2017 Buick Cascada problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (7) · Visibility/Wiper (3) · Fuel/Propulsion System (2)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Buick Cascada model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (888)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-26 · PIT5698F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this pi provides diagnostics tips on how the lin bus works and how to diagnosis it.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-04 · PIP4902W · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-21 · PIT5099J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pi to help diagnose a/c concern
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-01 · PIT3271Q · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Unknown Or Other 2026-03-09 · PIP6104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a gds2 session log and upload to a technical assistance case in cx connect.
Unknown Or Other 2026-03-09 · PIP4902V · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Showing the 6 most recent of 888 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-26 · Fuel/Propulsion System“loss of power and humming noise from loose cam cover. (buick cascada 2016 and 2019 model years had recalls correcting this problem; but not 2017 or 2018 models. all years have the same engines. i think my vehicle should have been recalled.)…”
2026-07-07 · Engine“pcv failed causing rough idle, etc light and squeezing sound…”
2026-06-01 · Unknown Or Other“rear convertible top window is separating from the convertible top from regular use and could detach and create a safety problem. this is a well known problem on these cars and buick did not issue a recall and would not fix it. there was nothing in the owners manual about any preventative actions required.…”
2026-04-29 · Engine“my buick cascada is a 2017 model and has 78,000 miles on it. there was a high pitched whistle/squeal type noise i was hearing and was told by the buick dealership that it is an issue with the pcv valve failing. to replace this it will cost over $2,000 because of the design of where the valve is housed it is part of a much larger piece. in readin…”
2026-02-15 · Visibility/Wiper“the rear window of this car has separated and when i contacted the manufacturer they indicated a service bulletin was issued but they are not liable for the repair. the window has become more and more separated and i'm using glue to hold it on but it's becoming undrivable due to the risk of it separating while on the road. while this has not yet …”
2025-12-15 · Engine“i brought the 2017 buick cascada in for repair following rough idle and check engine light. this vehicle only has 46,200 miles. the mechanic put it to the computer and the mechanic found the issue that was ultimately identified as the camshaft cover/pc valve. this part was already replaced in my vehicle when the vehicle had roughly 21,000 miles. …”
2025-11-09 · Engine“vehicle has rough idle upon start up and randomly rough idle/ acceleration. i have a p0-171 code that comes and goes, mechanic i took to claims the pcv valve is located in side of the valve cover and feel is the culprit for the issues. very high vacuum inside engine at this point. no whistling like some have mentioned but if you pull the oil fi…”
2025-08-11 · Fuel/Propulsion System“the component is the pcv and manifold. cracks develop in the pcv pressure regulator and manifold creating a situation where excess air was drawn into the engine intake. this caused the engine to run rough and unpredictable. this is a known defect and the 2016 model with the same engine was recalled. the recall, n192291620 only covered the 2016 how…”
2024-08-09 · Engine“a squealing sound was coming from the top of my engine and i had low/rough idle and it progressed to a low voltage output and check engine lights. i was able to use gm's special coverage adjustment n232395320 camshaft cover (for the 2019 cascada) and special coverage adjustment n192291620 camshaft cover replacement (for the 2016 cascada) to confir…”
2024-06-10 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 21,318 mi“the contact owns a 2017 buick cascada. the contact stated while driving 35-45 mph, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the knock combustion vibration control system had failed. the dealer determined that the valve cover, the pcv valve, t…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.