2012 Buick Verano Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 8%of 106 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,499miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the steering of the 2012 Buick Verano, 8% of the 106 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,499 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On 10/11/2017 I was driving my car attempting to make a right turn and my car steering wheel locked on me and my power steering light came on I took it in on 10/12/17 to my local Buick dealer service but light came on again 10/13/17 I took it back on 10/14/17 they said my computer program was not reprogramed but my light came on again 10/23/17 I am so scared to drive my car”
NHTSA complaint #11035936, filed 2017-10, 55,499 miles“While driving on the interstate, without any type of warning indicator , my steering wheel fell off. I manage to reattach it and maneuver out of traffic to safety. Once I made it to safety the steering wheel again fail completely off. My car had a recall on it, that was repaired a few weeks ago dealing with the airbag. I'm not sure if this is a manufactor problem or negligence on the dealership on reattaching the steering column.”
NHTSA complaint #10758705, filed 2015-08, 45,000 miles“2012 Buick Verano. Immediately upon purchase I noticed the fresh air intake always had hot air blowing through vents. Dealer and GM customer service said nothing is wrong. Other Verano owners would stop me in parking lots and ask me if I had the same issue as they had. It was a defect. After 40,000 miles the timing chain needed replaced; camshaft position solenoid valve replaced; new gasket kit; output shaft seal leaking. At 60,000 miles, the car lost all power while driving 55 miles an hour on highway (other owners- Buick forums - had the same dangerous experience). …”
NHTSA complaint #11128724, filed 2018-09, 61,000 miles“Driving at highway speeds, the steering would bind slightly in one spot and require extra force to correct normal highway drift.this caused over correction. Dealer could find no problem. Called Buick customer service and steering rack was changed right away. Second steering rack was changed for same problem at 19000 mi.”
NHTSA complaint #10606830, filed 2014-06, 7,500 miles“Corrosion and faulty connection to positive cable I have had to replace battery 2 times in the past year. The battery bracket is corroding and the computer. Positive cable terminal”
NHTSA complaint #10807324, filed 2015-11, 15,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2012 Buick Verano
48 complaintsAir bags
27 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Buick Verano
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.
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