2016 Buick Verano electrical system problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Buick Verano — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Mar 29, 2026
“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…”
filed Jun 30, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016…Campaign 16V502000 · Jul 5, 2016
Electrical System problems in other Verano years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Verano | 22 | 38% |
| 2014 Verano | 42 | 42% |
| 2013 Verano | 23 | 22% |
| 2012 Verano | 16 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Buick Verano
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.