2016 Buick Cascada
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
10 of 22 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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My convertible top is not lining up with the windows. When it rain water on the floor . U donât see where itâs coming from . I just see large amount of…
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-30
Also filed under Electrical system
Visibility
4 of 22 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield and glass, side/rear.
Engine
3 of 22 total reports mention: engine.
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After owning for a year, it started idling very rough. Took it to a shop and there was a GM Service Bulletin issued on these cars N192291620 that expired on 6/2026. They would not reimburse me as it expired and car was repaired by a third party.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-17
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Buick Cascada. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and/or shut completely off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-17
Also filed under Electrical system
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Buick Cascada. While driving approximately 1 MPH, the vehicle drove over a curb.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-13
Electrical system
3 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Buick Cascada (Na). When the contact started the vehicle, the front camera experienced a failure and several safety features were disabled in the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed that a sensor needed to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-02
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing crankcase (pcv) and turbo/supercharger.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2016-12-01Visibility16V844000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Cascada vehicles manufactured December 1, 2015, to February 24, 2016.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the CRCM with correct module, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 16126.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Buick Cascada — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V844000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2016 Buick Cascada reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Buick Cascada?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Buick Cascada have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.