2013 BUICK VERANO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
154
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
34
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 BUICK VERANO
The 2013 BUICK VERANO has received a total of 154 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). 34 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (33 complaints), Electrical System (23 complaints), and Air Bags (16 complaints).
Recalls for the 2013 BUICK VERANO
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2013 BUICK VERANO, potentially affecting up to 20,491 vehicles.
Recall 23V516000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 767 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer...
View full details →Recall 16V502000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 8,367 vehicles affected
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...
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....
View full details →Recall 16V502000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
| 8,367 vehicles affected
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...
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....
View full details →Recall 14V417000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
| 2,990 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013; Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, to August 16, 2013, and 2012-2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured May 10, 2011, to August 16, 2012 equipped with a Calix...
Consequence: Exposed wires increase the risk of electrical shock and personal injury if the cord is handled while it is plugged in.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil pan/block heater cord with a new cord that is rated for temperatures of minus 40 degree Celsius. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Buick customer service...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 BUICK VERANO
154 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 BUICK VERANO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Preventionwarningsexternalpedestrian Alert | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptivemobility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
My driver side air bag notification keeps coming on. On and off, while I'm driving. My electrical system is odd. I can not charge any devices and my screen will turn off while I'm driving. I'm giving today's date, but this is an ongoing problem for at least a year.
My driver side air bag notification keeps coming on. On and off, while I'm driving. My electrical system is odd. I can not charge any devices and my screen will turn off while I'm driving. I'm giving today's date, but this is an ongoing problem for at least a year.
The contact owns a 2013 Buick Verano. The contact stated that while the vehicle was off on an inclined driveway, the vehicle rolled away. The contact had accidentally not shifted out of the drive gear position. The contact was able to jump back in the vehicle where he pressed the brake pedal and shifted into the park position. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was examined, but not diagnosed. The contact was advised that all Buick vehicles perform the same action while in drive on an incline. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
I think my car has a faulty ignition. When I turn my car off with key in ignition, my car starts on it's own.
Vehicle is consuming oil at an excessive rate (with still less than 70000 miles on the odometer) and I have had to keep a close watch on the levels. It is burning a quart right now about every 1400 miles and the problem is only likely to get worse with time. This could cause the engine to fail or catch fire while operating the vehicle, which is quite dangerous, especially at interstate speeds or on mountain roads. Buick has not issued a recall, and yet there is a service bulletin dating from 2016 (Bulletin No.: 13-06-01-003H). I have also read many complaints from other Verano owners about this problem. An engine is one of the most expensive parts of any vehicle, and if Buick will not voluntarily recall this model year to make the needed repairs, the NTSB ought to take a hand in getting a recall of affected vehicles. I don't want to risk my life on the road if this engine fails while the vehicle is in operation.
Safety Rating for the 2013 BUICK VERANO
The 2013 BUICK VERANO received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 BUICK VERANO
General Motors, LLC has issued 34 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 BUICK VERANO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIP5402C — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the diagnosis and repair steps for a vehicle with a check engine light on with Diagnostic Trouble Code P015B or a reduced engine power message with Diagnostic Trouble Code P1101. Technician should look for a missing or damaged O-ring seal in the...
PIP-5389-A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINE REGULAR PRODUCTION OPTION CODE LEA, LCV, AND LKW MAY HAVE A SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P015A SET. IF THE SERVICE INFORMATION FOR DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P015A WAS COMPLETED INSPECT...
PI-0659-E — STEERING
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN SEAL TO CORRECT A CUSTOMER CONCERN ON A RUBBER SQUEAK TYPE NOISE WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL DUE TO THE SEAL FOR THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT, LOCATED AT THE FRONT OF DASH, RUBBING ON THE ROTATING INTERMEDIATE...
PIE-0357-A — AIR BAGS
THIS ENGINEERING INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUCES THE END FOR NEED FOR INFORMATION FROM THE FIELD.
PIC6158B — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN SOME VEHICLES WITH RADIO REGULAR PRODUCTION OPTION CODE UFU, UP9, OR UHQ MAY HAVE SOME BLUETOOTH ISSUES, RADIO FREEZING UP, XM GRAPHICS ISSUES OR RADIO REBOOT. TECHNICIAN WILL UPDATE THE RADIO USING TIS2WEB.
PI1322A — STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a repair recommendation for a customer concern of notchy or stick/slip feeling in steering wheel near center position.
PI1322A — STEERING
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a repair recommendation for a customer concern of notchy or stick/slip feeling in steering wheel near center position.
PB-12187-A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BUICK/CADILLAC/CHEVROLET/GMC: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SOFTWARE PROBLEM FAILS TO WORK, AS INTENDED, IN AUTOMATIC CRASH RESPONSE SYSTEM AND MAY NOT MEET SEVERITY PARAMETERS FOR CRASH NOTIFICATION IN CERTAIN REAR END CRASHES. MODELS 2012 SRX; 2013 VERANO, CRUZE, EQUINOX, VOLT, TERRAIN. *PE UPDATED 11/28/12. *PE UPDATED 12/9/14. *PE
PIE0311 — ENGINE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PI0753A — VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 BUICK VERANO
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BUICK VERANO
- 2012 BUICK VERANO — 145 complaints
- 2013 BUICK VERANO (current)
- 2014 BUICK VERANO — 169 complaints
- 2015 BUICK VERANO — 82 complaints
- 2016 BUICK VERANO — 94 complaints
- 2017 BUICK VERANO — 19 complaints
Other BUICK Models
- BUICK LESABRE — 4,864 total complaints
- BUICK REGAL — 4,444 total complaints
- BUICK ENCLAVE — 3,194 total complaints
- BUICK LACROSSE — 2,882 total complaints
- BUICK CENTURY — 2,393 total complaints
- BUICK PARK AVENUE — 1,880 total complaints
- BUICK RENDEZVOUS — 1,795 total complaints
- BUICK LUCERNE — 1,322 total complaints