Recall 17V412 affects 10 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles with replacement headliners missing energy-absorbing foam blocks. Repair is free at any franchised Buick dealer.
Buick is recalling 10 2016-2017 Envision SUVs that received replacement headliners missing impact energy-absorbing foam blocks. Without those blocks, occupants face increased injury risk in a crash, and Buick dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The headliner in a 2016-2017 Buick Envision is the finished panel above the seats. Behind that panel, energy-absorbing foam blocks help cushion an occupant's head during an interior impact, so the cabin meets FMVSS 201 occupant protection requirements.
On affected Envisions, the issue involves replacement headliners installed during a prior repair. The supplier did not attach the foam blocks required by GM specifications, and the service instructions told technicians not to transfer the original foam blocks from the removed headliner. That left some repaired vehicles with a headliner that looked installed but lacked the crash-energy material behind it.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not going to hear, feel, or see this while driving, because the missing foam is hidden behind the headliner and matters during an interior impact.
Who's affected?
Covers one Envision model across two model years, with the same body or structural component listed for both.
| 2016 Buick Envision | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2017 Buick Envision | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 10 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A headliner service part without energy-absorbing foam blocks gives occupants less impact protection during a crash and increases the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Buick dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Buick Envision is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Buick dealer to schedule the free headliner assembly replacement that fixes the missing impact energy-absorbing foam blocks.
- Bring the recall notice if Buick mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V412 when you call.
- Use seat belts and keep passengers properly seated until the headliner repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Buick technician replaces the headliner assembly covered by the recall. That repair addresses service replacement headliners that lacked the impact energy absorbing foam blocks needed for interior impact protection. Parts and labor are covered, so the recall repair is free at the dealer now. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all included vehicles are under warranty. Ask the Buick service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| June 29, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 29, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| June 29, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 28, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V412?
Recall 17V412 covers 10 2016-2017 Buick Envision SUVs that received replacement headliner service parts linked to missing impact energy-absorbing foam blocks. Without those blocks, the vehicle does not meet FMVSS 201 for interior impact protection. Buick dealers replace the headliner assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Buick Envision is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific SUV is included in recall 17V412. If it is, contact a franchised Buick dealer and ask for the free headliner assembly replacement. Reference recall number 17275 when you call, or use Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this defect at no cost. Buick dealers replace the affected headliner assembly free of charge, including the parts and labor needed to restore the required interior impact protection.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is increased occupant injury in a crash. The recalled replacement headliner service parts were linked to missing energy-absorbing foam blocks, so the interior roof area does not provide the crash-impact protection required by FMVSS 201.
What if I bought my Buick Envision used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Envision is included, then contact a franchised Buick dealer and reference recall 17V412 or GM recall number 17275.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V412000 |
|---|---|
| Buick customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V412 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V412000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →