2013 GMC Terrain vs 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 GMC Terrain | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 363 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,932 | 291 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 25–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Terrain | Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 197 | 35 |
| Power Train | 44 | 21 |
| Visibility/wiper | 50 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 4 |
| Steering | 14 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 70 | 6 |
| Stalling | 48 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 36 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
2013 GMC Terrain
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
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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.