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2017 GMC Terrain recalls and problems

1 recall and 135 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 GMC Terrain.

1
recalls
135
owner complaints
11
complaints mentioning a crash
2
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 GMC Terrain recalls

Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 22V137000 · reported March 8, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · 740,581 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 7, 2026 · Engine

Timing Chain driving, clanging noise while driving on I-475 expressway near Perrysburg exit

Sep 28, 2026 · Power train

I bought this 2017 used on … I have had to put 1 quart of oil in the car every 500 miles. Because it burns oil like crazy. And now at this point, the transmission has just quit. I believe they call it the drive train. I am taking it to D and D auto repair in […] on Thursday of this week. GMC knows about the drive…

Apr 22, 2026 · Electrical system

The head unit quit working around 98k. The head unit is the radio, and screen which includes the back up camera. From what we have been told and find online, this is a known problem with them and affects other models as well. For the most part the head unit doesn't work but once in a while, once a month, it comes on…

Mar 29, 2026 · Engine

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 vehicle stalls and dies. I…

Mar 18, 2026 · Visibility/wiper

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

Terrain model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2014 229772
2015 329991
2016 2153100
2017 1135112
2018 5226141
2019 318773
2020 219772

Across all years, the 2011 Terrain has the most complaints (386). All GMC Terrain years →

Questions

Does the 2017 GMC Terrain have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 GMC Terrain, the most recent reported on March 8, 2022 (Exterior lighting: headlights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Terrain?
Owners have filed 135 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (79 complaints), followed by power train (24).
How many 2017 GMC Terrain complaints mention a crash or fire?
11 of 135 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 7 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 7, 2026.