2024 GMC Terrain

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

Expert Verdict
⚠️Elevated Concerns

The 2024 GMC Terrain exhibits a concerning reliability profile with one recall focused on door strikers, which may lead to unexpected door openings. The average complaint rate suggests potential early issues, particularly within the initial mileage range.

Key Factor:Structure-related concerns

πŸ“‹Why This Matters

The recall involving the door strikers is significant as it poses a safety risk where doors may unintentionally open while driving. This defect is critical for passenger safety and vehicle integrity. Additionally, the relatively high number of complaints in conjunction with this recall indicates that some owners have experienced multiple issues early in their ownership, which is a red flag in the compact SUV segment where reliability is often paramount.

Focus Area:Safety Profile
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Expert Analysis

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    Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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    Primary Risk Area:Warning
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    Vs Brand: Better than avg (1.6)
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    Summary: Given the number of complaints relative to its age, the 2024 GMC Terrain's reliability trajectory appears to be below expectations for new models in this class. Typically, one would anticipate fewer issues early on; however, this model shows signs of early development flaws that could compromise user confidence.

Safety & Reliability Score

91/100

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-8
Complaint Impact-1.35
Investigation Impact-0

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2024 GMC Terrain

Model Year2024
MakeGMC
ModelTerrain
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

Jan24
NEWProduction
Jan24
RECALLRecall Issued
May24
ISSUEFirst Report

Consumer Complaint Analysis

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Most Reported Issue

9 complaints (33% of total)
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Complaint Trend

Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents

No critical incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Breakdown of 27 consumer complaints by severity level.

🟠High
3(11%)
🟑Medium
5(19%)
🟒Low
19(70%)

Mileage Failure Analysis

βš™οΈEngineering Insight

The peak failure range of 0-20k miles highlights a critical window for potential owners; problems are occurring quite early in vehicle ownership. This suggests that buyers should remain vigilant regarding any structural integrity issues during this phase to avoid safety risks.

πŸ“Š Mileage data extracted from 10 of 27 complaints (37% coverage)
0-20k
7 reports (70%)
20k-40k
2 reports (20%)
40k-60k
1 reports (10%)
60k-80k
0 reports (0%)
80k-100k
0 reports (0%)
100k+
0 reports (0%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.

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Primary Risk Areas

STRUCTURE

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

1

Door Strikers

Issue: Potential fracturing leading to unexpected door openings.

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Inspect door strikers immediately and check for recalls or dealer notifications.

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Verify recall status and confirm repairs have been completed before purchasing.

Campaign:23V519000
πŸ’‘Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your GMC dealer to verify recall completion status.

Official Safety Recalls (1)

Campaign: 23V869000

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Summary

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.

Consequence

A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

NHTSA Investigations

0 investigations
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No active investigations for this vehicle.

Consumer Complaints

27 total complaints

Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2024 Terrain.

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Warning33%
Acceleration Issues22%
Check Engine Light7%
Display7%
Stall7%
Engine/PowertrainπŸ”΅ Low
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

The contact owns a 2024 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. The check engine and transmission warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact's wife attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the gear shifter failed to move from neutral(N) and remained in Low Power Mode. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and DTC: P0700 and P073E were retrieved. In addition, the contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: PIP5974E; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,766.

OtherπŸ”΅ Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The rear camera is displaying the top of the license plate! It wasn’t doing it when I first purchased the car. Dealer states it is normal. I do not agree.

Engine/PowertrainπŸ”΅ Low
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

FUEL PUMP WENT OUT AT 42K MILES.

Safety SystemsπŸ”Ά Medium
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

My wife and I took our new vehicle on a 7k mile road trip this summer. Two times while on the freeway around 70 MPH, the sensors went wild. The cars auto break came on and red lights and collision warnings went off in the seat and the HUD. The vehicle slowed down to about 35 immediately! Then everything turned off and we sped back went down the road like nothing happened. Luckily there was no behind us or in front of us for a good distance. The thing is during both of the there was a car in the lane next to us at our 1 or 2 o'clock position. Perhaps the sensors. Mistakingly thought we were about to hit that car. Can these seniors be adjusted?

Engine/PowertrainπŸ”΅ Low
POWER TRAIN

I purchased a new 2024 GMC Terrain in March 2024. At the time of the incident the mileage was approximately 18,000 miles. On [XXX], as I was driving on a MA state highway, the car lost power with no warning. I was able to "coast" into a parking lot where I contacted OnStar; a flatbed tow truck was dispatched and the car was towed to the local dealership where it was purchased. At this time, the car is still at the dealer as I was informed by dealer service consultant that it's a "massive" transmission job and parts were on back order from GMC for over three weeks. I specifically purchased this vehicle to be safe on my monthly trips to NY to visit grandchild. I no longer feel safe in this vehicle and have no guarantee this won't happen again. The fact that the transmission failed in 1 yr. old car at 18,000 miles is of great concern to me. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

ElectricalπŸ”΅ Low
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

a little over two weeks ago we were going to sidney to get groceries. it was hot that day so we turned the a/c on. fog started coming out of the vents, it looked like we turned on a fog machine! a few days later we were going to town, my daughter got in and the whole driver's side floor was full of water. there was so much of it we had to get the shop vac out to suck it up. I called the dealer where we purchased it from because it still under warranty. their shop guy was out for the week so they scheduled me an appt for the following week. by this time my speakers aren't working, my signal lights dont make any sounds when I use them and the floor is soaked again. on August 5th we took the car into high plains and left it. they said they worked on it for 4 hours and fixed the problem, some drain line was plugged with sludge and so the water knocked out a module or amp. I thot everything would be covered but then they said I'd have to pay because all of a sudden a mouse had causes that line to get plugged. I asked them for pictures because im turning it into my insurance company, and they said they would send them. they never have I requested the pictures 2x, once with Patrick the shop manager and then with Jeff presser, owner. Still today, nothing. Meanwhile yesterday here comes all the water on the floor again. We use this vehicle to haul my grandson to his therapies and medical appointments. he [XXX]. Now were worried that mold has started growing because even though were sucking up the water, the floor pad and carpet are still wet. I went online and have seen numerous people complaining about the same issue for years with these GMC Terrains, why hasnt there been a recall or national warning on this faulty problem? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

OtherπŸ”΅ Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Vehicle shimmies upon acceleration from a stopped position.

Engine/PowertrainπŸ”΅ Low
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

car quit while driving could not control stopped across 2 lanes of highway almost was hit by big truck. Car would not start or go into neutral. When car almost started i put it into neutral and was pushed off of highway. dealer towed car and replaced fuel module at 25423 miles.

OtherπŸ”΅ Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

infotainment system safety issues. I have video. Multiple times per week when starting the car and backing the rear camera engages. When placing car in drive the rear camera never shuts off, the sound volume doesn't work, the entire infotainment system completely malfunctions. The safety is when attempting to function the controls the volume will turn up and not able to turn it down, the screen flashes and the infotainment systems controls on the steering wheel do NOT function. I've had it to the dealer and they indicate PIC6591A from March 3rd 2025 is logged. When contacting GMC corporate they refuse to give any information. The PIC spans across many GMC vehicles including 2019 models. Why hasn't this been addressed? My son drives a 2024 Chevy Trax and this car has no issues like the my car does. His car also doesn't have the transmission/gear shift buttons like the 2024 terrain does. Anyone else having issues with the GMC infotainment systems, black screen, malfunction? I have video.

Safety SystemsπŸ”΅ Low
AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2024 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Service Vehicle Soon" message was displayed, and the air bag warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are common issues reported for the 2024 GMC Terrain?

Common issues reported for the 2024 GMC Terrain primarily include concerns regarding structural components such as door strikers, which can fracture and lead to doors opening unexpectedly. This issue has resulted in one official recall and multiple complaints from owners highlighting potential quality control problems during manufacturing.

How does the reliability of the 2024 GMC Terrain compare to other compact SUVs?

The reliability of the 2024 GMC Terrain currently appears concerning when compared to other compact SUVs. While many competitors typically report fewer early-stage defects, this model experiences a notable number of complaints shortly after purchase, indicating that prospective buyers should exercise caution.

πŸ“ŠYear-over-Year Context

➑️Stable Pattern

Compared to earlier years, the 2024 model shows stable reliability patterns. No meaningful structural change detected in recall frequency between adjacent model years.

🧭What This Means for You

Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Immediate Action: If any recalls are listed as 'incomplete', contact a certified GMC service centerβ€”repairs are performed at no cost to you.
  • Unaddressed recalls pose real-world risks. Prioritize scheduling any pending repairs to maintain vehicle integrity.
  • Proactive tip: Enroll in GMC's owner notification program for real-time safety updates.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request the VIN from the seller and verify the 'Clean' recall status via NHTSA.
  • This specific Terrain year is noted for its strong reliability foundations.

This page is designed to help you decide, not alarm you.

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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: February 23, 2026.