Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 3.0× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
290Complaints
3Recalls
10Crashes
0Fires
12Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Engine (36.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Engine complaints here are 3.0× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Engine
107 · 36.9%
not available
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Electrical System
47 · 16.2%
not available
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Power Train
47 · 16.2%
not available
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Visibility/wiper
40 · 13.8%
not available
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Air Bags
21 · 7.2%
not available
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
21 · 7.2%
not available
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Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 290 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
DRIVING WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING DEFROST SYSTEM CAN DECREASE YOUR VISIBILITY UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“I HAVE HAD MY VEHICLE CHECKED TWICE THIS YEAR REGARDING THE LOUD EXHAUST NOISE AND THE STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM MY VEHICLE. THEY SAID…”NHTSA complaint 10807299 — filed 11/28/2015 · ENGINE
“THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME I DRIVE. IT IS LIKE MY CAR IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL. IT WILL STALL WHEN WE ARE DRIVING SLOW AND…”NHTSA complaint 10762702 — filed 09/09/2015 · ENGINE
“THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP 4 TIMES FOR THIS PROBLEM ONLY TO HAVE THE DEALERSHIP FIX EVERYTHING BUT THE TIMING CHAIN NOW WE…”NHTSA complaint 10760636 — filed 09/01/2015 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 GMC Terrain?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 107 of 290 NHTSA complaints (36.9%), followed by electrical system (47), power train (47), visibility/wiper (40). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2010 GMC Terrain have?
290 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 10 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 12 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2010 GMC Terrain have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 14V447000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2010 GMC Terrain's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
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