The 2017 GMC Terrain has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 740,581 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 181 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
Consequence
The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install headlamp appliques, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222363740.
Complaints by component
ENGINE
77
1fires
POWER TRAIN
23
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
20
3crashes2injuries
AIR BAGS
11
9crashes1fires6injuries
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
8
1crashes1fires
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
7
STRUCTURE:BODY
6
4crashes2injuries
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
4
SEAT BELTS
4
1crashes
VISIBILITY/WIPER
3
Total complaints181
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“Have had to replace the vvt solenoids several times within a year spam. Had to replace the rear main seal because it blew out due to carbon build up. Having issues with excessive oil consumption. Now the vehicle just started with: going from a stop position to accelerating at low speeds the…”
“Wiper blades transmission plastic parts keep popping or breaking this is the third time this has happened at a cost of $350. Why would you use plastic parts for this knowing that it will break easily? Who can afford to keep replacing this? 12”
“The contact owns a 2017 gmc terrain. The contact stated that after the vehicle was taken to a local car wash, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the residence; however, the next day, the vehicle hesitated while starting. The…”
“I had a message flash that said the power to the engine was reduce. Next message said check stabilink ( or something similar).. It said drive with caution. I live 2 mins from my job I drove home and pulled in the driveway I then felt the car act like it wanted to shake. This was on 2-10-26 I…”
“I had a message flash that said the power to the engine was reduce. Next message said check stabilink ( or something similar).. It said drive with caution. I live 2 mins from my job I drove home and pulled in the driveway I then felt the car act like it wanted to shake. This was on 2-10-26 I…”
“I had a message flash that said the power to the engine was reduce. Next message said check stabilink ( or something similar).. It said drive with caution. I live 2 mins from my job I drove home and pulled in the driveway I then felt the car act like it wanted to shake. This was on 2-10-26 I…”
“On january 31, 2026, while driving on the highway, my 2017 gmc terrain suddenly began shaking as if it was going to stall. Thankfully, I managed to exit the interstate before the vehicle lost power. Luckily, when this happened, it "only" blocked traffic on a side road. The terrain was towed to my…”
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FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2017 GMC Terrain as of
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