NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Buick Cascada
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2019 Buick Cascada is a two-door convertible that occupies a rare and shrinking niche in the American market: the premium open-top cruiser. Positioned above mainstream compact offerings and aimed at buyers who want European-influenced style with Buick's signature quiet refinement, the Cascada targets adults seeking a relaxed, upscale driving experience with the added appeal of open-air motoring.
The 2019 Buick Cascada earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Cascada as a stylish, comfort-oriented convertible that prioritizes a smooth, refined experience over outright driving excitement. Most acknowledge its European origins and appreciate its upscale cabin ambitions, though they tend to note that the segment itself is limited and that buyers are choosing it primarily for the open-air lifestyle rather than class-leading dynamics.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13017
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.