Model year guide

2012 Buick Verano

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Buick Verano is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 112 on record.

2012 Buick Verano — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Buick Verano at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints106
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$12,247

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2012 Buick Verano recalls 3

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #14V300000 · 06/06/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured December 2, 2011 to July, 16, 2012, Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured December 7, 2011 to July 25, 2012, Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured December 5, 2011 to August 2, 2012, and Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 1, 2011 to June 11, 2012. The driver side frontal air bag has a shorting bar which may …

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel air bag coil, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact GM at 1-800-222-1020. Buick owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. Note: This is an expansion of recalls 12V-522 and 13V-023.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #12V522000 · 31/10/2012

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. The driver side frontal air bag has a shorting bar which may intermittently contact the air bag terminals.

Fix: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel airbag coil, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 11, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #13V023000 · 24/01/2013

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Camaro, Cruze and Sonic, and model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles. The driver side frontal air bag has a shorting bar which may intermittently contact the air bag terminals.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel air bag coil, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 13, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Buick Verano common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

2012 Buick Verano MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 Buick Verano worth?

Low
$9,600
Typical price
$12,247
High
$14,500

From 110 comparable 2012 Buick Verano listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Buick Verano costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,750
Fuel only$12,750
Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Buick Verano trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Convenience Group 2 · Leather Group · Leather · Convenience 2 · Convenience 1
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl

2012 Buick Verano vehicles on record

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2012 Buick Verano — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Buick Verano have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Buick Verano. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Buick Verano?

Based on 106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, visibility/wiper.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Buick Verano get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Buick Verano at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2012 Buick Verano worth?

Comparable 2012 Buick Verano listings run roughly $9,600–$14,500, typically around $12,247 (from 110 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.