Is the 2017 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 2017 Buick Verano?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Buick Verano have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2017 Buick Verano

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2017 Buick Verano
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:56:39.904Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 9
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 9 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2012	106
2013	107
2014	101
2015	59
2016	59
2017	9

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

4 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.

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Driving 40 mph all dash electronics went off as going to turn into parking lot medium traffic steering very very hard to turn, made into lot pulled immediately into first open space engine stalled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-06

Also filed under Steering

Steering

3 of 9 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH

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Steering gear linkage went out

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-31

Power train

2 of 9 total reports mention: power train.

Air bags

2 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

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I was pulling into a parking place in a restaurant parking lot after turning off a city street. All of a sudden the car was lunging forward instead of stopping. It hit a steel fence cable which pushed it onto a metal fence post and stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-01

Also filed under Structure and wheels

Structure

2 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2016-10-14Electrical system, power train16V502000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Buick Verano — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V502000 · Electrical system, power train

FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 Buick Verano?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Buick Verano 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.