2021 GMC Terrain
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 GMC Terrain is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.
2021 GMC Terrain at a glance
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2021 GMC Terrain recalls 2
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.
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 N21234…
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 Syste…
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 Chev…
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.
2021 GMC Terrain common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2021 GMC Terrain MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 GMC Terrain costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2021 GMC Terrain trims & engines on record
2021 GMC Terrain vehicles on record
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2021 GMC Terrain — frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 GMC Terrain have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 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 2021 GMC Terrain?
Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, engine and engine cooling.
What gas mileage does the 2021 GMC Terrain get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 GMC Terrain at about 27 mpg combined (25 city / 29 highway).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.