2016 Buick Cascada Problems
- Complaints
- 22filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 18,500miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl FWD · 20 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2016 Buick Cascada (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2016 Buick Cascada. The part named most often is body and structure, with 10 complaints (45% of the total), followed by other or unknown (7) and visibility (4). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 70% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 18,500 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 985 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 42 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 68 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure10 45%
- Other or unknown7 32%
- Electrical system3 14%
- Engine3 14%
- Engine cooling2 9.1%
- Wheels2 9.1%
- Brakes1 4.5%
- Seat belts1 4.5%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “The rear glass window is lifting on the bottom left corner. My husband just noticed it one day. A service bulletin was released by GM in november, 2019 regarding this issue. My insurance won't cover it as it was not caused by an outside force. Safety hazard: if I drive with my windows open and top up, I'm afraid the pressure will cause the window to detach, which would injure any vehicle behind me. This should be a GM recall. The glass can not be replaced without replacing the entire soft top.”
NHTSA complaint #11339734, filed 2020-07, 36,000 milesOther or unknown: “I purchased my 2016 Buick Cascada in 2017, in the summer of 2018 I noticed the paint chipping off all 4 of my rims. Then in december of 2020 I noticed the back window started to become unattached from the convertible top. The vehicle is now out of warranty and the dealership tells me I need to replace the entire top, which is absolutely ridiculous. I paid $38,000 for a vehicle that is falling apart. I don't understand why general motors it's not held responsible for this?”
NHTSA complaint #11396566, filed 2021-02, 50,000 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The contact owns a 2016 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that the rear windshield separated from the convertible top making it difficult to secure the top of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the window and top of the vehicle needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the Vin was not under recall. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11420274, filed 2021-06, 18,000 milesElectrical system: “My convertible top is not lining up with the windows. When it rain water on the floor . U don’t see where it’s coming from . I just see large amount of water”
NHTSA complaint #11580207, filed 2024-03Mileage when problems were reported
70% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 6,000 and 50,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 Buick Cascada. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cascada · C FWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 11.1% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2016 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning not available, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2017: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2016 Buick Cascada version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cascada FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 16V844000Nov 21, 2016Visibility › Power window devices and controlsCovers: Buick Cascada 2016
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Cascada vehicles manufactured December 1, 2015, to February 24, 2016. The affected vehicles may have had the original convertible roof control module (CRCM) replaced with an incorrect CRCM…
Recall details for the 2016 Buick Cascada → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 985 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit…
- 11023091Sep 9, 2025Other or unknown. New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- 11022084Aug 14, 2025Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Other model years of the Buick Cascada
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 50,300 | 0 | 5 | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 11 | 72,000 | 0 | 5 | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 15 | 21,318 | 0 | 5 | 23 | — | Rising |
| 2016 | 22 | 18,500 | 1 | 5 | 23 | — | Falling |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2016 Buick Cascada have?
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2016 Buick Cascada as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2016 Buick Cascada is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 10 complaints (45% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 7.
Has the 2016 Buick Cascada been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2016 Buick Cascada do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2016 Buick Cascada 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Buick Cascada get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Buick Cascada (Cascada, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 20 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2016 Buick Cascada reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 18,500 miles and the middle half falls between 6,000 and 50,000 miles; 70% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.