NHTSA & EPA data · updated November 2, 2026

2025 GMC Terrain recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 GMC Terrain and 13 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are power train (4), electrical system (4), service brakes (3). EPA-rated fuel economy is 25–27 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Terrain model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 2.2 per model year.

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Recalls 0

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 GMC Terrain. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 GMC Terrain.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Power train4
Electrical system4
Service brakes3
Steering3
Forward collision avoidance2
Wheels2
Unknown or other2
Suspension2

By the numbers

13owner complaints filed
2involved a crash
0involved a fire
1injuries reported

Recent owner reports

08/29/2026 · Power train,service brakes,forward collision avoidance

Two problems with this vehicle: 1) Transmission occasionally slips on the 2-3 shift which the dealer says he cannot duplicate. Vehicle was brought in four times for this problem. According to the dealer GM corporate has stated the transmission is working within normal parameters, since no codes were found. 2) Vehicle auto braking randomly slams on the brakes with nothing in its…

06/25/2026 · Steering,air bags,wheels

I was driving north on [XXX] when I felt a slight pull to the right. I figured it was my lane assist even though I was in my lane. Seconds later it felt like if someone was in my passenger seat and just yanked my steering wheel to the right hitting the guardrail. My whole tire and the assembly was off but everything was still intact to the tire. The tie rods, axle, ball joints,…

05/12/2026 · Electrical system,vehicle speed control,unknown or other

OnStar module not working

Safety ratings

2025 GMC Terrain SUV AWD

OverallNot rated
Frontal crashNot rated
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

2025 GMC Terrain SUV FWD

OverallNot rated
Frontal crashNot rated
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 GMC Terrain.

Terrain AWD

Auto 8-spd · 4 cyl · 1.5 L · Turbo

24city
28hwy
25combined

Regular

Terrain FWD

Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.5 L · Turbo

26city
28hwy
27combined

Regular

Other model years

Compare every GMC Terrain year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Terrain have?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 GMC Terrain. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 GMC Terrain?

Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are power train (4), electrical system (4), service brakes (3).

Is the 2025 GMC Terrain safe?

NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2025 GMC Terrain.

Is the 2025 a good year for the GMC Terrain?

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Terrain model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 2.2 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2025 GMC Terrain get?

EPA ratings for the 2025 GMC Terrain range from 25 to 27 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: TERRAIN, Terrain.

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