Worst 2017 GMC Terrain Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Airbags
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 GMC Terrain.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 77 | — | 1 | 80,468 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 23 | — | — | 56,116 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 9 | 1 | 36,831 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | 1 | 1 | 32,833 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | — | — | 37,000 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | 4 | — | 42,300 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Driver | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Seals/Gaskets | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 GMC Terrain
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~740,581 vehicles.
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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2017 GMC Terrain — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 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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