Sell your 2017 Buick Encore for cash

The 2017 Buick Encore is a SUV that came with a 1.4L 4-cyl engine. Even at 9 years old, a damaged or broken-down one still has real value for its parts. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2017 Buick Encore at a glance

Body styleSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines1.4L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy24–27 city / 30–33 highway / 27–30 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,250–$2,500 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂298–334 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score6–7 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score6–7 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)3,346 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating4,286–4,409 lb
Versions tested by EPA4 configurations: Encore, Encore AWD
Age9 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 9 years old, a 2017 Encore is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2017 Encore weighed 3,346 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Encore. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine, typically around 29,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2017 Buick Encore recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2017 Buick Encore. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Seat BeltsJul 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V437000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and…

Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

Seat BeltsSep 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V651000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500…

Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

Common 2017 Encore problems

Owners have filed 89 complaints about the 2017 Buick Encore with NHTSA. 12 reports involved a crash and 4 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 28 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine35
  • Air Bags13
  • Unknown or Other13
  • Fuel/Propulsion System8
  • Power Train8
  • Seat Belts8

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine29,000 mi
  • Air Bags41,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other18,000 mi
  • Fuel/Propulsion System32,000 mi
  • Power Train32,000 mi
  • Seat Belts41,000 mi

2017 Buick Encore crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Buick Encore, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Suv, AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆17.9%
Suv, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆19.8%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2017 Buick Encore service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,121 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2017 Buick Encore. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

1 of them is a warranty extension. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment167
  • Equipment123
  • Electrical System117
  • Engine and Engine Cooling100
  • Engine91
  • Unknown or Other62

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIT5698F

    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2026 · PIT5099J

    PI to help diagnose A/C concern

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Buick Encore years

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Selling a 2017 Encore: questions

How much is a 2017 Buick Encore worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2017 Encore that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2017 Encores that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2017 Encore with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Buick Encore; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2017 Encore?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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