2014 Buick Verano
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 106 |
| 2013 | 106 |
| 2014 | 101 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
42% of complaints: electrical system — 42 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Newly purchased delivery of 2014 Buick Verano. from Auto Deal Makers in Chantilly, Va.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250109
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT'S TWO YEAR OLD CHILD WANTED THE REAR WINDOWS ROLLED DOWN. THE CONTACT LOOKED UP AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190429
18% of complaints: power train — 18 distinct reports on file.
18% of complaints: engine — 18 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Newly purchased delivery of 2014 Buick Verano. from Auto Deal Makers in Chantilly, Va.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250109
14% of complaints: steering — 14 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH IN HEAVY RAIN, THE VEHICLE SLID AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190409
TAKATA RECALL 7/31/2018 T BONE ACCIDENT BY DRIVER WHO RAN STOP SIGN SUSTAIN HEAD INJURIES AND CONCUSSION BLACKOUT TAKEN TO HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE FROM INJURIES AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UNDER MEDICAL CARE
NHTSA ODI report, 20180823
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 BUICK VERANO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND CAUSED BOTH A FRONT AND REAR END COLLISION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170315
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014.
Campaign 14V092000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013; Chevrolet Cruze vehicles...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil pan/block heater cord with a new cord that is rated for temperatures of minus 40 degree Celsius. The recall began in August 2014.
Campaign 14V417000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 16V502000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators located on the roof rails above the headliner, may rupture at the inflator weld joint.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 23V674000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators may rupture at the inflator weld joint. This recall is an expansion of Recall 23V-674.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024.
Campaign 23V870000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators located on the roof rails above the headliner, may rupture at the inflator weld joint.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 25V764000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Buick Verano — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V092000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V417000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V502000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V674000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V870000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V764000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2014 Buick Verano 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 2014 Buick Verano?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Buick Verano have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.