2013 Buick Verano: sudden loss of power

6 of the 107 complaints about the 2013 Buick Verano describe sudden loss of power.

owner complaints: 6
of this car's complaints: 6%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 197 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Sudden loss of power by model year

2016
3
2014
2
2013
6
2012
3

What owners say

Filed Jul 10, 2023 · Electrical, Steering · MI

Started having the radio blank out and then steering wheel would lose power while driving. Service stability track error comes on. Took in for diagnostic and was told rear control module was bad. After 1500 to 1800.00 in repairs still had the same issues within 7 days. I've contacted dealership and general motor. I'm afraid my car will lose power while on highway

Filed Aug 1, 2022 · Engine · WV

The contact owns a 2013 Buick Verano. The contact stated that while driving at 60-65 MPH, the vehicle lost all power with no warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after a minute. The vehicle was not taken an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic due to the fact that there were abnormal noises coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that she was informed that the camshaft sensor, crankshaft sensor, timing cover set, timing chain kit, and valve cover gasket needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired and an oil change was completed. The contact stated that the vehicle had lost motive and electrical power several times while driving. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that she researched the failure online and discovered that there was an issue with the 2013 Buick Verano. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Apr 15, 2019 · Electrical · 35,500 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 buick verano. While driving at any speed, the 2013 buick verano lost power, doors would unlock, then power would come back on and doors would lock. This would happen repeatedly, in addition, the wrench icon illuminated and the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to newby buick gmc (435‑673‑1100, located at 1629 s convention center dr, st. George, ut 84790), but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer, but they did diagnose the failure and was electrical. Issues. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 35,500. *tt consumer stated vehicle was traded in on 5/7/19

Filed Jun 12, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 7,370 miles · MO

Vehicle, traveling 45mph in traffic stream on highway, suddenly lost all power, including engine, radio, AC fan, and dashboard lights. After coasting to roadside, still moving, radio, AC fan and dashboard lights suddenly self restored. After stopping, transmission put in park, start button pushed, engine started, everything back to normal.

Filed Sep 22, 2016 · Electrical · 35,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 buick verano. While driving, the contact inadvertently hit the keyless ignition button, which resulted in a loss of power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that the vehicle operated as manufactured. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.

Filed Jul 21, 2014 · Engine · 12,400 miles · PA

Was driving on route headed towards harrisburg on I 83 south, and the engine cut out, not once, but 3 times. The car totally lost all power. Each time I pulled off to the side of the road, trembling and praying that the car would restart. *tr all instrument panels went out, no warning lights to warn of what may come next.. Called the dealership and have to wait a week to get in.