2019 GMC Terrain
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 290 |
| 2011 | 386 |
| 2012 | 364 |
| 2013 | 363 |
| 2014 | 296 |
| 2015 | 295 |
| 2016 | 149 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2018 | 212 |
| 2019 | 177 |
| 2020 | 179 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 45 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 22 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
36% of complaints: engine — 63 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
I bought a car from Boone Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealership in North Carolina on [XXX] and by [XXX] my engine was out before I purchase my car I made sure they serviced my vehicle at a GMC Dealership and there's a warranty on the service of my...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240922
33% of complaints: service brakes — 58 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2019 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while the wife was driving at approximately 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and it felt stiff.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240621
28% of complaints: power train — 50 distinct reports on file.
21% of complaints: electrical system — 37 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018.
Campaign 18V576000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Campaign 19V184000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020.
Campaign 20V668000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 GMC Terrain — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (63 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (58 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (50 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V576000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V184000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V668000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 GMC Terrain reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 GMC Terrain is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Terrain?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Terrain have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.