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Buick Verano: which year should you buy?

Across the 2012 to 2017 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2015 (91/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Shop by model year.

Best years to target

2015 91 · 2016 88 · 2013 84

Every model year, scored

The same scoring for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to judge the year either way.

201764/100
Unproven

9 complaints · 1 recalls

201688/100
Buy

59 complaints · 2 recalls

201591/100
Buybest year

58 complaints · 0 recalls

201464/100
Caution

101 complaints · 6 recalls

201384/100
Buy

106 complaints · 3 recalls

201264/100
Caution

106 complaints · 3 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2015?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2015 Buick Verano’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2017 Buick Verano head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Buick Verano as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.