2023 GMC Terrain
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
- 41
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Fuel/propulsion system
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
39% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 41 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 290 |
| 2011 | 386 |
| 2012 | 364 |
| 2013 | 365 |
| 2014 | 296 |
| 2015 | 299 |
| 2016 | 153 |
| 2017 | 135 |
| 2018 | 222 |
| 2019 | 186 |
| 2020 | 196 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 53 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 32 |
| 2027 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel/propulsion system
39% · 16 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I purchased this vehicle two weeks ago. It was my first time driving it since I bought it home from the dealer. I was on the highway driving about 55 mph in the left lane.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-20
Engine
37% · 15 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My 2023 GMC Terrain has experienced two separate incidents of complete loss of motive power/engine propulsion while being driven.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-01
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated and failed to properly accelerate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-05
Also filed under Power train and fuel system, gasoline
Power train
20% · 8 reportsElectrical system
17% · 7 reportsFuel system, gasoline
15% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing injectors.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-01-24Air bags22V929000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger presence system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
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2023-06-02Child seat23V339000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 GMC Terrain — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V929000 · Air bags
- Recall 23V339000 · Child seat
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- Is the 2023 GMC Terrain reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 GMC Terrain is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Terrain?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 GMC Terrain have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.