2021 GMC Terrain recalls and problems
The 2021 GMC Terrain has 2 safety recalls and 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 GMC Terrain vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 GMC Terrain recalls
Recall 23V-339: Child Seat
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk: The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.
Recall 21V-612: Tires
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.
Risk: Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.
2021 GMC Terrain problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | |
| Power Train | 8 | |
| Service Brakes | 8 | |
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 78,843 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2021 GMC Terrain complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other GMC Terrain years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 GMC Terrain have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 GMC Terrain: 23V-339 (child seat), 21V-612 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 GMC Terrain?
Owners report engine problems most often (10 reports), followed by power train (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 78,843 miles.
Are GMC recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.