The 2016 Buick Verano has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 8,556 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. Last updated July 5, 2026.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured February 16, 2016, to May 12, 2016, equipped with a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine. The engine fuel line assembly may be misrouted, allowing the fuel line to contact the surface of the engine.
Consequence
If the fuel line contacts the engine, the fuel line may wear, resulting in a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 54180.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet…
Consequence
If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
Complaints by component
AIR BAGS
23
1crashes2injuries
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
15
1fires
ENGINE
7
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
7
1fires
POWER TRAIN
6
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
4
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
4
SEATS
4
1fires
STEERING
4
Total complaints97
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
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FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2016 Buick Verano as of
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