2012 GMC Terrain vs 2014 GMC Terrain
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 GMC Terrain | 2014 GMC Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 364 | 296 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,842 | 1,696 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,050 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Terrain | GMC Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 169 | 123 |
| Visibility/wiper | 74 | 74 |
| Power Train | 37 | 33 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 31 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 28 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 17 |
| Visibility | 8 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 66 | 30 |
| Stalling | 47 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 35 | 25 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 8 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2012 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.