2014 Buick Verano Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
80/100
#2 most-complained of 6 Verano years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2014 Buick Verano has 101 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 80 out of 100 — #2 highest of 6 Verano model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is electrical system (42 complaints, 42% of the total). Complaints report 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 7 injuries.
- Complaints
- 101
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 7 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 31 hwy
Top 2014 Buick Verano problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System42 (42%)
- Engine23 (23%)
- Transmission & Powertrain19 (19%)
- Brakes18 (18%)
- Steering14 (14%)
- Airbags13 (13%)
- Other13 (13%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires12 (12%)
- Fuel System4 (4%)
- Lane Departure3 (3%)
2014 Buick Verano recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V764000Nov 6, 2025Airbags2,099 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators located on the roof rails above the headliner, may rupture at the inflator weld joint.
Risk: An inflator that ruptures may partially inflate the air bag and cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252530830. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall numbers 23V674 and 23V870.
- NHTSA 23V870000Dec 21, 2023Airbags20,712 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators may rupture at the inflator weld joint. This recall is an expansion of Recall 23V-674.
Risk: An inflator that ruptures may partially inflate the air bag and cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232425640.
- NHTSA 23V674000Sep 20, 2023Airbags9,264 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators located on the roof rails above the headliner, may rupture at the inflator weld joint.
Risk: An inflator that ruptures may partially inflate the air bag and cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232408490.
2014 Buick Verano fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 31 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Verano years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Buick Verano a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Buick Verano ranks #2 of 6 among Verano model years (Complaint Index 80/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 101 complaints and 6 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Buick Verano?
- The most reported problem areas are electrical system (42 complaints), engine (23 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (19 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 41,700 miles.
- Does the 2014 Buick Verano have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2014 Buick Verano, most recently reported 2025, covering airbags, electrical system, other, and transmission & powertrain.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Buick Verano?
- EPA rates the 2014 Buick Verano at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.