NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Buick Envision Safety Ratings
The 2020 Buick Envision scores 85 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 10 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Buick Envision earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 85/100, placing it in the Strong band. Its five-star overall NHTSA crash rating and a clean zero-recall record for this model year make it a notably solid safety profile for a used SUV in this class.
The 2020 Buick Envision SUV AWD received an overall five-star crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, based on NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 107 SUVs from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Buick Envision ranks 47 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 85 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 10 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 47 of 107 SUVs tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Buick Envision?
The 2020 Buick Envision AWD SUV lands at 85 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, one point below the 2019 model year's 86. That single-point dip is narrow and keeps both years firmly in the Strong band, but it is worth tracing where it originates. The defect record sub-score of 18.25 out of 20 reflects the zero-recall outcome for this year, which is a meaningful positive. The crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 aligns with the NHTSA results: a five-star overall, a five-star side rating, and four-star scores in frontal and rollover categories. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10 reflects that both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional rather than standard on this trim configuration, while electronic stability control is standard. That optional-only status for active-safety features is the primary structural drag on the Index relative to peers that bundle those systems as standard equipment. With only 10 reported complaints on file, the complaint volume is low, though the presence of alleged Air Bag and Forward Collision Avoidance reports warrants attention from prospective buyers.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Buick Envision perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Buick Envision AWD SUV achieved an overall five out of five stars in NHTSA's safety ratings. Its side protection tests earned a perfect five-star score. Frontal crash protection and rollover resistance each received four out of five stars. The SUV's rollover risk stands at 16 percent, with dynamic tip testing concluding in a No Tip result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14165
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Buick Envision have any recalls?
The 2020 Buick Envision has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive directives associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall status can change after any vehicle is sold.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Buick Envision?
NHTSA has received 10 owner complaints for this model year, all unverified allegations. The most frequently reported components are Power Train and Air Bags, each cited three times, followed by alleged issues with the Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance, and Service Brakes, each cited twice.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Buick Envision?
With the 2020 Buick Envision now a used-market vehicle, potential buyers should check the VIN using NHTSA's recall lookup tool. Although no recalls are currently on file for this model year, recall status and any future campaigns are tied directly to the specific vehicle identification number.
- The 2020 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a cleaner defect record than many competitors in this segment and a key contributor to its 18.25 out of 20 defect-record sub-score.
- Both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional, not standard, on this year's configuration, which directly limits the avoidance-tech sub-score to 6 out of 10 and accounts for the one-point Index drop versus the 2019 model year.
- NHTSA has logged 10 unverified owner complaints for this model year, with Air Bags and Power Train each drawing three alleged reports and Forward Collision Avoidance drawing two, a pattern worth reviewing before purchase.
- The rollover risk of 16 percent and a No Tip result in dynamic testing give this model year a specific, quantified rollover profile that buyers can compare directly against other SUVs in the same segment.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Buick Envision places
The 2020 Buick Envision qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Buick Envision safety questions
Was the 2020 Buick Envision crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Buick Envision, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 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 2020 Buick Envision crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Buick Envision 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 15.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Buick Envision have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Buick Envision 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 2020 Buick Envision?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Buick Envision. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Envision years
Rivals in SUV (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Infiniti Qx50 | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Mazda CX-3 | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 3 |
| 2020 Volvo Xc90 T5 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2020 Volvo Xc90 T6 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14165), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Buick Envision 2020.
- 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 47 of 107 in the SUV class for 2020.
- 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.