2026 GMC Terrain

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2026 GMC Terrain
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:14:44.402Z

Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Terrain Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2026 highlighted. 2010: 290 complaints 2010 2011: 386 complaints 2012: 364 complaints 2013: 363 complaints 2013 2014: 296 complaints 2015: 295 complaints 2016: 149 complaints 2016 2017: 133 complaints 2018: 212 complaints 2019: 177 complaints 2019 2020: 179 complaints 2021: 33 complaints 2022: 48 complaints 2022 2023: 35 complaints 2024: 45 complaints 2025: 12 complaints 2025 2026: 22 complaints 2026
2026: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
2010290
2011386
2012364
2013363
2014296
2015295
2016149
2017133
2018212
2019177
2020179
202133
202248
202335
202445
202512
202622

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

4 of 22 total reports mention: wheels.

POWER TRAIN

4 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

SUSPENSION

3 of 22 total reports mention: suspension.

STEERING

3 of 22 total reports mention: steering.

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes.

Show complaint excerpts

Master cylinder , less then 1000 miles was pulling out of a parking lot and the brakes went out

NHTSA ODI report, 20250806

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20260416 — equipment

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Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.

Campaign 26V114000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2026 GMC Terrain — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V114000 (equipment) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2021 ▲ 2023 ▲ 2024

WORST YEARS

■ 2011 ■ 2012 ■ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2026 GMC Terrain reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 GMC Terrain?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 GMC Terrain have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.