NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Buick Cascada Safety Ratings
The 2019 Buick Cascada scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Buick Cascada presents a genuinely reassuring safety profile for a used convertible, earning a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100 and placing it in the Strong band. This assessment is anchored by a five-star overall NHTSA crash rating and a record of zero recalls for the model year.
The 2019 Buick Cascada received an overall five-star crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Buick Cascada ranks 40 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 11.1% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 40 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Buick Cascada?
The 2019 Buick Cascada stands out within its own data record for one straightforward reason: it combines a spotless recall ledger with NHTSA crash scores that reach the top of the scale in two of four categories. The Safety Index of 87 out of 100 in the Strong band is built on a crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70, a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20 out of 20, and an avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10. That avoidance-tech score reflects the fact that both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional rather than standard equipment on this model year, while electronic stability control is standard. No prior-year Safety Index is on file for comparison, so year-over-year movement cannot be calculated. What is specific to this 2019 model year is that it closed its production cycle without accumulating any recall campaigns at all, a meaningful distinction for a vehicle now circulating in the used market. The five unverified structural complaints are worth monitoring but do not, on their own, alter the overall safety picture.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Buick Cascada perform in crash tests?
Side protection for the 2019 Buick Cascada earned the strongest possible result from NHTSA, reaching five out of five stars. This contributed to an overall five star rating for the vehicle. Frontal crash protection and the rollover resistance assessment each rated four out of five stars. The Cascada carries an 11 percent rollover risk, though it did not tip in dynamic testing.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13017
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Buick Cascada have any recalls?
The 2019 Buick Cascada has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. That clean recall record directly contributed to a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20 out of 20 in the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Buick Cascada?
NHTSA has received five unverified owner complaints for the 2019 Cascada. The most frequently alleged problem area is Structure, cited in three reports. Visibility and Wiper systems, Power Train, and Engine each appear in one unverified allegation. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported in those filings.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Buick Cascada?
The 2019 Cascada did not undergo NHTSA testing for its optional forward collision warning or lane departure warning systems. Shoppers should verify the functionality of these systems, if present on a specific unit, before purchase. Prospective owners should also use NHTSA's VIN lookup tool to check for any new recalls since this data was compiled.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2019 Buick Cascada, contributing a perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record sub-score to its Safety Index.
- NHTSA awarded the 2019 Cascada five out of five stars overall and in side protection, with four out of five stars in both frontal and rollover categories and an 11 percent rollover risk.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning were optional, not standard, on this specific model year, which is reflected in the avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10.
- Five unverified NHTSA complaints have been filed for this model year, with three alleging structural issues; none report crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Buick Cascada places
The 2019 Buick Cascada qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Buick Cascada safety questions
Was the 2019 Buick Cascada crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Buick Cascada, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Buick Cascada crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Buick Cascada earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 11.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Buick Cascada have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Buick Cascada as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Buick Cascada?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Buick Cascada. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13017), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Buick Cascada 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 40 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.