2016 GMC Terrain vs 2018 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 | 2016 GMC Terrain | 2018 GMC Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 150 | 215 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,230 | 1,343 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–26 | 23–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,000 mi | 22,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Terrain | GMC Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 45 | 51 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 66 |
| Power Train | 11 | 41 |
| Visibility/wiper | 46 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 12 |
| Steering | 6 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 15 |
| Oil consumption | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 25 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2016 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.