2015 GMC Terrain Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 316 owner complaints for the 2015 GMC Terrain. The EPA rates it 19 to 26 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
316
Crashes / fires reported
10 / 1
EPA combined
19–26 MPG

2015 GMC Terrain recalls

  • VisibilityMar 17, 2022 · NHTSA 22V165000+

    Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. 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 N212352530.

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.

  • Exterior LightingMar 8, 2022 · NHTSA 22V137000+

    Risk: The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

    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.

    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."

  • Air BagsOct 16, 2015 · NHTSA 15V666000+

    Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

    Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2015 GMC Terrain problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Visibility/Wiper102
  • Engine81
  • Electrical System35
  • Exterior Lighting30
  • Power Train26
  • Unknown or Other22
  • Visibility20
  • Air Bags16

2015 GMC Terrain gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Terrain FWD2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd223126$2,450
Terrain AWD2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd202823$2,800
Terrain AWD3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd162319$3,400
Terrain FWD3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd172419$3,400

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2015 GMC Terrain have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 GMC Terrain, most recently for the visibility (Mar 17, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2015 GMC Terrain problems?

Owners filed 316 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are visibility/wiper (102), engine (81), electrical system (35).

What gas mileage does the 2015 GMC Terrain get?

The EPA rates the 2015 GMC Terrain at 19 to 26 MPG combined (best version: 22 city / 31 highway).

Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.