2024 GMC Terrain Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Terrain years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 13th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 GMC Terrain. That ranks 13th out of 17 Terrain model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (22 complaints, 42%), typically at around 3,787 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 52owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2024 GMC Terrain problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 22 | 42% | 3,787 | — | — |
| Engine | 11 | 21% | 6,766 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 11 | 21% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 4% | 32,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 10 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2024 GMC Terrain recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:body:door
Problem: 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.
Risk: A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I am reporting a recurring backup camera malfunction in my 2024 GMC Terrain AT4. Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced repeated instances in which the rearview camera display goes completely black when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. This prevents me from seeing the camera image…
GMC Adaptive learning transmission problems that lead to safety concerns, emissions reduction in MPG, and increased wear of the transmission. Regarding GMâs 9T45 automatic 9 speed transmission. Problem: - The GM Adaptive learning of the transmission does not have safe guards in place to prevent…
The Electric Power Steering (EPS) gear assembly / rack and pinion failed completely. Yes, the component is available for inspection upon request; it is currently located at the servicing dealership. A total failure of the steering gear assembly caused immediate loss of power steering assist, making…
Factory powertrain programming actively locks out 9th gear (overdrive) during freeway driving at speeds exceeding 60â65 mph. The vehicle refuses to upshift from 8th to 9th gear, forcing sustained high-RPM operation during standard highway cruising.
The rear access closes on its own after sitting open for a period of time. I was sitting at grocery pick up with the access open. This caused it to close on worker at grocery pick up. It stayed closed and I had to hit the button to open it back it did not auto go back up when it couldnât close.
Other GMC Terrain years
← 2023 Terrain · 2025 Terrain →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Terrain | 33 | 1 |
| 2025 Terrain | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 | 52 | 1 |
| 2023 Terrain | 40 | 2 |
| 2022 Terrain | 60 | 2 |
| 2021 Terrain | 36 | 2 |
| 2020 Terrain | 197 | 2 |
| 2019 Terrain | 186 | 3 |
| 2018 Terrain | 223 | 5 |
| 2017 Terrain | 135 | 1 |
| 2016 Terrain | 152 | 2 |
| 2015 Terrain | 298 | 3 |
| 2014 Terrain | 297 | 2 |
| 2013 Terrain | 364 | 3 |
| 2012 Terrain | 364 | 4 |
| 2011 Terrain | 386 | 4 |
| 2010 Terrain | 290 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 GMC Terrain?
Owners most often report power train, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 22 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2024 GMC Terrain?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2024 GMC Terrain a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Terrain model years, the 2024 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.