2016 Buick Verano vs 2016 Ford Focus
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Buick Verano | 2016 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 59 | 1,176 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,060 | 198 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 29–34 |
| Median reported mileage | 29,000 mi | 63,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Verano | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 671 |
| Engine | 7 | 232 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 165 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 81 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 60 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 49 |
| Steering | 4 | 45 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 248 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 219 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 202 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 131 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 59 |
| Overheating | 0 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 36 |
2016 Buick Verano
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.