Buick Verano Problems by Year: Complaints and Recalls

Buick Verano years to avoid

No model year of the Buick Verano stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Typical mileage	Recalls	Crashes
2017	95	9	Electrical		1	1	Fewest complaints
2016	84	59	Airbags	24,500	2	1	Fewest complaints
2015	84	59	Electrical	40,797	0	2	Fewest complaints
2014	70	101	Electrical	44,000	6	3
2013	72	107	Engine	35,500	3	4
2012	71	106	Engine	56,000	3	8

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

What years of the Buick Verano should you avoid?

No single model year of the Buick Verano has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Buick Verano?

2017, 2015 and 2016 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (9, 59 and 59).

What is the most common problem with the Buick Verano?

Electrical, with 123 complaints across all years, followed by engine (113) and airbags (93).

How many recalls does the Buick Verano have?

11 recalls between 2012 and 2017. The 2014 model year has the most, with 6.

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