Worst 2014 GMC Terrain Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Wipers & Visibility
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 GMC Terrain.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 123 | — | — | 87,709 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 74 | — | 1 | 80,327 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 31 | — | — | 54,253 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 29 | — | — | 50,743 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 15 | — | 1 | 29,497 mi | |
| Fuel System | 15 | — | — | 62,757 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 5 | 1 | 55,478 mi | |
| Visibility | 11 | — | — | 58,081 mi | |
| Brakes | 9 | — | — | 45,025 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | — | — | 64,357 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 94,800 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | 1 | — | 63,506 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Chain/Belt | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 GMC Terrain
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,422,090 vehicles.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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2014 GMC Terrain — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2014 GMC Terrain reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full GMC Terrain reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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