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2019 BUICK Encore VIN Decode
VIN: KL4CJ1SB8KB717178
VIN KL4CJ1SB8KB717178 decodes as a 2019 BUICK Encore, a sport utility vehicle, built in Bupyeong, SOUTH KOREA. This free VinWhere page shows the factory decode — year, make, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, and assembly location — plus window-sticker availability and the NHTSA safety recalls reported for this year, make, and model. Vehicle data only: no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.
Free VIN decode result
- Year
- 2019
- Make
- BUICK
- Model
- Encore
- Trim
- Sport Touring
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Engine
- 1.4L 4-cyl
- Drive type
- FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Built in
- Bupyeong, SOUTH KOREA
Window sticker availability
Original window sticker
Available — view
Safety recalls
2 reported — see below
Safety recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recalls reported for the 2019 BUICK Encore. Recall campaigns apply to a year, make, and model — not a specific VIN — so confirm whether this vehicle is affected and unrepaired at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
AIR BAGS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.
NHTSA campaign 18V774000 · reported 01/11/2018
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · reported 29/10/2020
Source: NHTSA vehicle safety recalls. Data reflects campaigns reported for this year, make, and model.
VIN structure
WMI (1–3)
KL4
Manufacturer & country
VDS (4–9)
CJ1SB8
Vehicle descriptor + check digit
VIS (10–17)
KB717178
Year, plant & serial
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VIN decode FAQ
What vehicle is VIN KL4CJ1SB8KB717178?+
VIN KL4CJ1SB8KB717178 decodes as a 2019 BUICK Encore (Sport Utility Vehicle). VinWhere shows factory specifications only — no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.
Does the 2019 BUICK Encore have any safety recalls?+
NHTSA reports 2 safety recalls for the 2019 BUICK Encore (reported by model, not by VIN). Recall campaigns are issued by year, make, and model rather than by individual VIN, so confirm this specific vehicle's status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Is the window sticker available for 2019 BUICK Encore?+
Yes, the original window sticker may be available for this VIN, including MSRP, installed options, and standard equipment when available.