Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Buick verano. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving various speeds. The contact was able to push the start engine button and regain normal function. Also, the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to patrick Buick GMC & used car supercenter (4700 w henrietta road, henrietta, ny 14467, (585) 359-2200). The dealer performed a…
2012 Buick Verano engine problems
moderate 36 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
36
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
When does it fail?
Of the 36 engine complaints filed for the 2012 Buick Verano, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 4 model years of Buick Verano we track for engine problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 36.
Engine accounts for 34% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 8 categories tracked.
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Buick verano. While inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the engine oil was very low. The contact indicated that the oil was last changed in october of 2017. There was no warning message displayed indicating that the oil was low. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The local dealer (axelrod…
Ses light periodically keeps coming on beginning at 49,000 miles in 2015. It is always regarding problem camshaft position actuator solenoid/sensor code: p0014. It came on again last year at around 82,000 miles and then came on again 10 days later. Last year dealership mechanic at least knew something about engines and some parts to change instead of just letting a computer tell him what parts so…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Buick verano. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled intermittently several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. However, the technician was not able to replicate or diagnose the failure. The vehicle was to be taken back to an authorized dealer for further inspection and diagnosis. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure…
Extreme oil consumption without warning. Oil level was still at 60% and oil change was not yet indicated by the mileage. I noticed the engine was running roughly and took the car to my mechanic. The dipstick was dry.
My car has started to burn oil quickly in the past and I was bringing my car to get oil changes more frequently than the sticker was saying at the dealership. Recently my car showed no oil on the dipstick after my car stopped running. 2 quarts of oil was added and the oil only showed at the tip of the dipstick. My engine was tapping a few weeks prior to my car no longer running. I brought the car…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2012 Buick Verano?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 36 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 20 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 64,000 and 116,000 miles, with the median around 88,015. A quarter of owners report trouble before 64,000; a quarter make it past 116,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2012/Buick/Verano.
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