2024 GMC Terrain recalls and problems

1 recall and 53 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 GMC Terrain.

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recalls
53
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2024 GMC Terrain recalls

Structure: body, door

NHTSA campaign 23V869000 · reported December 21, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · 265 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.
The risk
A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.

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 21, 2026 · Power train · 11,050 miles

The contact owned 2024 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while stopped, the gear shifter independently shifted from drive(D) to park(P). The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle several times and the vehicle operated normally. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and…

Oct 2, 2026 · Electrical system

I am reporting a recurring backup camera malfunction in my 2024 GMC Terrain AT4. Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced repeated instances in which the rearview camera display goes completely black when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. This prevents me from seeing the camera image while backing up. The…

Oct 2, 2026 · Power train

GMC Adaptive learning transmission problems that lead to safety concerns, emissions reduction in MPG, and increased wear of the transmission. Regarding GM’s 9T45 automatic 9 speed transmission. Problem: - The GM Adaptive learning of the transmission does not have safe guards in place to prevent unsafe sift patterns…

Oct 1, 2026 · Steering

The Electric Power Steering (EPS) gear assembly / rack and pinion failed completely. Yes, the component is available for inspection upon request; it is currently located at the servicing dealership. A total failure of the steering gear assembly caused immediate loss of power steering assist, making the vehicle…

Sep 1, 2026 · Power train

Factory powertrain programming actively locks out 9th gear (overdrive) during freeway driving at speeds exceeding 60–65 mph. The vehicle refuses to upshift from 8th to 9th gear, forcing sustained high-RPM operation during standard highway cruising.

Terrain model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 23640
2022 26000
2023 24121
2024 15311
2025 01320
2026 13312
2027 0110

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

Questions

Does the 2024 GMC Terrain have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 GMC Terrain, the most recent reported on December 21, 2023 (Structure: body, door). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 GMC Terrain?
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (23 complaints), followed by engine (11).
How many 2024 GMC Terrain complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 53 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 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 21, 2026.