2016 GMC Terrain Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 153 owner complaints for the 2016 GMC Terrain. The EPA rates it 18 to 26 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 153
- Crashes / fires reported
- 10 / 0
- EPA combined
- 18–26 MPG
2016 GMC Terrain recalls
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."
EquipmentJun 21, 2016 · NHTSA 16V449000+
Risk: If the information on the certification labels is incorrect, the operator may install incorrectly sized tires or rims or may improperly inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2016 GMC Terrain problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine46
- Visibility/Wiper46
- Unknown or Other13
- Power Train11
- Air Bags10
- Exterior Lighting10
- Electrical System9
- Steering6
2016 GMC Terrain gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrain FWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 22 | 31 | 26 | $2,450 |
| Terrain AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Terrain FWD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Terrain AWD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 GMC Terrain have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 GMC Terrain, most recently for the exterior lighting (Mar 8, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 GMC Terrain problems?
Owners filed 153 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (46), visibility/wiper (46), unknown or other (13).
What gas mileage does the 2016 GMC Terrain get?
The EPA rates the 2016 GMC Terrain at 18 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.