Model year guide

2019 GMC Terrain

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 GMC Terrain is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 46 on record.

2019 GMC Terrain — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 GMC Terrain at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints175
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$24,336

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2019 GMC Terrain recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper NHTSA Campaign #18V576000 · 30/08/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #20V668000 · 29/10/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet custo…

Seats NHTSA Campaign #19V184000 · 07/03/2019

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. 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 N192209550.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2019 GMC Terrain common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 175 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2019 GMC Terrain MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,667

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2019 GMC Terrain worth?

Low
$21,695
Typical price
$24,336
High
$29,987

From 42 comparable 2019 GMC Terrain listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 GMC Terrain costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,335
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,750
Total$17,085
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($24,336) with the same model 5 model-years older ($20,566), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 GMC Terrain trims & engines on record

Trims
SLT · SLE · Denali
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl

2019 GMC Terrain vehicles on record

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2019 GMC Terrain — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 GMC Terrain have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 GMC Terrain. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Terrain?

Based on 175 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2019 GMC Terrain get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 GMC Terrain at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 32 highway).

How much is a 2019 GMC Terrain worth?

Comparable 2019 GMC Terrain listings run roughly $21,695–$29,987, typically around $24,336 (from 42 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.