Power Train Related Problems of the 2016 Buick Verano

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2016 Buick Verano. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Buick Verano


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2016 Buick Verano

The Power Train problem

While driving home from work, my car, lost power a few times. Though, the maintenance malfunction light did come on, it was while the issue was occurring. I mention this because, in the car’s manual, it states that the light will come on before the malfunction takes place.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

While driving on the highway there was a random harsh jerk on my car, and I was immediately unable to maintain safe speeds driving nearly causing a serious crash. All of the service lights (service parking assist, service power steering, service stabilitrak, and check engine light) should up on the   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

After consulting with a certified technician, I’ve learned this model uses the same 6-speed transmission (6t40) found in several gm vehicles, and that it’s widely known to fail prematurely—many as early as 100k–117k miles.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Buick Verano model year vehicles:



Verano Service Bulletins
Verano Safety Recalls
Verano Defect Investigations