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2017 Buick Verano problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 19 complaints on file for the 2017 Buick Verano — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

19

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other Verano years?

Verano NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted169 complaints2012: 146 complaints2013: 156 complaints2014: 169 complaints2015: 82 complaints2016: 97 complaints2017: 19 complaints
Verano NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Buick Verano problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System421%
Steering316%
Body & Structure211%
Transmission211%
Airbags211%
Tires & Wheels15%
Visibility & Wipers15%
Driver Assistance15%
Latches & Locks15%
Other15%
Speed Control15%

Does the 2017 Buick Verano have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V502000Electrical SystemJuly 5, 2016 · 8,367 units

Defect

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. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Consequence

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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. Put into park attempted to restart, click-click-click like dead battery opened hood alternator belt…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 6, 2024

“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. Put into park attempted to restart, click-click-click like dead battery opened hood alternator belt…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · March 6, 2024

“The contact owns a 2017 Buick Verano. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · March 15, 2022

“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. Put into park attempted to restart, click-click-click like dead battery opened hood alternator belt…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 6, 2024

“The contact owns a 2017 Buick Verano. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that all four doors would not properly open nor close and remain secured. Additionally, the front driver's side window would not roll down as needed. The vehicle was taken to the local…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 11, 2024

2017 Buick Verano — common questions

Is the 2017 Buick Verano reliable?

The record is thin — 19 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2017 Verano problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (4 complaints), steering (3 complaints), transmission (2 complaints).

Does the 2017 Buick Verano have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Buick Verano. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

How safe is the 2017 Buick Verano?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Buick Verano earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.