2016 GMC Terrain vs 2016 Hyundai Tucson
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 | 2016 GMC Terrain | 2016 Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 150 | 1,615 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,230 | 167 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–26 | 23–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,000 mi | 32,874 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Terrain | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 516 |
| Engine | 45 | 422 |
| Structure | 3 | 227 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 213 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 157 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 111 |
| Visibility/wiper | 46 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 55 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 143 |
| Oil consumption | 10 | 78 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 61 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 80 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 77 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 181 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 46 |
| Overheating | 0 | 27 |
2016 GMC Terrain
2016 Hyundai Tucson
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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.