2016 Buick Verano: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Buick Verano: 2 recalls, 59 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #16V502000 · 2016 · 8,367 vehicles
What's wrong: Also, certain 2013 Buick encore, 2011 Buick regal, 2013-2014 Buick verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC terrain vehicles May have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 114, "theft protection…
Why it matters: If the key is removed without the transmission in park, the vehicle May rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #16V595000 · 2016 · 189 vehicles
What's wrong: 0 liter turbocharged engine. The engine fuel line assembly May be misrouted, allowing the fuel line to contact the surface of the engine.
Why it matters: If the fuel line contacts the engine, the fuel line May wear, resulting in a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2016.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (23): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Electrical (15): the most common themes are electrical failure (6), warning light on (4).
- Engine (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (7): the most common themes are warning light on (2), hard / delayed shifting (2).
The 2016 Buick Verano has 59 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 6 Verano model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 74). Complaints peaked in 2017 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 24,250 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (59 complaints, 0 recalls), 2017 (9 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 24 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Buick Verano have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Buick Verano. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Buick Verano problems?
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (23), electrical (15), engine (7).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Buick Verano get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Buick Verano repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.