Buick Verano Reliability Problems

Verano owners have made 134 complaints over 6 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 10th in overall reliability out of 14 Buick models, with real engine and electrical concerns.

The Most Common Verano Problem

A list of some of the most common issues Verano owners have to deal with.

  1. Inaccurate Gas Gauge

    GM vehicles have a problem with defective gas gauges that leave owners wondering just how much fuel is left in their tank. The gauge goes a little whacko once the tank is less than half full, with owners saying it sticks in place or bounces…

    Continue reading article "Inaccurate Gas Gauge" Cluster on instruments in a Buick, including a gas gauge that shows the tank is empty.

  2. What Are We Missing?

    We know there's more problems than this. Let us know which one you'd like to see us cover next.

    Continue Cluster on instruments in a Buick, including a gas gauge that shows the tank is empty.

What Verano Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

Full Lists on CarComplaints.com

Verano Generations

The Verano has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 1st generation (2012–2016).

Verano Key Numbers

  1. 134 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  2. 1,364 service bulletins

    Documenting the process of troubleshooting common problems.

  3. 7 recall campaigns

    Time-sensitive, free repairs for widespread safety problems.

Recent Verano News

There's a lot of news out there, but not all of it matters. We try to boil down it to the most important bits about things that actually help you with your car problem. Interested in getting these stories in an email? Signup for free email alerts over at CarComplaints.com.

  1. The 2016 Buick Verano is a hot mess. Or at least, it will be once it catches on fire from fuel line leaks.

    General Motors found fuel lines that were not shaped correctly, causing the lines to touch the engines once installed in the vehicles. The supplier investigated and determined the machine operator responsible for the lines apparently wasn't trained well enough.…

    keep reading article "2016 Verano Recalled Because They Keep Catching on Fire"

  2. GM is recalling more cars because the engine block heater cord can get damaged in the cold.

    That's right -- the device that's supposed to keep your engine toasty in the winter is unable to handle cold temperatures. That's like a snow tire deflating as soon as you drive over ice. Maybe GM needs to install an engine-block-heater heater? The affected cars all have the optional Calix oil pan / block heaters.…

    keep reading article "Engine Block Heaters Can't Handle the Cold"

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