in the short time we owned it. Worst car we’ve ever owned.

[@Generallee85]

Wow respect!!

[@BryanM86]

⁠​⁠@@trh9688we also don’t know how badly in that 80k you treated the car

[@joshzi76]

I absolutely LOVE The wood trim on my enclave on the steering wheel, I love holding it it feels very nice to hold!

[@ugotmossed84]

None are really that big a deal but I definitely agree your first three points. The steering wheel doesn’t bother me and I have no issues with the shifter - when I made my initial test drive the salesman was busy and just tossed me the key fob - found it quite intuitive actually. Overall great vehicle so far but with the level of bells and whistles there definitely are a few puzzlers mixed in.

[@JayJay-ii5un]

Is it a smooth quiet ride. That's what I'm looking for in pothole pa.?

[@eomerika]

My moms 2014 buick enclave CXL has wood trim. Has 185k with no issues. Most heated steering wheels are designed this way. BMW has had the shifter design since 2008. The only annoyance I found were the sunroofs.

[@samng3859]

Had one as a rental for three weeks covered 1900 miles. After coming home driving a BMW 4 cylinder and feels smooth like a V12.

[@aliciaahlstrom2705]

I LOVE that shifter! If you have ever driven a stick shift, it's the fun of shifting without the clutch!

[@Exotic3000]

Ya. Good video. I just purchased a 2021 Buick Enclave Avenir AWD. I agree with all 5. And there is a 6th. My 2016 Buick Enclave had the ‘km till empty’ on the main screen. Now the 2021 has a separate screen. So now I don’t know how far I can go until empty… unless I switch screens!

[@keeptheboomdown]

I'll add another, be careful when resting your hand on the shifter because you can accidentally drop it into park. I've definitely done this a few times at slower speeds; I'm hoping it's not a "feature" when above 25mph. Another issue I've found is when the car dies from battery or a fuel issue I've not figured out how to get it into neutral without electronics. The couple of tows we've gotten made my skin crawl because it had to be dragged off and on the flatbed to get to the shop/dealer.

[@patty2883]

I just got one and love it. The shifter...once I was shown it I had no problem. The back seat well the only time it would be down is when we travel. Not a big deal there either. I do have to agree with the sun and moon roof. 👍 All in all.... I love it. ❤❤

[@FrankZolenski]

We have a Premium, and I would have swore that the Avenir would have had power shades… I can’t believe they don’t. I don’t understand some of the little things GM does to save cost, that only results in disappointed owners. Like one touch window down and up for the driver… but only one touch down for the passenger??? And why do you have to hold the seat memory button until everything is done getting into position? Why not just hit the button, and it does it’s thing… just like every other car brand??? Why do I have to stand there holding a button while everything moves into place… I don’t get it.

[@RDMotoring]

It's always the little details

[@zadrionsoto18]

See the 2008 Buick Enclave had electric sun roof for the back I think I may be wrong they took that feature away

[@RDMotoring]

If they did take that feature away then that's just silly...

[@dianehumpal7462]

We bought an used 2022 Enclave. Its beautiful but.....I hate the push-button shifter. If we don't push the buttons in perfect sequence, it will let us sit for 3 to 5 min. Everything goes dark. It won't start, it won't shift, it won't do anything. I was stuck in a drive thru at our bank for over 3 min. Two days ago, I must have done something out of sequence and it let me sit in our driveway for 5 min. We are looking for a different car. I want the shift stick, not the buttons.

[@nette49]

I have a 2019 Buick Enclave. I don't have the wood trim on the wheel, so that is good. They should have kept it all leather it seems. I had a bit of a time getting used to the shift, but now I love it. I have a hate also. You cannot put a hanging bar because they only have one badly placed hook. My Explorer had 4 and I had a hanging bar there. I do however love the automatic hatch opening button on my driver's door. All in all, some quirks and things I would change, but I like my car especially for my friends' and I's road trips. We are senior ladies and the Enclave has so much room.

[@BOXFANBOYMETALBLADES]

I have a 2018 premium. Every single thing you mentioned I can agree on besides the wood on the steering wheel as the premium doesn’t have. But the sun shades…. Well my front one is broken, it’s tearing off. Have to take it to the dealer. Thank god for warranty. This is my second enclave I do think the ride is a lot stiffer than my 2008 I had.

[@BOXFANBOYMETALBLADES]

To top it all off. My sunshades rattle as well when driving but only if they’re closed. Turn the music up😩

[@RDMotoring]

That's terrible! And the ride may be a lot stiffer. New cars prioritize handling which apparently means stiffer suspension... I have adaptive suspension on the Avenir which is actually very nice, but definitely not as floaty as it may have been 10 years ago

[@1964rmcc]

Well I don't want to seem rude but while I can agree with you about some of maybe all of the things you have problems with I would not say I hate anything about this vehicle. The Enclave deserves to be seen in a different light it I'd a great vehicle and I think you should tell people how nice it is or what you love about it !!!

[@RDMotoring]

You're not being rude at all, I appreciate the comment. I actually did make a video on exactly what you're looking for! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80 It's not all negative over here 😁

[@robertrice6583]

I agree I own the high end engrave Avenir an it's awesome

[@robertcarpenter6410]

Thanks for this video. I don't care about the folding seats because that's not a real problem. I'm okay having a shorter vehicle if it means I have to move the seats forward. You're 100% right about the blinds. I see the seat problem as an advantage. I don't care if the driver passenger seat doesn't fold all the way forward because I don't want people getting in on that side. I had a minivan, and my ex-wife loaded the kids on the passenger side while I loaded the car. My kids are older now, and that doesn't matter. With that said, it's still a valid complaint. Why are you complaining about the shifter? The only issue is reverse. Some German vehicles were up and left, some were down and left. American cars were down and right. If they reversed the system, it would feel like a manual transmission. At least shifting into first and reverse.

[@Harley15001000]

yes, the safest place to install a child seat is one that moves to access the third row (((that is, if I install a child seat there, then there will be no access to the third row? why didn’t they make a sliding seat behind the driver? (

[@haley4028]

I'm thinking about purchasing a 2012 would anybody recommend it? It's got 62,000 miles....

[@Exotic3000]

I had a 2011 Buick Enclave AWD. It was great!❤

[@jefftribiano1875]

I would have appreciated some balance along with the negatives you know some positives?

[@RDMotoring]

I have a video on that! Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80

[@GrinderMagee]

I have a rental Nissan Rogue that has a similar e shift. Why the Streetfighter combo to change from R to D?

[@danschubring7957]

So, why did you buy it? Were there no other choices in a mid-size SUV?

[@RDMotoring]

Check out my other video of the 5 things I love! Pretty much explains it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80

[@d.porter3142]

Even though it has some faults, the Enclave is the only vehicle in this class with a useable third row while still having a decent amount of space behind the third row. All the others have an even smaller third row and basically no room behind it. That was the main reason I bought my Enclave.

[@cindyott4614]

Annoying that he lost the T’s in his buTTons. 😠

[@PaceyPimp]

Sounds a bit picky to me

[@RDMotoring]

It is, cause it's just my opinion

[@KRTube75]

I agree with everything except for the following....The shifter is awesome! Love it. The wood on the steering wheel is also great. When you're turning, you just let your hand pivot on it. Also, over the years, the top side of a leather steering wheel gets pretty disgusting and degraded. The wood won't do that. Additionally, heated steering wheels are for wussies :) What about not having rain sensing wipers? It's just too expensive of a vehicle to not have rain sensing wipers.

[@Dulitzlives]

I hope that the rain sensor wiper feature is on the 2022 Buick Enclave! We will see.

[@RDMotoring]

My issue with the shifter is it's not intuitive. Everyone who drives it is instantly confused on how to put it in gear. As far as the steering wheel goes, yes leather will wear down but also the polish on my wood trim is already wearing off in spots. I'm not sure where you are but heated steering wheels are amazing in the northeast when it hits single digits in the winter. Wussy or not... I'll use it any chance I get 😂 The lack of rain sensing wipers are a whole other issue... I wanted to highlight stuff the vehicle already had but I wasn't a fan of. I do agree with you though, this should 100% have them.

[@matthewlocke9225]

Our Enclave Avenir has rain sensing wipers, but the dealer may have installed them

[@nette49]

Mine is 3 years old and my leather steering wheel is immaculate. You have to keep it clean if you want it to stay clean.

[@marshall5415]

Electric motors add weight and cost. I'd gladly open the sunroof cover manually.

[@Essay44]

If that’s all you got, it’s a great vehicle

[@scottschreiber6008]

Agreed. I hate the shifter in our 2020.

[@BILLVAN48]

You’re thoughts on the power window shades are valid. However, it’s a GM divisional issue. Cadillac doesn’t want all the same creature comforts in a Buick Avenir yet charge another $5-10k more for a fully loaded XT5 that’s identical to a Buick Avenir.

[@RDMotoring]

I understand, but when competitors are charging the same price and include said features... it's frustrating

[@mjflit]

The Xt6 only tow 4000 pounds because it's the short wheelbase. So if you want a non stupid moonroof shade, you lose 10% towing capacity. For many that's not a big deal, but for me, it means my boat is beyond what the xt5 can tow. Palisade and Telluride don't have this issue, and are priced cheaper, with better materials. Atlas is a bit cheaper too, and same deal, has the full 5k pound tow rating and a smarter moonroof design. Honestly, that's my biggest turn off for these lambda platform vehicles. They should have fixed it by now, or at least for the 2022 MCE.

[@lenimbery7038]

That's what you get when you drive your dad's car. I had a 2013 Enclave and got rid of it because it was so outdated in it's design

[@cins6827]

Just take the headrests off the 3rd row to lay it flat. No issues.

[@kireeekcms6484]

I’ll definitely agree with you on everything except for the Wood Steering Wheel, it’s one of my favourite features on the Enclave, there was actually more wood on the steering wheel on the previous generation, feels great on the hands outside of winter. On the 2022 models, Buick removed the wood on the steering wheel on the Avenir trim. As for the rear sunroof shade, this might sound funny, but Buick used to have the rear sunroof shade power operated with the switch on the overhead console, model years 2008 to 2010. GM removed that feature as a cost saving feature, very dumb in my opinion. The Honda Pilot and the Infinity QX60 both also have a twin panel sunroof, but their rear sunroofs have a power rear shade.

[@RDMotoring]

A lot of people like the wood and that's 100% fine! I am not one of those people lol. And as far as not having a powered rear sunshade... it's almost unacceptable on this level of vehicle

[@kireeekcms6484]

@@RDMotoring I agree, the Enclave Avenir is the most expensive Buick. It doesn’t make any sense why they kept the rear sunroof shade manual. It should have been an option instead, or at least a standard feature in the Avenir trim. Even the panoramic sunroof of the new Buick Envision has a power shade. It’s such a shame. By the way I was so unhappy with the removal of the power shade for the rear sunroof on my 2014 Enclave. That I went to a junkyard, and I got an entire sunroof assembly from a 2008 Enclave, and now my rear sunroof has a power shade lol

[@RDMotoring]

Awesome! that's good problem solving

[@Andre55923]

@@kireeekcms6484 Is it like that on the 22?

[@kireeekcms6484]

@@Andre55923 2022 Buick Enclaves finally have a rear sunroof with a power shade.

[@barryrenouf3450]

The moon roof switch is on the top right side.

[@mgrella63]

My Next car is a Buick Enclave!! Love Them Beautiful Vehicle!

[@kenherrera2819]

The guy's driving a 50K vehicle and is bitching about it. How many people viewing this can only wish they could ever afford such a car?? This is a prime example of an entitled person. What a tool! Try driving around in a 2 thousand dollar junker to see what REAL problems are!

[@jpderoussent1909]

You are right on all but the last one. I do not think no 5 is a big deal. Nevertheless. I just love it not sure exactly why. I do not mind living with these caveats. Plus I cannot find any recalls on the 2021. I think it is a great car.

[@davidwebster2616]

What do you think about the "Continuous Damping Control" (CDC) unless you don't have it. Also, regarding the steering wheel. The wood is such a small portion of the wheel. Like 11 o'clock and 1 o'clock position. My preference would be 10 and 2 o'clock position. I will tell you that the leather is going to be worn out faster than that wood trim. Cheers!

[@RDMotoring]

The wood is definitely more durable, but for comfort alone I would prefer just full leather. I seem to be in the minority on that opinion but hey... it is just my opinion. And as far as the CDC, I have it but would like to drive one without it for a direct comparison. I think it handles beautifully though. Thanks for watching!

[@kennethmartabano6613]

You forgot number six the backup lights sucks can’t see anything at night backing up with mirrors it love the car and always get compliments on interior

[@RDMotoring]

It is a great interior. Buick has really been stepping up their game

[@denventrieallockett789]

And I also agree with the first 3 points you made. Very true 👍🏿

[@RDMotoring]

Thanks for watching!

[@The_Dougie]

These issues are trivial. A power sun shade? Just something else to break..

[@tyflesh]

I haven't seen a third row suv in this segment that you don't have to move the second row, but I also haven't view every last suv of this size either lol, which gives you the room to drop the third row without moving the second?

[@tinabates9091]

I have the 2021 Buick Enclave Essence I agree with #1(I always have to go and pull the 2nd row seats up) and #2 (would like to have lever on both seats). I've gotten use to the shifter, thank goodness!

[@RDMotoring]

I've definitely gotten used to it too, but it's funny watching people who have never driven it before try to figure it out!

[@tinabates9091]

@@RDMotoring I don't think we had much choice 😂😂 I struggled so bad that first week. First car without a sunroof, I actually might be happy about that. I just read in the manual today that there is a car wash mode.... check it out when you get a minute.

[@barryrenouf3450]

You sure it isn't just the time of the month?

[@toddbearden7251]

Just leave the back shade closed. You don't need to mess with that while you are driving.

[@rykie6278]

Same problems with my beloved 2019 Enclave Premium. I can't comment on the steering wheel but am in agreement with ALL 5 gripes!!! El Cheapo sunshade is by far the worst of the worst.

[@RDMotoring]

The steering wheel is definitely personal preference. Some people love it but this is my list, not their's lol. The sun shades are just the worst. Obvious cost cutting that would be easily fixed with some attention to detail.

[@CarShowclub]

I am not a fan of the wood part of the steering wheel either. I am like why did they do this.

[@rvalera112]

How do I install a bike rack ?

[@RDMotoring]

It depends on the type of rack. You can use the hitch for some, if it goes on the roof then you need the roof rack cross bars

[@MadmanLink]

I have a 2020 Buick Regal and my wife hates that she can't adjust the seatbelt shoulder height.

[@RDMotoring]

I've noticed that on newer cars. My 2021 Buick Enclave has the same thing

[@Dulitzlives]

Classic cost cutting maneuver.

[@KRTube75]

Ah! Yes. I was thinking about that yesterday with my 2018 Enclave. Not on my hate list though.

[@KRTube75]

Yes but on a $60K Avenir, that shouldn't be happening.

[@YNKINC]

I have a 2019 essence, and I don't like the auto stop, I have no option to remove it

[@RDMotoring]

I've gotten more used to it over time but it's still something I wish I could deactivate

[@d.porter3142]

You can install an aftermarket device which turns it off, or you can simply disconnect the hood latch sensor.

[@firstlineofsurvival5318]

The only real new problem is the shifter. All of the other things are person specific.

[@tevaanik]

I am planning on getting me the preferred and the shifter it is weird lolol I tried it and drove it and put it on parking by mistake like 4 times

[@RDMotoring]

It takes some getting used to! Even after a while I still manage to fumble with it

[@javaunsmith5917]

I love the wood on the steering wheel

[@RDMotoring]

Some people do and that's fine! I just wish there was an option for full leather on the Avenir since I'm not much of a fan

[@d.porter3142]

I really like my 2019 Avenir, but it's not perfect and I agree with the annoyances. The sunshades are absolutely pathetic. There are other little annoyances too like there not being a light in the glove compartment, the fact that you have to press and then keep holding the seat memory button and wait while the seat moves into position, the lack of an auto stop/start defeat button, and some chintzy plastic and hardware that shouldn't be on a $60K vehicle. On the other hand, it has the most passenger and cargo space of any vehicle in it's class, it's very quiet, it handles very well, it has tons of tech and safety features, and it's dual-clutch AWD system which can transfer power to a single gripping wheel beats every other vechicle (except Acura which has a similar system). Every other vehicle pretends to have AWD but they can only send power to the wheels that are slipping. Unfortunately, the idiots at GM decided to remove this capability in the current generation Enclave and replace it with a standard AWD system, which isn't really AWD. The morons also removed the air ionizer.

[@RDMotoring]

Definitely a lot of pros and cons, as it is with most other vehicles on the road. I appreciate you watching and commenting! If you haven't already, check out my video of the 5 things I love about the Enclave! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80

[@ugotmossed84]

Not sure why you need to use the seat memory button - once you set your position it recognizes your specific fob and automatically sets seat, steering wheel and mirror positions when you tap start button.

[@d.porter3142]

@@ugotmossed84 I have to use the memory button every time I drive after my wife, who has the seat almost all the way up and forward, since I can't sit in the seat until it moves back to my position. I therefore have to stand there holding the button since GM failed to design the fob to start the process when pressing unlock, and they failed to design the seat button to move the seat with just one press.

[@ugotmossed84]

@@d.porter3142 My wife is a foot shorter than me so I know exactly what you mean. Your Avenir has the perfect solution though. Do you have two fobs? If so, you can program each to a different driving position - we put on different colored keychains to differentiate the fobs - mine is blue, the wife’s is red. In addition, and this is the game changer, the third memory button is the “exit” button. Program that one with the seat all the way back/down and every time your wife (or you) pull the handle to exit after driving the seat will go to that position and remain there until you enter and hit the start button triggering your specific driving position automatically. Hope that helps - it works great.

[@d.porter3142]

@@ugotmossed84 Having two fobs is irrelevant and doesn't solve the problem. You still have to press and hold the seat button the entire time it moves back to my position after she's driven, or up to her position after I've driven. And the Enclave has the slowest seats of any vehicle I've ever been in. The exit position is also useless because my wife would then have to move the seat all the way up again to her position every time she was the last driver. The solution, which the GM morons failed to comprehend, is to initiate seat movement when the fob unlock button is pressed, make the memory button on the door a one-press function, and increase the speed of the seat mechanisms.

[@JayJay-ii5un]

Ill agree on steering wheel.

[@JayMSinger]

We've owned three Enclaves. There's no light in the glove box! (We're going to order the new 2025 version...)

[@klmegm197682]

Your complaints are picky.

[@denventrieallockett789]

After watching this video I just realized that the button on the passenger side rear is used to get to the 3rd row seats. 😳

[@tradmanmike3360]

Eventually we knew corporate greed would even get to Buick. We all hoped it wouldn't but ya, looking for older model.

[@davidd1395]

Good points.

[@jhnstn1]

Now, let's find a way to kill that effin auto-stop feature.

[@RDMotoring]

Agreed

[@matthewlocke9225]

We have a 2019 Enclave Avenir and while I believe 4 of these are just you being nit picky/not liking change, the sunroof shades drive me insane. Whoever signed off on that was on crack when they did because that was dumb af. I would like to note that after you fold down the 3rd row the second row seats can be slid back again. That was another worry we had but most cars this size have the same problem. Still love our Buick 😇

[@RDMotoring]

It's not a bad vehicle but any means. I also agree some of my points are nit picky because that's what the video is, stuff that I personally didn't like.

[@Jinka1950]

Good point. My 2021 Avenir. It’s pretty good. I don’t like the wooden steering wheel because my rings just scratched up on day four and I have fine jewelry don’t know what the hell that was about. Also who the hell put the channel changer close to the middle of the steering wheel it used to be on the wheel itself now I have to drag my hand off the wheel into the channel changer who the heck is testing these things that general motors? I know I could be dodging bullets in Afghanistan but for 60,000+ dollars this vehicle should not have any shortcomings whatsoever.

[@rykie6278]

Matthew, you took the words right out of my mouth... thank you!

[@JimAllder11]

That electronic shifter ... wtf

[@postersm7141]

Number one, it’s a GM product designed last 60,000 miles or less. I mean what do you expect for “American made car” that’s made in Korea and Mexico. $60,000? I would buy a used Toyota

[@rbronen4471]

You definitely kill the car, you did it:)))

[@sandan2358]

I HATE the shifter!

[@MickF04]

2015 Buick Enclave. Absolutely the worse "feature" of any vehicle I have ever owned: It is awful with regards to the volume levels for USB/Bluetooth sourced music. Compared to the radio frequencies (XM/FM/AM), those digital music sources need around an extra "12" on the volume dial just to get in the neighborhood of the radio channels. Pick wrong, and if you switch from digital to radio, prepare to have the vehicle's speakers (and your ears!) blown out.

[@heathalbritton]

I'll trade you for my 2011 buick enclave, 33,000 miles on it.

[@schuylerking6704]

I’ve got a 2010 CXL. Bought new, 35200 miles on it now. Immaculate condition, garage kept. The HVAC actuators are beginning to fail. Hundreds of dollars to replace at dealers. Tried to fix myself but it’s way over my skill level. This is a common ailment for the brand. They installed them with no consideration of how difficult or expensive to replace. Will weigh heavily on my auto purchase choice.

[@rolexx71]

Omg so many people can't afford this kind of car you complain because can't close sunroof shades on back

[@docsanti8971]

I still don’t understand why somebody buys a Buick instead of buying a Toyota 🤷‍♂️

[@RDMotoring]

Personal preference. Same reason why there are so many other successful brands

[@robertrice6583]

American made an built in Michigan

[@michaelangelabrock2733]

We have this car

[@jfnuyen]

Pretty, pretty, pretty minor issues you have there.

[@genemaverick5705]

Do you want some cheese with that whine dude, smh

[@gdotone1]

all those things, yes, are problems.

[@billrichards8931]

Extreme nit picking.

[@kenchappell7859]

OOOOOOO PPPOOORRRR FUKIN BABY---WWWWWWWWWWAAAAAAAAAAAA

[@postersm7141]

I hate everything about your Buick lol

[@Marcivan777]

No biggie. It's just simple things

[@douggrove762]

I hate Buicks. My sister has one.

[@SundayNightLive12345]

Blah dude some people complain about everything. You should drive my crap.

[@randywilliams5042]

Every auto has it good and bad 🤷

[@gunnerdesron]

the autostop sucks!

[@elliottschertzer876]

the reasons are a bit anal

[@Nick-NY]

First world problems.

[@Tj4ndirish1]

First world problems. Gotta suck!

[@DAVIDSMITH-hg6jd]

5 THINGS I HATE ABOUT THIS REVIEW | You sound like a Whiney, spoiled, petty, complaining, click bait KZbinr. I love my Enclave.

[@RDMotoring]

No vehicle is perfect, so these are the things that I personally dislike that some people might not think about if they are looking to purchase. Maybe you'll appreciate the other video I made on the 5 things I love: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80si=dmLqoE-ugt0nVtL4 Have a great day!

[@Legends_of_HardRock_HeavyMetal]

Can you say 3 minutes and change of wasted, petty clickbait discussing less than trivial shortcomings of a fantastic SUV? Yes you can.

[@RDMotoring]

No vehicle is perfect, and these were just the main gripes I had about it in particular. If you'd like you can check out my follow up video of the 5 things I love! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHUdJqFeMyUa80

[@rippinlips8031]

Wow, first world problems

[@randallhammettDC]

Zzzzzzzzz

[@rickolson1738]

nit pick much? LOL!