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2018 Buick Cascada Owner Complaints

Updated May 30, 2026
Daniel Wilson
2018 Buick Cascada Owner Complaints

Complaint Summary

The 2018 Buick Cascada has 8 reported complaints.

  • Top issues involve structure:body and air bags.

Reliability Score

Reliability Score

8.6/ 10

Based on 8 complaints

Most Frequent Issues

STRUCTURE:BODY

1 12.5%

AIR BAGS

1 12.5%

SERVICE BRAKES

1 12.5%

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 12.5%

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

1 12.5%

Quick Insights

  • The top category is STRUCTURE:BODY, accounting for 12.5% of all complaints.

  • Owners have reported issues across 8 distinct vehicle systems.

  • Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.

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Complaint Summary

What owners keep reporting on the 2018 Buick Cascada

The 2018 Buick Cascada has 8 owner complaints in this dataset. STRUCTURE:BODY is the most common complaint category, representing about 13% of the reports shown here.

Most common complaint categories

The top complaint groups for the 2018 Buick Cascada are STRUCTURE:BODY (1), AIR BAGS (1), SERVICE BRAKES (1).

Are these complaints a serious red flag?

Potentially. 4 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.

What should buyers inspect on a used 2018 Buick Cascada?

Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.

Read the full buyer guideRecall report and remedy notesMaintenance costs and intervals2017 Cascada complaints2019 Cascada complaints2016 Cascada complaints

Detailed Complaint Log

Showing 8 of 8 systems

STRUCTURE:BODY

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

BOTH QUARTER PANELS HAVE AT 25 ROCK CHIPS. THE FRONT WHEEL STICKS OUT AND IS FLICKING THE ROCK BACK TO THE QUARTER PANELS WHICH STICKS EVEN FURTHER OUT.

2/24/2020

AIR BAGS

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact rented a 2018 Buick Cascada. The contact stated while driving at 5 MPH and making a right turn, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond, which caused another vehicle going at an undisclosed speed to crash into the front driver side of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact was knocked unconscious and was able to exit the vehicle with the assistance of emergency services. The contact went to the hospital the next day and was informed she had sustained a broken sternum. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an undisclosed location. The dealer was made aware of the failure and advised to tow the vehicle to their location so they could diagnose it. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not provide assistance. The VIN and failure mileage was unavailable.

6/23/2021

SERVICE BRAKES

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact rented a 2018 Buick Cascada. The contact stated while driving at 5 MPH and making a right turn, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond, which caused another vehicle going at an undisclosed speed to crash into the front driver side of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact was knocked unconscious and was able to exit the vehicle with the assistance of emergency services. The contact went to the hospital the next day and was informed she had sustained a broken sternum. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an undisclosed location. The dealer was made aware of the failure and advised to tow the vehicle to their location so they could diagnose it. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not provide assistance. The VIN and failure mileage was unavailable.

6/23/2021

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

17-NA-216 was originally issued in in 2017 updated in 2019 to include 2018 model. Back windshield detaches from canvas/folding top. Was concerned primarily about safety of my child who drives car that windshield would completely fly off when driving. I replaced the folding top cover per bulletin. GM refused to reimburse stating not recalled since not safety issue. I disagree. Damage it could cause if flys off while driving could cause an accident for driver or other cars on the road who are hit with window or avoid being hit.

4/18/2023

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2018 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a whistling sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the intake manifold was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 80,000.

1/22/2025

POWER TRAIN

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

Chirping sound from under hood took to GM dealer, they changed the belt and transitioned and was still chirping. Now say it is pvc/camshaft cover.

7/11/2025

ENGINE

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

Camshaft cover recall on exact model car for different year model, recall doesn’t cover this years model, however, I have the same issue.

9/3/2025

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

While driving down the highway my vehicle decreased in power and then I heard a loud whistle or whining sound. Upon examination at the dealership, they determined that the PCV system had failed. The positive crankcase ventilation system caused my Camm to leak and created a vacuum leak which blew out the seals of my vehicle. Upon further investigation I found that GM was involved in a class action lawsuit for the 2016 models and that an extended warranty was given for 2016 -2019 Cascada models. 15 years 150,000 miles. However, my vin and year was not included for the same problem.

10/9/2025

About This Data

Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

What are the most common owner complaints for the 2018 Buick Cascada?

The most reported complaint category for the 2018 Buick Cascada is STRUCTURE:BODY, with 1 owner report. That is about 13% of all complaints logged here. Other recurring themes include STRUCTURE:BODY, AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES.

Are complaints about the 2018 Buick Cascada a serious warning sign?

Potentially. 4 complaint reports fall into higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components. That does not prove every vehicle has a defect, but repeated complaints in those systems justify a more careful pre-purchase inspection.

How should buyers use complaint data for the 2018 Buick Cascada?

Use complaints as an early pattern to investigate, not a standalone verdict. Start with the top complaint categories, compare those themes against the recall report and maintenance guide, then inspect service records for evidence that the same problem areas were already addressed. If the same issue appears repeatedly across complaints and recalls, treat it as a real ownership-risk flag.

Are complaints about the 2018 Buick Cascada severe?

4 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection before purchase.

Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.

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Buick Cascada: How should complaint data influence buying decisions?

Use complaint patterns together with recalls and maintenance guidance to estimate ownership risk and inspection priorities.

Carfocal links complaint data directly to recall and maintenance routes for the same model year.

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Common Problems
  3. 03Owner Complaints
  4. 04Data and Methodology

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