2014 Buick Verano vs 2016 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 | 2014 Buick Verano | 2016 Buick Verano |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 101 | 59 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,481 | 1,060 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,000 mi | 29,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Verano | Buick Verano |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 42 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 23 |
| Power Train | 19 | 7 |
| Engine | 18 | 7 |
| Steering | 14 | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 10 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 2 |
| Wheels | 6 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
2014 Buick Verano
2016 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.