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Buying a used 2019 GMC Terrain? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2019 GMC Terrain has 3 recalls addressing missing transmission bolts with leak and fire risk, a rear brake issue and a rear seat weld problem. NHTSA lists 182 owner complaints, which are unverified reports. The leading areas are service brakes with 69, engine with 67, power train with 50 and electrical system with 38. The record makes brake and drivetrain service documentation relevant alongside confirmation that the rear seat recall was addressed.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify completion of the transmission bolt and rear brake recalls.
- Request documentation addressing the rear seat weld recall.
- Ask about brake symptoms, engine trouble and shifting repairs.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any GMC dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 GMC Terrain
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| GM transmission bolts missing, leak and fire risk | Power Train | critical |
| Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, GMC Rear Brake Issue | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain Rear Seat Weld Problem | Seats | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
182 complaints filed for this model year, including 7 mentioning a crash, 3 a fire and 12 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 69 | Yes |
| Engine | 67 | None found |
| Power Train | 50 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 38 | None found |
| Speed Control | 9 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 7 | None found |