Severe Issues

2025 GMC TERRAIN Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Gmc Terrain. This model year has 9 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Electrical Faults.

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Crashes
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Fires
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Injuries
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Deaths
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Recalls

Model-Year Complaints

9 owner reports

Recall Campaigns

0 NHTSA campaigns

Top Failure Area

Electrical Faults

Worst 2025 Gmc Terrain Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
3
complaints

Electrical Faults

#2
2
complaints

Steering Defects

#3
2
complaints

Suspension Failures

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AI Interpretation β€” 2025 Gmc Terrain

Low Confidence
AI interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on 9 NHTSA complaints for the 2025 GMC Terrain, issues appear concentrated in electrical faults, steering, suspension, brakes, transmission, and engine. There is one crash-related complaint, but the low sample size limits confidence.

πŸ“Š Key Findings
  • Electrical faults are the most reported component with 3 complaints.
  • Steering defects, suspension failures, brake system, transmission/drivetrain, and engine problems each have 2 complaints.
  • Only one model year (2025) is analyzed, so year-over-year trends cannot be assessed.
⚠️ Top Concerns
  • Electrical faults
  • Steering defects
  • Suspension failures
βœ… Before You Buy β€” Checklist
  • Inspect electrical system for faults.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for steering, suspension, brakes, transmission, and engine.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. The sample size of 9 complaints is very small, making patterns unreliable. Only one model year is included, limiting trend analysis.

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Gmc Terrain. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Electrical Faults3β€”β€”β€”
Steering Defects2β€”β€”β€”
Suspension Failures2β€”β€”β€”
Brake System2β€”β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain21β€”β€”
Engine Problems2β€”β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues11β€”β€”
Hydraulic1β€”β€”β€”
Structural Problems1β€”β€”β€”
Lane Departure1β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1β€”β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper1β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Gmc Terrain. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

Showing 9 most recent complaints

Steering DefectsApr 1, 2026

My SUV pulls hard to the right when braking at speeds above 50 mph and much more on the interstates at 65 mph and above. I first experienced this after three weeks of ownership on a drive up I-95 on a trip to NC. It has happened numerous times while traveling on the interstates a…

Transmission / DrivetrainπŸ’₯ CrashFeb 13, 2026

Vehicle did not go into park when the ignition was turned off. Car started to roll while passenger was getting out of the vehicle as another vehicle was parking beside us. The other vehicle could not avoid our rolling vehicle. Passenger had to quickly sit down to avoid being hit.…

Brake SystemFeb 9, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 40 MPH on wet roads, the brake pedal was depressed, but the brake pedal was stiff, preventing the vehicle from slowing down as intended. There were several unknown warning lights…

Electrical FaultsJan 19, 2026

Vehicle wouldn’t unlock/start with primary key fob or secondary key fob. Tried manual entry with both key fobs still could not enter.

Structural ProblemsJan 6, 2026

Top of roof pops when you shut car door, Leaking either transmission fluid or oil, Left turn signal doesn't stay engaged when turning, Side mirror warning lights randomly go off when no car is around. Car is not shifting correctly when driving

Visibility/WiperAug 28, 2025

I just purchased a brand new 2025 Terrain. The entire windshield is defective. The glass is distorted and causing visual impairment. It is VERY unsafe. I have contacted the dealership multiple times and have not yet received a response.

Transmission / DrivetrainAug 20, 2025

Incident 1: Pulled out from stop sign car made funny noises, light came on said it couldn't shift to drive. Had towed to dealer. They said couldn't find issue except it was quart and a half low of transmission fluid. The car had approx 3,500 miles on it. Incident 2: For about two…

Steering DefectsJul 4, 2025

When driving down the interstate the vehicle sways and makes steering challenging. Potential lack of control when hitting bumps on road at highway speeds. Taken to the dealership that sold the vehicle. They confirmed the issue. No warnings lights or notifications at this time.

Electrical FaultsMay 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2025 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment system displayed a blank screen. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road into a gas station and turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the infotainment…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Gmc Terrain.

Recalls for 2025 Gmc Terrain

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Gmc Terrain. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.

2025 Gmc Terrain β€” FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2025 Gmc Terrain reliable?β–Ύ

Severe Issues. The 2025 Gmc Terrain has 9 NHTSA owner complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (3 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Gmc Terrain?β–Ύ

#1: Electrical Faults (3 complaints). #2: Steering Defects (2 complaints). #3: Suspension Failures (2 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Gmc Terrain?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2025 Gmc Terrain?β–Ύ

The 2025 Gmc Terrain has 1 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 9 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2025 Gmc Terrain have any recalls?β–Ύ

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2025 Gmc Terrain in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2025 Gmc Terrain?β–Ύ

The 2025 Gmc Terrain has severe issues β€” review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Gmc Terrain reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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