2012 Buick Verano engine problems
The 2012 Buick Verano has 50 engine complaints filed with NHTSA — 34% of the year's total, and the first year with meaningful reports in this category.
50
Engine complaints
34%
Share of year
0
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Engine complaints by year
What owners report
“Car has had excessive oil consumption since start. Easily consuming 1-2 quarts of oil on monthly basis. Had timing chains replaced at 75000 miles. Car suddenly stopped without warning 1/16/23 and completely shut off while driving. Now, at 170000 miles the engine is blown, due to chains loosening,…”
Common questions
How many engine complaints does the 2012 Buick Verano have?
NHTSA has 50 complaints about the 2012 Buick Verano engine — 34% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.