Buick Verano complaints by model year
441 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | 59 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | 59 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 101 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 2013 | 107 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 2012 | 106 | 8 | 1 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2012–2017. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 16 | 23 | 42 | 23 | 15 | 4 |
| Engine | 48 | 33 | 18 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| Air bags | 27 | 18 | 13 | 10 | 23 | 2 |
| Power train | 7 | 13 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 2 |
| Steering | 9 | 14 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 14 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control | 4 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Buick Verano recalls (11)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Verano model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V764000 | Nov 6, 2025 | Roof Rail Air Bag Inflators May Rupture | 2014 | 12.5% |
| 23V870000 | Dec 21, 2023 | Roof Rail Air Bag Inflators May Rupture | 2014 | 28.8% |
| 23V674000 | Sep 20, 2023 | Roof Rail Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2014 | 29.2% |
| 23V516000 | Jul 27, 2023 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2013 | 44.4% |
| 16V595000 | Aug 11, 2016 | Misrouted Fuel Line May Cause Fire | 2016 | 97.9% |
| 16V502000 | Jul 5, 2016 | Key May Be Removed When Not In Park/FMVSS 114 | 2013–2017 | 97.9% |
| 14V417000 | Jul 2, 2014 | Engine Block Heater Power Cord Damage | 2013, 2014 | 78.8% |
| 14V300000 | Jun 6, 2014 | Driver Side Frontal Air Bag May Not Deploy | 2012 | 81.7% |
| 14V092000 | Feb 21, 2014 | Broken Transmission Adjuster Cable/FMVSS 102/114 | 2014 | 98.9% |
| 13V023000 | Jan 24, 2013 | Driver Side Frontal Air bag may not Deploy | 2012 | 86.4% |
| 12V522000 | Oct 31, 2012 | Driver Side Frontal Airbag may not Deploy | 2012 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Buick Verano FAQ
How many recalls has the Buick Verano had?
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns that cover at least one Buick Verano model year from 2012 to 2017. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Buick Verano year has the most complaints?
Among the last 6 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (107) and the 2017 the fewest (9). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Buick Verano problems?
Across the 2012–2017 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, engine, air bags in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Buick Verano get?
EPA rates the 2017 Buick Verano at 24 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.