2025 GMC Terrain Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2025 GMC Terrain, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
13
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns for the 2025 Terrain and 13 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is electrical system, with 4 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- WHEELS2
- SUSPENSION2
- ENGINE2
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
- SERVICE BRAKES2
2025 Terrain Recall Records
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NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year. This is not a clean bill of health or a VIN check.
Check Your VIN at NHTSA2025 Terrain Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIT6471A | Oct 29, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary Information is to inform technicians to not replace any parts at this time and to use the work around provided. When a fix is available, this PI will be updated… | 11039139 |
| PIP6141 | Oct 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with no drive and or no reverse and a SES light on with code/s current/history P07E5 and or P073E and engineering is working o… | 11039127 |
| PIT6368F | Oct 24, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener and to replace the opener with a new updated part. | 11038744 |
| Infotainment 2026.4 | Oct 20, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • More responsive map controls when switching views • Trailer Theft Alert settings are saved between drives • More reliable access to on-screen controls for temperature, f… | 11038815 |
| PIP6138 | Oct 17, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates the potential for shudder and all cylinder misfire concerns on RPO LSD | 11038595 |
| PIT6556 | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary Information, describes a condition where the HVAC will make noise when changing modes while HVAC is warm. Engineering is aware and no fix available at the time. | 11038588 |
| PIT6555 | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information describes an issue where the fuel pump makes a loud noise that engineering is currently investigating. | 11038584 |
| Update Gateway 2026.3 | Oct 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This update contains a required software change to help improve the overall software update and diagnostics process. | 11037755 |
| Telematics 2026.3 | Oct 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • Improved eCall system performance | 11037754 |
| PIT6457C | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to… | 11038136 |
| PIC6540K | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11038132 |
| PIT6368E | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener. Engineering is working on a new module. | 11037797 |
| PIT5698F | Sep 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | 11037555 |
| PIC6629F | Sep 10, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display | 11037320 |
| PIP4902W | Sep 4, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | 11037253 |
| PIT6542A | Sep 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information addresses a clunk noise in the front suspension traced to the control arm bushings. | 11037259 |
| PIT6542 | Aug 31, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information addresses a clunk noise in the front suspension traced to the control arm bushings. | 11037109 |
| PIT6503E | Aug 27, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongo… | 11036709 |
| PIT6541 | Aug 27, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication | 11036690 |
| PIT6503D | Aug 21, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongo… | 11036400 |
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