2012 Buick Verano vs 2013 Buick Verano
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Buick Verano | 2013 Buick Verano |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 106 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,485 | 1,542 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,266 mi | 44,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Verano | Buick Verano |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 48 | 33 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 23 |
| Steering | 9 | 14 |
| Power Train | 7 | 13 |
| Tires | 1 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 5 |
| Oil consumption | 21 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2012 Buick Verano
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.