Recall Radar

2016 GMC Terrain recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 GMC Terrain. The most recent was reported on March 8, 2022.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
March 8, 202222V-137Exterior lighting: headlights740,581
June 21, 201616V-449Equipment: other, labels17

Recall details

Exterior lighting: headlights

March 8, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 22V-137

What is wrong: 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."

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

The 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.

Equipment: other, labels

June 21, 2016 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 16V-449

What is wrong: 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."

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.

The 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.

Other model years of the GMC Terrain

All GMC Terrain recalls · All GMC recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 GMC Terrain have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 GMC Terrain, the most recent reported on March 8, 2022. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2016 GMC Terrain?

Exterior lighting (1), Equipment (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.