2016 Buick Verano Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Buick Verano has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (23 reports).

2Recalls
59Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Verano?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 Buick Verano recalls

Fuel line may rub engine and leak, causing fire risk

Recall 16V595Aug 11, 2016189 vehicles affected

A fuel line assembly on certain vehicles may be misrouted so that it contacts the surface of the engine.

Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway

Recall 16V502Jul 5, 20168,367 vehicles affected

The electronic park lock lever on these vehicles may allow the ignition key to be removed while the transmission is not in PARK.

Most common 2016 Buick Verano problems

Problem areas named in the 59 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags23
Electrical System15
Engine7
Power Train7
Unknown Or Other7
Exterior Lighting4
Seats4
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)4
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Steering4

What owners report

2026-03-29, Steering
While driving on the highway there was a random harsh jerk on my car, and I was immediately unable to maintain safe speeds driving nearly causing a serious crash. All of the service lights (Service Parking Assist, Service Power Steering, Service StabiliTrak, and Check Engine Light) should up on the dashboard. Trying to engage the vehicle into drive after parked had a harsh jerk shifting into gear and the accelerator was not working properly (going extremely slower than applied pressure). Mobile mechanic reader coded my vehicle with U0101 “Lost Communication with TCM”. After touching that TCM connection all of the service lights randomly turned back off, and the vehicle drove (tempor
2026-02-03, Air Bags
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 potential malfunction of the supplemental restraint system. An independent mechanic advised that the vehicle was no longer safe or economically reasonable to repair due to the transmission failure and the airbag system warning. The cost of transmission repair was estimated between $5,000.00 and $7,000.00. The vehicle could not be safely driven, sold, or repaired, leaving me with an inoperable vehicle and
2025-07-30, Power Train
After consulting with a certified technician, I’ve learned this model uses the same 6-speed transmission (6T40) found in several GM vehicles, and that it’s widely known to fail prematurely—many as early as 100K–117K miles. There are dozens of similar consumer complaints filed with NHTSA and discussed online. These are not isolated incidents but part of a consistent pattern of early, costly failures.
2025-07-28, Structure
The paint has severely faded, chipping, and it is not from environmental factors- I have less than 30,000 miles on a 2016 Buick Verano. There are multiple websites confirming other consumers have had the same issues with their 2015/2016 Buick Verano.
2025-06-30, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2016 Buick Verano. The contact stated that the doors of the vehicle were locking and unlocking independently, and the radio failed to turn off as needed. The contact stated that an unknown relay and sensors were previously replaced; however, the failure persisted. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was hacked. The failure mileage was approximately 189,000.

2016 Buick Verano questions

Does the 2016 Buick Verano have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Buick Verano: Fuel line may rub engine and leak, causing fire risk; Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Buick Verano?

Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (23), Electrical System (15), Engine (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Buick Verano has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

Other Buick Verano years

Other 2016 Buick models