Is the GMC Terrain Reliable?
2010–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Terrain Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 22 | — | — | 75 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 14 | 3 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 34 | 2 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 38 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 45 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 28 | 3 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 107 | 4 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 2 | 165 | 10 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2018 | 4 | 153 | 7 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 86 | 5 | — | 78 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Terrain Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Terrain scores 11 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known GMC Terrain Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 692 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Terrain reliable?+
The GMC Terrain scores 79/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 10 recall campaigns and 692 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Terrain is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Terrain achieved the highest reliability score of 90/100 with 0 recalls and 45 complaints.
How many miles does a Terrain last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Terrain owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Terrain will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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