Is the 2014 BUICK Verano safe to drive?

The 2014 BUICK Verano has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 14V417000

Moderate Plain English 2014-07-02

What This Recall Means

Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

What Happened

Your vehicle has a faulty engine block heater cord that can get damaged in cold temperatures, exposing the wires.

Risk if Unfixed

If you touch the exposed wires while the cord is plugged in, you could get an electrical shock and get hurt.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

The dealership will replace the cord with a new one that can handle extreme cold, and this service is free for you.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #14V417000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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