GMC Terrain: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 94 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2010–2026 (16) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2026 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | gmc-terrain-2026-wobble-shimmy-shake | Wobble, shimmy, or shake under acceleration | STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS | 5 | 2026-03 → 2026-07 | 24 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | gmc-terrain-2026-transmission-shift-fault | Transmission RPM surge and unexpected downshift | POWER TRAIN | 2 | 2026-02 → 2026-05 | 24 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | gmc-terrain-2026-brake-loss-failure | Loss of braking from master cylinder failure | SERVICE BRAKES | 3 | 2025-08 → 2026-06 | 24 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | gmc-terrain-2026-infotainment-telematics | Infotainment screen freeze and telematics module failure | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2025-08 → 2026-07 | 24 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | gmc-terrain-2026-false-collision-braking | False forward-collision alert with automatic braking | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 | 2025-12 → 2026-05 | 24 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | gmc-terrain-2026-vehicle-fire | Vehicle fire while parked or after collision | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 2026-03 → 2026-06 | 24 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | terrain-2024-transmission-failure | Transmission failure with loss of propulsion | POWER TRAIN | 14 | 2024-05 → 2026-06 | 46 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2024 | terrain-2024-fuel-pump-failure | Fuel pump failure and reduced engine power | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 11 | 2024-11 → 2026-06 | 46 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2024 | terrain-2024-infotainment-camera | Infotainment screen and rear camera malfunction | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 2025-06 → 2026-04 | 46 | 2026-07-16 |
| 2023 | terrain-2023-internal-engine-failure | Internal engine mechanical failure | ENGINE | 4 | 2025-01 → 2026-02 | 35 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2023 | terrain-2023-powertrain-shudder | Powertrain shudder and transmission slipping | POWER TRAIN | 2 | 2024-12 → 2026-04 | 35 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2023 | terrain-2023-sensor-detection-gaps | Blind spot and object-detection sensor gaps | LANE DEPARTURE | 2 | 2024-08 → 2024-08 | 35 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2023 | terrain-2023-fuel-pump-stall | Fuel pump stall and Engine Power Reduced warning | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 17 | 2024-01 → 2026-06 | 35 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2023 | terrain-2023-fuel-odor-leak | Raw fuel odor and fuel leakage | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 | 2025-03 → 2026-05 | 35 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2022 | terrain-2022-reduced-engine-power | Reduced engine power with charge-air cooler condensation | POWER TRAIN | 3 | 2024-01 → 2026-02 | 76 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2022 | terrain-2022-display-screen-blackout | Dashboard display blackout and backup camera loss | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2022-04 → 2026-05 | 76 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2022 | terrain-2022-engine-seizure | Engine seizure with piston and ring failure | ENGINE | 2 | 2025-01 → 2025-05 | 76 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2022 | terrain-2022-steering-wheel-lock | Steering wheel lock during right turns | STEERING | 2 | 2024-02 → 2024-02 | 76 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2022 | terrain-2022-sunroof-glass-implosion | Sunroof glass implosion | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 2022-05 → 2026-05 | 76 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2022 | terrain-2022-fuel-pump-module-stall | Fuel pump module failure causing stall and no-restart | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 36 | 2023-02 → 2026-06 | 76 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-brake-pedal-hardening | Brake pedal hardening and loss of braking ability | SERVICE BRAKES | 7 | 2021-07 → 2026-07 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-reduced-engine-power-turbo | Reduced engine power mode and turbocharger failure | ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER | 5 | 2025-07 → 2026-03 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-transmission-shudder-shift | Transmission shudder, erratic shifting, and gear selector faults | POWER TRAIN | 6 | 2021-07 → 2026-04 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-aeb-unintended-activation | Automatic emergency braking unintended activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 | 2023-05 → 2025-07 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-fuel-system-stall | Fuel system faults and vehicle stall | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, ENGINE | 3 | 2023-09 → 2025-04 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-infotainment-screen-blackout | Infotainment screen blackout and electrical system faults | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2021-12 → 2024-02 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | terrain-2021-water-intrusion-mold | Water intrusion into cabin and cargo areas | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 | 2025-08 → 2025-08 | 34 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-backup-camera-blue-screen | Backup camera blue-screen failure | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 11 | 2024-11 → 2026-06 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-sunroof-drainage-leak | Sunroof drainage leak causing interior water intrusion | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 | 2023-08 → 2026-08 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-brake-vacuum-pump-failure | Brake vacuum pump failure causing loss of braking | SERVICE BRAKES | 68 | 2020-09 → 2026-07 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-fuel-pump-control-module-stall | Fuel pump control module failure causing stalling | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 16 | 2023-03 → 2026-08 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-catastrophic-engine-failure | Catastrophic engine failure requiring replacement | ENGINE | 11 | 2021-11 → 2026-03 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-acceleration-hesitation | Intermittent hesitation to accelerate from a stop | POWER TRAIN | 11 | 2022-02 → 2026-08 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2020 | terrain-2020-infotainment-display-blackout | Instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2020-11 → 2025-12 | 189 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2019 | gmc-terrain-2019-transmission-shift-failure | Transmission shifts to neutral or park unexpectedly | POWER TRAIN | 37 | 2018-08 → 2026-07 | 179 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2019 | gmc-terrain-2019-backup-camera-blue-screen | Backup camera blue screen with rear vision system fault | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 16 | 2019-10 → 2026-05 | 179 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2019 | gmc-terrain-2019-sunroof-glass-shattering | Panoramic sunroof or window glass shatters while driving | VISIBILITY | 5 | 2019-03 → 2026-05 | 179 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2019 | gmc-terrain-2019-esc-abs-warning-lights | ESC, ABS, or Stabilitrak warning lights illuminate | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 8 | 2020-08 → 2025-02 | 179 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2019 | gmc-terrain-2019-vacuum-pump-brake-failure | Vacuum pump failure causing brake loss and engine damage | SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE | 67 | 2021-05 → 2026-08 | 179 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2019 | gmc-terrain-2019-turbo-charge-air-reduced-power | Turbocharger or charge-air intake failure reduces power | ENGINE | 7 | 2019-06 → 2026-06 | 179 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | gmc-terrain-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-failure | Brake vacuum pump failure and loss of braking | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 69 | 2020-06 → 2026-08 | 216 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2018 | gmc-terrain-2018-transmission-failure | Transmission failure and inability to shift | POWER TRAIN | 14 | 2018-11 → 2026-03 | 216 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2018 | gmc-terrain-2018-diesel-emissions-failure | Diesel DPF and catalytic converter failure | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 5 | 2021-12 → 2024-12 | 216 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2018 | gmc-terrain-2018-engine-stall-power-loss | Sudden engine stall or power loss | ENGINE | 12 | 2022-10 → 2026-01 | 216 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2018 | gmc-terrain-2018-infotainment-malfunction | Infotainment touchscreen and radio malfunction | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2019-01 → 2025-12 | 216 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2018 | gmc-terrain-2018-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment during collision | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2020-06 → 2026-03 | 216 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-rear-main-seal-pcv-freeze | Rear main seal failure from frozen PCV valve | ENGINE | 40 | 2022-01 → 2026-03 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-excessive-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption in 2.4L engine | ENGINE | 14 | 2021-08 → 2026-01 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-headlight-recall | Low-beam headlight illumination and recall delays | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2018-04 → 2025-05 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-infotainment-failure | Infotainment and back-up camera display failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION | 4 | 2019-05 → 2026-04 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain failure and engine stall | ENGINE | 9 | 2022-12 → 2026-02 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment during crash | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2018-03 → 2021-12 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2017 | gmc-terrain-2017-transmission-failure | Transmission failure and shuddering | POWER TRAIN | 7 | 2019-11 → 2024-10 | 133 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-oil-consumption-timing-chain | Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure | ENGINE | 37 | 2018-12 → 2026-08 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-wiper-failure-rain | Windshield wiper failure during rain | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 46 | 2018-11 → 2026-05 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-headlight-recall-parts | Headlight recall repair parts unavailable | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 9 | 2022-05 → 2023-02 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment in crash | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2016-10 → 2025-12 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-stabilitrak-power-loss | Loss of engine power with StabiliTrak warning | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 13 | 2016-06 → 2026-01 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-steering-lock-failure | Steering wheel lock and power steering failure | STEERING | 4 | 2018-04 → 2024-09 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2016 | gmc-terrain-2016-brake-failure-to-stop | Service brake failure to stop | SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2019-04 → 2025-09 | 152 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2015 | gmc-terrain-2015-wiper-failure-in-rain | Windshield wiper failure while driving in rain | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 59 | 2020-01 → 2022-10 | 315 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2015 | gmc-terrain-2015-headlight-recall-parts-delay | Exterior lighting recall parts unavailable | EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY | 17 | 2020-08 → 2023-12 | 315 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2015 | gmc-terrain-2015-liftgate-closes-unexpectedly | Powered liftgate closes unexpectedly while loading | STRUCTURE | 5 | 2022-05 → 2026-01 | 315 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2015 | gmc-terrain-2015-transfer-case-shudder | Transfer case failure and transmission shudder | POWER TRAIN | 7 | 2020-03 → 2022-06 | 315 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2015 | gmc-terrain-2015-engine-oil-timing-chain | Engine oil consumption and timing chain failure | ENGINE | 67 | 2020-01 → 2026-07 | 315 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2015 | gmc-terrain-2015-airbag-warning-sensor | Airbag warning light and sensor failure | AIR BAGS | 10 | 2020-06 → 2026-06 | 315 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | terrain-2014-oil-consumption-engine-failure | Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure | ENGINE | 75 | 2019-07 → 2026-02 | 301 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | terrain-2014-rear-main-seal-pcv-freeze | Rear main seal leak from frozen PCV valve | ENGINE | 15 | 2019-10 → 2024-09 | 301 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | terrain-2014-wiper-failure | Windshield wiper failure during rain | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 50 | 2019-09 → 2024-12 | 301 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | terrain-2014-headlight-illumination | Inadequate headlight illumination | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 15 | 2022-04 → 2024-07 | 301 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | terrain-2014-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear crashes | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2019-12 → 2023-08 | 301 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 52 | 2019-05 → 2025-08 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain failure | ENGINE | 26 | 2019-04 → 2025-02 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-pcv-rear-main-seal | Rear main seal leak from frozen PCV valve | ENGINE | 16 | 2019-04 → 2023-01 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-lighting-recall-parts | Exterior lighting recall parts unavailable | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 | 2021-08 → 2024-07 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-transfer-case-failure | Transfer case failure | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2019-08 → 2022-12 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-frame-corrosion | Frame and subframe corrosion | STRUCTURE | 4 | 2022-11 → 2026-08 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-stabilitrak-reduced-power | Stabilitrak warning with reduced engine power | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 11 | 2019-04 → 2024-07 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | terrain-2013-airbag-warning | Service airbag warning message | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2019-08 → 2023-08 | 369 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2012 | terrain-2012-wiper-motor-linkage-failure | Windshield wiper motor and linkage failure | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 35 | 2019-02 → 2023-09 | 370 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | terrain-2012-oil-consumption-engine-failure | Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure | ENGINE | 62 | 2019-03 → 2026-03 | 370 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | terrain-2012-stalling-loss-of-power | Engine stalling and sudden loss of power while driving | ENGINE | 14 | 2019-02 → 2026-06 | 370 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | terrain-2012-airbag-deployment-malfunction | Air bag deployment malfunction | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2019-06 → 2025-05 | 370 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2011 | terrain-2011-oil-consumption-timing-chain | Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure | ENGINE | 130 | 2018-05 → 2025-07 | 397 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | terrain-2011-wiper-motor-failure | Windshield wiper motor failure in rain | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 22 | 2018-06 → 2023-10 | 397 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | terrain-2011-headlight-recall-parts-delay | Headlight glare recall parts delay | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2022-04 → 2023-02 | 397 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | terrain-2011-transmission-failure-stalling | Transmission failure and stalling | POWER TRAIN | 12 | 2018-05 → 2023-09 | 397 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | terrain-2011-airbag-warning-deployment | Airbag warning light and deployment failure | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2018-07 → 2022-06 | 397 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | gmc-terrain-2010-transmission-failure | Transmission slipping and failure to engage gears | POWER TRAIN | 21 | 2015-09 → 2023-11 | 295 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | gmc-terrain-2010-hvac-defroster-failure | HVAC and defroster inoperative with instrument panel fault | VISIBILITY | 16 | 2015-09 → 2025-12 | 295 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | gmc-terrain-2010-wiper-linkage-failure | Windshield wiper linkage separation during operation | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 24 | 2016-02 → 2024-01 | 295 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | gmc-terrain-2010-stabilitrak-power-reduction | StabiliTrak warning with reduced engine power at speed | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 13 | 2015-08 → 2025-12 | 295 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | gmc-terrain-2010-timing-chain-oil-consumption | Timing chain wear and excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 51 | 2015-09 → 2025-12 | 295 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | gmc-terrain-2010-dashboard-cracking-airbag | Dashboard cracking near airbag panel | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2017-04 → 2020-07 | 295 | 2026-09-07 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — GMC Terrain [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc/terrain
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_gmc_terrain_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: GMC Terrain},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc/terrain}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}hub · known-issues · methodology · license · research (interpretation)