Most common 2015 Buick Verano problems
Share of the 59 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Buick Verano complaints by model year
Best Verano years: 2017, 2015, 2016. Years to avoid: 2012, 2014, 2013. Compare all years →
What 2015 Buick Verano owners say
Electrical system all 23 →
The Service Side Detection System (SSDS) maintenance light appears on my dashboard and remains unless I cancel it out by pressing the menu button on the turning signal. Both sides of the vehicle cannot accurately detect when vehicles are approaching and passing...the SSDS indicator lights in the side mirrors come on and off randomly. Currently, my left mirror indicator light remains lit even when the vehicle is turned off. The problem started with my fan...it stopped blowing air. I made a stop and when I restarted my vehicle the fan started again. This problem started about 6-8 months ago. Now...it is getting worst...I am getting errors on all my systems when I start my car. Yesterday, I couldn't turn my car off...finally when I did, I couldn't start it. I was not able to engage the brake pedal and couldn't turn over the vehicle. …
My vehicle was rear ended and when the wire connection was detached there was signs of corrosion cause by moisture. The insurance company wont pay for it because the Buick mechanic said this is a common issue with Buick Verano's. When moisture gets into the connectors all instruments on the dashboard goes haywire. it's my belief that this may cause the car to stall and if that happens no power steering or no power breaks.
Air bags
The contact owns a 2015 Buick Verano. The contact stated that the driver's and passenger's side air bag warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the cause of the failure might be related to crimped wiring inside the vehicle. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, the contact had not received a response. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Advanced diagnostics alerts whether someone is sitting in the passenger seat or not. Sensor alerts constantly while driving. If there is a passenger sometimes the airbag light isn't lit notifying the airbag is on. This happens whether the vehicle is in motion or not and has happened many, many times.
Steering
I was driving normally, slowed down to make a left turn and the steering wheel locked up on me. I could not turn at all. I was in a lane of traffic at the time but fortunately on a private street. I called the Buick dealer and they suggested GM roadside assistance. I called GM roadside assistance and it took 2 hours for a tow truck to pick up the car. I had the flashers on the whole time and the battery was dead when the tow truck driver tried to start it. He jumped it and the steering wheel was still locked. It was towed to the dealer. The dealer told me the pin fell when it was not supposed to. They are checking out the car now. Thankfully I was not on the freeway or anywhere else as it could have been a disaster.
I purchased my Buick Verano on 12/29/2017. During the first while driving my eletrical system just shut down about 2-3 times. In the second year it started happening more often while making a turn or just going aroun another vehicle. From July to August the electrical system shut down about 5 times in about a 5 week span which made it very hard to steer the vehicle and all of the radio screen shut down also. This issue has me worried because at high speeds if this happens it will be very hard to control the vehicle. I have noticed that this is a common problem with this vehicle. Has the car dealers acknowledge this issue and what do they recommend to do?
2015 Buick Verano engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 31 / 25 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 20 / 31 / 24 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 29 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Buick Verano a good car?
Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Verano rates average: 38% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Verano at the same age. It is one of the best Verano years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Buick Verano?
The electrical system — 23 complaints, 39% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition › anti-theft › control module. Next are the air bags (10) and steering (6).
How many recalls does the 2015 Buick Verano have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2015 Buick Verano. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Buick Verano?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2015 and 2016. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2012, 2014 and 2013. See the full Buick Verano years comparison.
At what mileage do 2015 Buick Verano problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 41,000 miles; 68% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.