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2022 GMC TerrainProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 83 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
83
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
2
TSBs
529
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 83 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

se apag el panel de control mientras conduca

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
2

blown crank seal

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Fuel SystemHIGH

33 owners reported fuel system issues — failures commonly reported around 49K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

9
0–30K
4
30–60K
7
60–90K
1
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (9 reports) • Median: 49K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Fuel System (33 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Fuel System33 (40%)
Engine11 (13%)
Drivetrain8 (10%)
Other8 (10%)
Electrical7 (8%)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump2 (2%)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/drive Module2 (2%)
Airbags1 (1%)

2022 GMC Terrain: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 40% of all reports filed for the 2022 GMC Terrain, with 33 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 49,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 49K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2022 GMC Terrain, with 11 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2022 GMC Terrain, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2022 GMC Terrain, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

9
24
40
25
34
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2022 GMC Terrain. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

22V724000Nov 2022

SEATS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver's seat may have a stripped or loose bolt at the seat frame height-adjust pivot.

23V339000Jun 2023

CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

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 Systems."

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2022 GMC Terrain NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the GMC Terrain is the 2011 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2022 GMC Terrain vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

83

Class avg

194

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles. A good sign.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 83 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2022 GMC Terrain: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2022 GMC Terrain?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2022 GMC Terrain is related to the fuel system, with 33 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2022 GMC Terrain reliable?
The 2022 GMC Terrain has 83 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How safe is the 2022 GMC Terrain?
NHTSA rates the 2022 GMC Terrain 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2022 GMC Terrain problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2022 GMC Terrain have any recalls?
Yes, the 2022 GMC Terrain has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do GMC Terrain problems start?
Based on 21 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 49,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2022 GMC Terrain data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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