2014 Buick ENCORE - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Failure Complaint (#b17940)

2014 Buick ENCORE

  • Date of Incident: Apr-30, 2024
  • Date complaint filed: Dec-16, 2024
  • Failed components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

My 2014 buick encore at random times when i turn the key to start the vehicle it just clicks once then complete power out even though the battery is fully charged. To deal with the issue i need to open the hood, unplug the negative from the battery and reconnect it. Then try again. I do this at least once every week, sometimes multiple times throughout a single day. It also does it when a new battery is used. Ive also has a mechanic inspect the vehicle and was so frustrated that everything seems okay but just couldnt figure out why the vehicle don't start. 12 hours of searching for the source of the problem , after giving up on the vehicle i turn the key and it turned on. Other time the vehicle will turn off when already driving. I need this problem fixed. I honestly regret financing this vehicle in january 2024. I was dealing with this problem since may 2024. 73000miles when i bought the vehicle and now at 84000mile. Half of the year 2024 it's been repeat problems with this vehicle. This vehicle should have been a lemon.

Vehicle VIN Info

VIN PatternKL4CJASB*EB******
Drive TypeFWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Gross Vehicle Weight RatingClass 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS LLC
MakeBUICK
ModelEncore
Model Year2014
SeriesFWD
Body ClassSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Engine ModelLUV
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Displacement (L)1.4
Engine Displacement (CC)1400
Engine Displacement (CI)85.4332
Other Engine InfoEngine Gas, TURBO HO, E85 Max
Primary Fuel TypeGasoline
Brake System TypeHydraulic
Front Air Bags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air Bags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag1st and 2nd Rows
Curtain Air BagsAll Rows
Seat BeltsManual
Plant Company NameGM Korea
Plant CityBUPYEONG
Plant CountrySOUTH KOREA
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