2011 GMC Terrain vs 2013 GMC Terrain
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 GMC Terrain | 2013 GMC Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 386 | 363 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,756 | 1,932 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Terrain | GMC Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 178 | 197 |
| Power Train | 76 | 44 |
| Visibility/wiper | 28 | 50 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 31 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 11 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 21 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 70 | 48 |
| Oil consumption | 38 | 70 |
| Check engine light | 30 | 36 |
| Hesitation / surging | 17 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 10 |
2011 GMC Terrain
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.