repaired · 2017 Q4
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. If the fuel line contacts the engine, the fuel line may wear, resulting in a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
2016 Buick VeranoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 59 owner complaints about the 2016 Buick Verano, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-502 the manufacturer reports only 98% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 29, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Buick Verano has problems
59 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
23Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
15Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
7Engine
7Power train
4Seats
4Electronic stability control (ESC)
4Exterior lighting
4Fuel/propulsion system
4Steering
189 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 23 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 15 | 1 |
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 18 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2016 Buick Verano recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Buick.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Verano year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Verano median. How we score
'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Buick Verano safety ratings
2016 Buick Verano 4 DR FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Verano owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am submitting this complaint to report a safety-related issue involving my 2016 Buick Verano. At approximately 112,000 miles, the vehicle experienced a major transmission failure that significantly affected drivability. Shortly thereafter, an airbag warning light illuminated, indicating a…
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Verano. The contact stated while starting the vehicle and driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger's side seat sensor failed to detect a passenger in the seat. The “Air Bag Off” and “Service Air Bag” messages were displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…
When I start my car air bag lights on when a passenger is not seat air bags keeps light is on and when I have passenger next to me air bag is off. I took this car to dealership I bought they want me to pay $1720 to fix the system I only driven 42000 miles since I bought I had fully guaranteed paid…
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