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2014 Buick Verano

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Buick Verano
Pictured: 2012 Buick Verano -- 04-30-2012. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Compact Cars
Body styles
4dr Sedan Base/Turbo
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
24 combined · 21 city / 31 hwy
Length
183.9 in
Curb weight
3,300 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
6 campaigns

Overview

The 2014 Buick Verano is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 2.4L 4-cyl) and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,300 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway), 9% worse than the 2014 compact car average of 26.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,800 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2014

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 Verano — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Verano →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Sedan Base/Turbo183.9 in71.3 in58.3 in105.9 in60.6 / 61.4 in3,300 lb61/39

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Verano2.0L 4-cyl turboManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive20 / 31 / 24-9%$2,800372
Verano2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive21 / 29 / 24-9%$2,800373
Verano2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive21 / 31 / 24-9%$2,800363
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $2,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.3 MPG2014 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Buick Verano.

Similar 2014 compact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Buick Verano (this car)24 MPGNot rated6
2014 Toyota Corolla34 MPGNot rated2
2014 Honda Civic44 MPGNot rated2
2014 Honda Accord47 MPGNot rated5
2014 Toyota Camry40 MPGNot rated3
2014 Nissan GT-R19 MPGNot rated0
2014 Toyota Prius50 MPGNot rated4

Recalls (6)

Air Bags › Side/Window · Nov 6, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V764000 · 2,099 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Dec 21, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V870000 · 20,712 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Sep 20, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V674000 · 9,264 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Electrical System › Ignition · Jul 5, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V502000 · 8,367 vehicles

Problem
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."
Risk
If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
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.
Equipment › Electrical · Jul 2, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V417000 · 2,990 vehicles

Problem
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 oil pan/block heater. In cold temperatures, the insulation on the engine block heater cord can become damaged, allowing the wires to be exposed.
Risk
Exposed wires increase the risk of electrical shock and personal injury if the cord is handled while it is plugged in.
Fix
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 at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14257.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Feb 21, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V092000 · 355 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjuster may disengage from the transmission shift lever. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." They also fail to conform to FMVSS number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk
If a vehicle's shift cable disengages from the transmission shift lever, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the driver may be able to shift the lever to the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Fix
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Buick owners at 1-800-521-7300, and GMC owners at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number associated with this recall is 14048.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Buick Verano is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

92Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
3Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
7Injuries reported
56,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System38
Power Train17
Engine16
Steering14
Air Bags13
Unknown Or Other11
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)10
Service Brakes8
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
20/07: 120/09: 121/02: 121/05: 121/10: 121/11: 121/12: 122/05: 122/08: 122/09: 222/10: 123/01: 123/02: 123/03: 223/05: 123/11: 124/04: 124/12: 125/01: 125/03: 225/04: 225/05: 125/08: 125/11: 120/0721/0521/1222/0923/0223/1125/0125/05max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 Buick Verano buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 38 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Power Train — 17 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Engine — 16 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 56,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Buick Verano. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Verano years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2017 Verano24183.9 inNot rated19
2016 Verano24183.9 inNot rated259
2015 Verano25183.9 inNot rated059
2013 Verano24183.9 inNot rated381
2012 Verano24183.9 inNot rated385

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →